Flying from University of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from University of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago.
Chicago and Champaign (where University of Illinois Willard Airport is located) are both in the UTC-6 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
The busiest route is from University of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take your pick of 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CMI to ORD is the 06:00 American Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 20:12 with American Airlines.
Allow plenty of time to make your CMI to Chicago flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like November? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct University of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago ticket. Start your journey at CMI and touch down at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
American Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from University of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Champaign, CMI can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of University of Illinois Willard Airport, data shows 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
CMI is located at One Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from University of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago
RM898 is currently the best price for a one-way University of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket starts from RM903. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from CMI to Chicago if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from University of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from CMI to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The centre of Chicago is located around 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from University of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near MDW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CMI to Chicago flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
You can find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from University of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago has arrived. Central Chicago is around 145 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey time is around 2 hours.
Choose a hotel near RFD and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late CMI to Chicago flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays are all about convenience:
Rental agencies sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so book your ride from RFD well ahead of your flight from University of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago. A little planning can save you money.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from University of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago. July is the busiest month for a trip to Chicago. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your University of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from CMI to Chicago in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from University of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago, browse our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are must-do's during your Chicago adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, consider Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are highlights.
