Champaign

$318+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Champaign (CMI)

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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CMI
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Cheap flight deals from Newark to Champaign

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$318
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$512
From Newark to Champaign University-Willard
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($55 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Newark to Champaign
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/146:59 amEWR - CMI
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/176:36 pmCMI - EWR
1 stop4h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$318

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Champaign that are best for you.

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Newark

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Champaign

Route

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Return

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NewarkChampaign

EWR - CMI

EWRCMI

Newark

Thu 8/14

6:59 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 56m

Champaign University-Willard

Sun 8/17

6:36 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 23m

$318

NewarkChampaign

EWR - CMI

EWRCMI

Newark

Tue 8/19

7:30 am-6:06 pm

2 stops11h 36m

$369

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Deals found on 6/30

Best time to book a flight from Newark to Champaign

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Champaign (average of $384). Flying from Newark Airport to Champaign in June is currently the most expensive (average of $547). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EWR to CMI?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark to Champaign. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Newark Airport to Champaign is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 2% on airfare.

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 July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Newark Airport to Champaign to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.2

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,May 2025

JFK - BGI

Good airline and so far i give them 8 out of 10.

Overall

7.2

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,May 2025

JFK - BGI

Good airline and so far i give them 8 out of 10.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Champaign University-Willard (CMI) if they book a flight to Champaign from Newark. On average, University-Willard has 0 inbound flights from Newark per day from 1 airline. Champaign University-Willard is conveniently located just 11.3 mi from Champaign’s city center.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Champaign, with prices starting at $318. Users have found that American Airlines is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Champaign?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Champaign (average of $384). Flying from Newark Airport to Champaign in June is currently the most expensive (average of $547). 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 Newark to Champaign

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American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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