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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Champaign?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Champaign flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Champaign ranges from 2.0 - 4.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Champaign when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Champaign, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.6 F).

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

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 78% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Champaign?

Flights from Newark Airport to Champaign lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Newark Airport to Champaign in March, with the cheapest ticket starting at $318.

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.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Newark to Champaign?

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

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Average price	$512

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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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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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Tue 7/810:49 amEWR - CMI

1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines

Sun 7/132:51 pmCMI - EWR

1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$411

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Tue 8/197:30 amEWR - CMI

2 stops11h 36mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$369

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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?

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.

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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.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Leonardo,May 2025

JFK - BGI

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

American Airlines

7.2

Good

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American Airlines

7.2

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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

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?
Yes. In addition to deals on Newark to Champaign flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Newark to Champaign?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Newark to Champaign.
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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American Airlines	Cheapest$258	Average$512	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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Reviews of airlines servicing Champaign

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

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