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$364+ Cheap flights from Champaign to San Jose (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 9/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMI — SJC
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Champaign to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Champaign (CMI) to San Jose (SJC). 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 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$432
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$364
(American Airlines)
From Champaign University-Willard to San Jose
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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 September 16, 2025.

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.
Wed 10/296:00 amCMI - SJC
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/56:00 amSJC - CMI
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$432
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.
Sat 10/183:49 pmCMI - SJC
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/206:00 amSJC - CMI
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$478
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.
Sat 11/153:15 pmCMI - SJC
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/236:00 amSJC - CMI
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$638
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 9/243:32 pmCMI - SJC
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/256:00 amSJC - CMI
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$852

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Champaign to San Jose that are best for you.

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Champaign

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San Jose

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChampaignSan Jose

CMI - SJC

CMISJC

Champaign University-Willard

Wed 10/29

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

San Jose

Wed 11/5

6:00 am-2:41 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$432

ChampaignSan Jose

CMI - SJC

CMISJC

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 10/18

3:49 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop8h 17m

San Jose

Mon 10/20

6:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$478

ChampaignSan Jose

CMI - SJC

CMISJC

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 11/15

3:15 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop7h 33m

San Jose

Sun 11/23

6:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$638

ChampaignSan Jose

CMI - SJC

CMISJC

Champaign University-Willard

Wed 9/24

3:32 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop7h 36m

San Jose

Thu 9/25

6:00 am-3:02 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$852

ChampaignSan Jose

CMI - SJC

CMISJC

Champaign University-Willard

Wed 9/24

6:00 am-12:39 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$364

ChampaignSan Jose

CMI - SJC

CMISJC

Champaign University-Willard

Mon 9/22

3:32 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$458

ChampaignSan Jose

CMI - SJC

CMISJC

Champaign University-Willard

Sun 9/21

3:32 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$458

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Deals found on 9/15

Best time to book a flight from Champaign to San Jose

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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?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Champaign to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Champaign to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 September 16, 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
10,000 reviews

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

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?

    There are many flights that can get you from Champaign to San Jose in 8h 20m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Champaign and San Jose is about 1812 mi.

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

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

  • 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?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Champaign to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Champaign to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$430Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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