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$372+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Champaign (CMI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMI
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Champaign

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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/1211:59 pmLAX - CMI
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/131:44 pmCMI - LAX
1 stop9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$565
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/711:35 amLAX - CMI
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/911:21 amCMI - LAX
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/4$801

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$712
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Champaign that are best for you.

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Irvine

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Champaign

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Los AngelesChampaign

LAX - CMI

LAXCMI

Los Angeles

Sat 1/31

10:40 am-6:23 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Champaign University-Willard

Wed 2/4

11:24 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$470

Los AngelesChampaign

LAX - CMI

LAXCMI

Los Angeles

Sat 1/24

10:40 am-6:23 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$372

Los AngelesChampaign

LAX - CMI

LAXCMI

Los Angeles

Fri 1/2

12:50 am-11:00 am

1 stop8h 10m

$495

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Deals found on 12/4

Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Champaign

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Irvine to Champaign

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Champaign (average of $228). Flying from Irvine to Champaign in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 Champaign

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Champaign. 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 Champaign. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from Irvine to Champaign have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

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

    For a flight from Irvine to Champaign, you will be flying into University-Willard. Champaign University-Willard (CMI) is just 11.3 mi from the center of the city. University-Willard is the only Champaign airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Irvine per day. 1 airline has flights to Champaign University-Willard from Irvine on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Irvine to Champaign?

    Departing from Irvine to Champaign will take you 5h 43m. Irvine and Champaign are separated by a distance of 1705 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine to Champaign 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 Irvine to Champaign?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Champaign (average of $228). Flying from Irvine to Champaign in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 Irvine to Champaign

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Irvine to Champaign. 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$376Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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