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$350+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CMI
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Champaign

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Champaign (CMI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$446
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$350
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$729
From Houston to Champaign University-Willard
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Champaign
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Champaign. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 12/169:15 amHOU - CMI
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/66:49 amCMI - HOU
1 stop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 12/1311:30 amIAH - CMI
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/66:49 amCMI - IAH
1 stop4h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/194:28 pmHOU - CMI
1 stop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/273:32 pmCMI - HOU
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$461
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/242:24 pmHOU - CMI
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/273:47 pmCMI - HOU
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$476
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Thu 9/254:54 pmIAH - CMI
1 stop4h 57mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/293:32 pmCMI - IAH
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$476
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/2410:52 amIAH - CMI
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/274:19 pmCMI - IAH
2 stops7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$482
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Thu 10/166:00 amIAH - CMI
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/204:19 pmCMI - IAH
2 stops7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$493
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/28:51 amHOU - CMI
1 stop6h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/63:32 pmCMI - HOU
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$496
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/21:10 pmIAH - CMI
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/63:32 pmCMI - IAH
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$496
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 12/139:15 amHOU - CMI
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/76:49 amCMI - HOU
1 stop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$516
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 12/136:28 amIAH - CMI
1 stop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/73:43 pmCMI - IAH
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$516
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 12/139:15 amHOU - CMI
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/96:49 amCMI - HOU
1 stop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$531

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Champaign 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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Champaign that are best for you.

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Houston

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Champaign

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Price

HoustonChampaign

IAH - CMI

IAHCMI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/16

4:21 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop4h 07m

Champaign University-Willard

Tue 1/6

6:49 am-11:14 am

1 stop4h 25m

$446

HoustonChampaign

IAH - CMI

IAHCMI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 12/13

11:30 am-6:06 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Champaign University-Willard

Tue 1/6

6:49 am-11:14 am

1 stop4h 25m

$446

HoustonChampaign

HOU - CMI

HOUCMI

Houston Hobby

Fri 9/19

4:28 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 9/27

3:32 pm-8:11 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$461

HoustonChampaign

HOU - CMI

HOUCMI

Houston Hobby

Fri 10/24

2:24 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Champaign University-Willard

Mon 10/27

3:47 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$476

HoustonChampaign

IAH - CMI

IAHCMI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 10/24

1:18 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Champaign University-Willard

Mon 10/27

4:19 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$476

HoustonChampaign

IAH - CMI

IAHCMI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/25

4:54 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Champaign University-Willard

Mon 9/29

3:32 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$476

HoustonChampaign

HOU - CMI

HOUCMI

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/2

8:51 am-3:16 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 9/6

3:32 pm-8:11 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$496

HoustonChampaign

HOU - CMI

HOUCMI

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/25

2:31 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Champaign University-Willard

Mon 9/29

3:32 pm-8:11 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$573

HoustonChampaign

HOU - CMI

HOUCMI

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/3

2:33 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$350

HoustonChampaign

IAH - CMI

IAHCMI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/3

3:01 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$350

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Deals found on 8/20

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Champaign (average of $384). Flying from Houston to Champaign in June is currently the most expensive (average of $549). 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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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 August 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Houston to Champaign by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BNA - ORD

My flight was 8 hours delayed, so I missed my connecting flight to Dublin. I understand it’s not the staff’s fault but the lack of sympathy and apology was appalling. I had been sat in the airport since 4am until 3pm and they did not seem understanding. Not good. Need better customer service.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BNA - ORD

My flight was 8 hours delayed, so I missed my connecting flight to Dublin. I understand it’s not the staff’s fault but the lack of sympathy and apology was appalling. I had been sat in the airport since 4am until 3pm and they did not seem understanding. Not good. Need better customer service.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Champaign. 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 into for flights to Champaign from Houston?

    Champaign University-Willard (CMI), located 11.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston to Champaign. 1 airline have flights to University-Willard from Houston on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston to Champaign University-Willard should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston per day.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Champaign?

    Departing from Houston to Champaign will take you 4h 07m. Houston and Champaign are separated by a distance of 800 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Houston to Champaign round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston to Champaign is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $320 on this airline. You may be able to fly from Houston to Champaign for 42% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Champaign (average of $384). Flying from Houston to Champaign in June is currently the most expensive (average of $549). 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 Houston to Champaign

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Houston 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$320Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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