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$308+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Champaign (CMI)

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WAS — CMI
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Champaign

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 15, 2025.

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$308
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$568
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Champaign University-Willard
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Champaign
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Champaign. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/306:30 amDCA - CMI
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/47:12 amCMI - DCA
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 9/195:08 pmDCA - CMI
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/207:12 amCMI - DCA
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$493
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 10/276:00 amBWI - CMI
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/2911:15 amCMI - BWI
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$525
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/305:53 amBWI - CMI
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/411:17 amCMI - BWI
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$534
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 9/203:59 pmDCA - CMI
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/217:12 amCMI - DCA
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$537
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/103:50 pmDCA - CMI
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/124:26 pmCMI - DCA
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$619
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 9/264:01 pmDCA - CMI
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/287:56 pmCMI - DCA
1 stop12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$671
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/106:13 pmBWI - CMI
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/124:26 pmCMI - BWI
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$705
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 12/267:01 amDCA - CMI
1 stop5h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2811:34 amCMI - DCA
1 stop3h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$727
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 10/2712:31 pmDCA - CMI
1 stop4h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/2911:15 amCMI - DCA
1 stop5h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$735
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/266:00 amBWI - CMI
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/287:56 pmCMI - BWI
1 stop13h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$760
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/306:25 amIAD - CMI
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/46:00 amCMI - IAD
1 stop9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$825

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Champaign that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Champaign

DCA - CMI

DCACMI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/30

6:30 am-10:47 am

1 stop5h 17m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 10/4

7:12 am-2:21 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$308

Washington, D.C.Champaign

DCA - CMI

DCACMI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/7

6:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop5h 38m

Champaign University-Willard

Tue 3/10

1:16 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$368

BaltimoreChampaign

BWI - CMI

BWICMI

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/7

6:29 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop3h 56m

Champaign University-Willard

Tue 3/10

1:16 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop3h 21m

$461

BaltimoreChampaign

BWI - CMI

BWICMI

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/27

6:00 am-10:43 am

1 stop5h 43m

Champaign University-Willard

Wed 10/29

11:15 am-5:33 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$525

BaltimoreChampaign

BWI - CMI

BWICMI

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/30

5:53 am-10:47 am

1 stop5h 54m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 10/4

7:12 am-8:52 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$602

Washington, D.C.Champaign

DCA - CMI

DCACMI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/10

3:50 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Champaign University-Willard

Sun 10/12

4:26 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$619

Washington, D.C.Champaign

IAD - CMI

IADCMI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/7

8:52 am-9:25 pm

2 stops13h 33m

Champaign University-Willard

Tue 3/10

1:16 pm-8:45 am

2 stops18h 29m

$724

BaltimoreChampaign

BWI - CMI

BWICMI

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 10/10

6:13 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Champaign University-Willard

Sun 10/12

4:26 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$750

BaltimoreChampaign

BWI - CMI

BWICMI

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 9/26

6:00 am-10:47 am

1 stop5h 47m

Champaign University-Willard

Sun 9/28

7:56 pm-10:53 am

1 stop13h 57m

$760

Washington, D.C.Champaign

IAD - CMI

IADCMI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/30

6:25 am-2:59 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 10/4

6:00 am-4:47 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$825

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Champaign?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Champaign (average of $384). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Champaign. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

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

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

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.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Champaign from Washington, D.C.?

    Champaign University-Willard (CMI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Champaign. You should not have trouble finding flights to University-Willard from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Champaign airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 11.3 mi journey from University-Willard (CMI) to Champaign’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Champaign?

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Champaign in 5h 17m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. Washington, D.C. and Champaign are separated by a distance of 604 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Champaign round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $203, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Champaign.. American Airlines is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Champaign?

    When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Champaign consider Baltimore/Washington - Champaign University-Willard, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Champaign University-Willard or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Champaign University-Willard as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Champaign that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Champaign?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Champaign?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Champaign?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Champaign (average of $384). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Champaign

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American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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