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$387+ Cheap flights from Champaign (CMI) to Tempe, AZ

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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMI — PHX
Jun 3 — Jun 101
Wed 6/3
Wed 6/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Champaign to Tempe

Cheapest flights from Champaign to Tempe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Champaign to Tempe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 4, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/71:32 pm
CMI
-
PHX
1 stop6h 23m
United Airlines
Sat 11/1410:00 am
PHX
-
CMI
1 stop6h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/29$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/166:55 pm
CMI
-
PHX
1 stop7h 04m
American Airlines
Tue 5/1911:50 am
PHX
-
CMI
1 stop7h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/30$436
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 11/101:33 pm
CMI
-
PHX
1 stop7h 50m
American Airlines
Sat 11/215:00 am
PHX
-
CMI
1 stop7h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/30$450
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/11:32 pm
CMI
-
PHX
1 stop6h 21m
United Airlines
Sun 6/76:54 pm
PHX
-
CMI
2 stops12h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/29$455
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/152:17 pm
CMI
-
PHX
1 stop7h 09m
American Airlines
Tue 5/196:38 am
PHX
-
CMI
1 stop5h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/30$483
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 5/73:01 pm
CMI
-
PHX
1 stop6h 26m
American Airlines
Sat 5/95:00 am
PHX
-
CMI
1 stop7h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/4$493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/11:32 pm
CMI
-
PHX
2 stops10h 07m
United Airlines
Sat 7/410:06 am
PHX
-
CMI
2 stops10h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/29$519
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/166:55 pm
CMI
-
PHX
1 stop7h 04m
American Airlines
Fri 5/221:35 pm
PHX
-
CMI
1 stop6h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/1$524
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/106:30 am
CMI
-
PHX
2 stops12h 42m
United Airlines
Sat 11/217:03 pm
PHX
-
CMI
1 stop12h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/29$526

Find flight deals from Champaign to Tempe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Champaign to Tempe flight deals. Data was last updated May 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$408
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$387
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$501
From Champaign University-Willard to Tempe
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Champaign to Tempe 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 May 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Champaign to Tempe that are best for you.

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ChampaignPhoenix

CMI - PHX

CMIPHX

Champaign University-Willard

Wed 7/1

9:49 am-3:07 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 7/4

2:50 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$408

ChampaignPhoenix

CMI - PHX

CMIPHX

Champaign University-Willard

Mon 6/1

1:32 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 6/7

11:50 pm-8:54 am

1 stop7h 04m

$408

ChampaignPhoenix

CMI - PHX

CMIPHX

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 5/16

6:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/19

5:05 am-1:57 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$436
Quickest round-trip

ChampaignPhoenix

CMI - PHX

CMIPHX

Champaign University-Willard

Fri 5/15

2:17 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/19

6:38 am-2:31 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$483

ChampaignPhoenix

CMI - PHX

CMIPHX

Champaign University-Willard

Tue 5/19

3:01 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/30

5:10 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$536
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

ChampaignPhoenix

CMI - PHX

CMIPHX

Champaign University-Willard

Sun 8/23

4:51 pm-6:35 am

1 stop15h 44m

$387

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Reviews of airlines servicing Tempe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tempe. 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 Tempe. Reviews last updated May 4, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Champaign to Tempe 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
7.1
Good
11,672 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Elizabeth,Mar 2026

ORD - MIA

Staff was rude and flight attendants 2 out of 3 looked like they had just been thru a hurricane.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,672 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,672 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Elizabeth,Mar 2026

ORD - MIA

Staff was rude and flight attendants 2 out of 3 looked like they had just been thru a hurricane.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Champaign to Tempe. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Champaign to Tempe?

    If you book a flight to Tempe from Champaign, you will be flying from University-Willard, which is the city’s only airport. Champaign University-Willard (CMI) is located 11.3 mi from the center of Champaign. There are 0 flights from University-Willard to Tempe per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Champaign to Tempe?

    United Airlines and American Airlines can get you from Champaign to Tempe in just under 7h 04m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14m. Champaign and Tempe are separated by a distance of 1384 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Champaign to Tempe?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Champaign to Tempe by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Champaign to Tempe

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Champaign to Tempe. 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 May 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$406Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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