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$368+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Champaign (RDU - 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 10/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CMI
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 September 11, 2025.

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$368
(American Airlines)
From Raleigh-Durham to Champaign University-Willard
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Thu 10/306:00 amRDU - CMI
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/25:45 amCMI - RDU
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$368

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RDU - CMI

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Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-10:43 am

1 stop5h 43m

Champaign University-Willard

Sun 11/2

5:45 am-1:54 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$368

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Deals found on 9/10

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Champaign (average of $384). Flying from Raleigh to Champaign in June is currently the most expensive (average of $548). 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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Raleigh 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

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

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

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

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 Raleigh to Champaign. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Champaign?

    For as low as $368, American Airlines can have you in Champaign from Raleigh in 5h 43m. Raleigh and Champaign are separated by a distance of 591 mi.

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

    American Airlines, at $294, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Champaign..

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Champaign (average of $384). Flying from Raleigh to Champaign in June is currently the most expensive (average of $548). 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 Raleigh to Champaign

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Raleigh 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$294Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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