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$599+ Cheap flights from Champaign to San Jose, CA (CMI - SJC)

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 12/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMI — SJC
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Champaign to San Jose

Cheapest flights from Champaign to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Champaign to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/192:57 pmCMI - SJC
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/186:00 amSJC - CMI
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$952
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/192:57 pmCMI - SJC
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/196:00 amSJC - CMI
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$987

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$526
(American Airlines)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Champaign University-Willard-San Jose flight deals.
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Champaign to San Jose that are best for you.

Fly from

Champaign

Fly to

San Jose

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChampaignSan Jose

CMI - SJC

CMISJC

Champaign University-Willard

Mon 1/12

7:03 am-1:42 pm

1 stop8h 39m

San Jose

Wed 1/21

6:00 am-3:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$662

ChampaignSan Jose

CMI - SJC

CMISJC

Champaign University-Willard

Fri 12/19

2:57 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop8h 16m

San Jose

Sun 1/18

6:00 am-3:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$952

ChampaignSan Jose

CMI - SJC

CMISJC

Champaign University-Willard

Fri 12/19

2:57 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop8h 16m

San Jose

Mon 1/19

6:00 am-3:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$987

ChampaignSan Jose

CMI - SJC

CMISJC

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 12/27

3:13 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$599

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Deals found on 12/4

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Champaign to San Jose in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Champaign-San Jose, California flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Champaign-San Jose, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Champaign-San Jose, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Champaign-San Jose, California flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Champaign-San Jose, California flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Champaign to San Jose

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Champaign to San Jose, California?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Champaign to San Jose, California (average of $228). Flying from Champaign to San Jose, California in April is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 San Jose. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Champaign to San Jose, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Diana,Jul 2024

ORD - IND

Shout out to Isabelle and Debbie who went above and beyond to make it a good experience. Wheelchair service and workers were excellent and much appreciated.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Diana,Jul 2024

ORD - IND

Shout out to Isabelle and Debbie who went above and beyond to make it a good experience. Wheelchair service and workers were excellent and much appreciated.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Champaign to San Jose, California?

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Champaign to San Jose, California in about 8h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Champaign and San Jose, California is about 1812 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Champaign to San Jose, California round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $430, was found to be the cheapest airline from Champaign to San Jose, California..

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Champaign to San Jose?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Champaign to San Jose 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 San Jose, California?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Champaign to San Jose, California (average of $228). Flying from Champaign to San Jose, California in April is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 San Jose

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Champaign to San Jose. 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$430Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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