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$412+ Cheap flights from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale (CMI - FLL)

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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMI — FLL
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Champaign (CMI) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). 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 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$436
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$412
(American Airlines)
From Champaign University-Willard to Fort Lauderdale
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Cheapest flights from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale
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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.
Thu 10/237:01 pmCMI - FLL
2 stops13h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/2711:21 amFLL - CMI
2 stops11h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$483
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.
Wed 10/226:00 amCMI - FLL
2 stops10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/261:15 pmFLL - CMI
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$628

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ChampaignFort Lauderdale

CMI - FLL

CMIFLL

Champaign University-Willard

Thu 10/23

7:01 pm-9:47 am

2 stops13h 46m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 10/27

11:21 am-9:42 pm

2 stops11h 21m

$483

ChampaignFort Lauderdale

CMI - FLL

CMIFLL

Champaign University-Willard

Tue 3/3

6:26 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 3/7

6:35 am-10:38 am

1 stop5h 03m

$490

ChampaignFort Lauderdale

CMI - FLL

CMIFLL

Champaign University-Willard

Wed 12/31

11:33 am-8:59 pm

2 stops8h 26m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 1/1

8:22 am-6:40 pm

2 stops11h 18m

$500

ChampaignFort Lauderdale

CMI - FLL

CMIFLL

Champaign University-Willard

Wed 12/31

11:33 am-8:59 pm

2 stops8h 26m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 1/2

7:16 am-6:40 pm

2 stops12h 24m

$522

ChampaignFort Lauderdale

CMI - FLL

CMIFLL

Champaign University-Willard

Thu 10/23

7:00 am-1:23 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$412

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Deals found on 9/17

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 Fort Lauderdale

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fort Lauderdale. 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 Fort Lauderdale. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale 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

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Andrew,May 2025

LAX - MIA

2 hour delay. Discovered an engine problem late, we boarded the plane and they asked us to come off. To add insult to injury nothing was given to passengers to make amends. No free drink. No extra food or snacks. No free WiFi. Gimme a break
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Andrew,May 2025

LAX - MIA

2 hour delay. Discovered an engine problem late, we boarded the plane and they asked us to come off. To add insult to injury nothing was given to passengers to make amends. No free drink. No extra food or snacks. No free WiFi. Gimme a break

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale?

    A quick flight from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale can take about 13h 46m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $483. The distance from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale is about 1072 mi.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($384), offers the cheapest pricing from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale?

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale 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 Champaign to Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 Champaign to Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Champaign to Fort Lauderdale. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$384Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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