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$285+ Cheap flights from Champaign (CMI) to California

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMI — LAX
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Fri 3/13
Fri 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Champaign to California

Cheapest flights from Champaign to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Champaign to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/41:32 pm
CMI
-
LAS
2 stops9h 09m
United Airlines
Sun 6/711:40 pm
LAS
-
CMI
1 stop7h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/712:05 pm
CMI
-
SAN
1 stop12h 29m
American Airlines
Sat 3/1410:35 pm
SAN
-
CMI
1 stop14h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/8$288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/271:32 pm
CMI
-
LAX
1 stop9h 08m
United Airlines
Wed 7/811:30 pm
LAX
-
CMI
1 stop7h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/86:15 am
CMI
-
SAN
1 stop17h 28m
American Airlines
Tue 3/173:19 pm
SAN
-
CMI
1 stop16h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/243:47 pm
CMI
-
SAN
1 stop6h 33m
American Airlines
Sat 2/2810:35 pm
SAN
-
CMI
1 stop8h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/156:58 pm
CMI
-
LAS
1 stop7h 26m
American Airlines
Sat 4/188:54 am
LAS
-
CMI
1 stop7h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/138:43 pm
CMI
-
LAX
1 stop6h 47m
United Airlines
Sun 11/1510:45 pm
LAX
-
CMI
1 stop8h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/226:30 am
CMI
-
LAS
1 stop6h 56m
United Airlines
Wed 8/267:00 am
LAS
-
CMI
1 stop8h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/137:00 pm
CMI
-
LAX
1 stop8h 26m
United Airlines
Sun 5/1711:53 pm
LAX
-
CMI
1 stop7h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7$358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/19:49 am
CMI
-
LAS
2 stops14h 24m
United Airlines
Mon 5/411:22 pm
LAS
-
CMI
1 stop7h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/188:20 pm
CMI
-
LAS
1 stop14h 31m
American Airlines
Tue 9/226:00 am
LAS
-
CMI
1 stop6h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/8$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/222:13 pm
CMI
-
SFO
1 stop11h 46m
American Airlines
Fri 4/2411:28 pm
SFO
-
CMI
1 stop17h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$374

Find flight deals from Champaign to California

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Round-trip from

$285
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Average price

$459
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Champaign to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Champaign to California that are best for you.

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ChampaignLas Vegas

CMI - LAS

CMILAS

Champaign University-Willard

Thu 6/4

1:32 pm-8:41 pm

2 stops9h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 6/7

11:40 pm-8:54 am

1 stop7h 14m

$285

ChampaignSan Diego

CMI - SAN

CMISAN

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 3/7

12:05 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop12h 29m

San Diego

Sat 3/14

10:35 pm-3:17 pm

1 stop14h 42m

$288

ChampaignLos Angeles

CMI - LAX

CMILAX

Champaign University-Willard

Tue 7/28

8:43 pm-1:30 am

1 stop6h 47m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/4

10:35 pm-8:54 am

1 stop8h 19m

$298

ChampaignLos Angeles

CMI - LAX

CMILAX

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 6/27

1:32 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/8

11:30 pm-8:54 am

1 stop7h 24m

$298

ChampaignSan Diego

CMI - SAN

CMISAN

Champaign University-Willard

Sun 3/8

6:15 am-8:20 pm

1 stop16h 05m

San Diego

Tue 3/17

1:34 pm-9:22 am

1 stop17h 48m

$324

ChampaignSan Diego

CMI - SAN

CMISAN

Champaign University-Willard

Tue 2/24

3:47 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 33m

San Diego

Sat 2/28

10:35 pm-9:02 am

1 stop8h 27m

$326

ChampaignSan Diego

CMI - SAN

CMISAN

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 2/28

2:54 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 36m

San Diego

Sat 3/7

10:50 am-8:54 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$326

ChampaignSan Diego

CMI - SAN

CMISAN

Champaign University-Willard

Thu 3/5

3:47 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 33m

San Diego

Sun 3/8

10:35 pm-9:22 am

1 stop8h 47m

$326

ChampaignLas Vegas

CMI - LAS

CMILAS

Champaign University-Willard

Wed 4/15

6:58 pm-12:24 am

1 stop7h 26m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 4/18

8:54 am-6:28 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$344

ChampaignLos Angeles

CMI - LAX

CMILAX

Champaign University-Willard

Fri 5/1

7:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/3

11:53 pm-9:06 am

1 stop7h 13m

$346

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Champaign to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Champaign with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Champaign to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Champaign to California?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Champaign to California (average of $121). Flying from Champaign to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $309). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated February 11, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Champaign to California, such as American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,267 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Diana,Jul 2024

ORD - IND

Shout out to Isabelle and Debbie who went above and beyond to make it a good experience. Wheelchair service and workers were excellent and much appreciated.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,267 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,267 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Diana,Jul 2024

ORD - IND

Shout out to Isabelle and Debbie who went above and beyond to make it a good experience. Wheelchair service and workers were excellent and much appreciated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Champaign to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Champaign to California?

    For a flight from Champaign to California, you will be flying from University-Willard. Champaign University-Willard (CMI) is just 11.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Champaign to California?

    Departing from Champaign to California will take you 9h 09m. The distance between Champaign and California is about 1480 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Champaign to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Champaign to California are Champaign University-Willard - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Champaign University-Willard - San Diego and Champaign University-Willard - Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Champaign to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Champaign to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Champaign to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Champaign to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Champaign to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Champaign to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Champaign to California?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Champaign to California (average of $121). Flying from Champaign to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $309). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Champaign to California

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Champaign to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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