Cheap Flights from Champaign (CMI) to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)

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Cheap Flights from Champaign to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (CMI-PAE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at for one-way flights and $2,617 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flights from Champaign (CMI) to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
Origin airport
University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard
Destination airport
Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport
Roundtrip price
$2,616
Distance
1760 mi

Champaign to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Champaign to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Champaign to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport are during the month of June. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Champaign to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Champaign to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Champaign to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Champaign to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Champaign to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Champaign to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Champaign to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI) to PAE last minute?
Booking your flight from CMI to Snohomish County Airport at the last minute could save you a pretty penny if you stumble on a good deal. However, fares usually don’t drop in price closer to the departure date. If you procrastinate, flights could also be sold out or the best seats gone (that could mean the middle seat!). If you’d rather not hedge your bets, book well ahead of the date you want to leave. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest deals up to a year in advance. If your preferred airline hasn’t released its fares yet, check back regularly as offers are updated on Expedia all the time.
What airports do you fly into for Seattle from Champaign?
From Champaign, you can travel to Seattle through Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE), Seattle - Tacoma Intl. Airport (SEA) and Lopez Island, WA (LPS). Determine which hub is the most convenient for you before making your decision. If you opt for Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE), it’s about 20 mi north of downtown. Use the dough you save when booking your ticket with Expedia to check out the city’s awesome sights, such as Space Needle and Pike Place Market.
Can I change the date of my flight from University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard Airport (CMI) to Snohomish County Airport?
It’s a cinch to make amendments to your CMI to Snohomish County Airport trip yourself. Access your details via the Expedia Trips portal and tap “change flight.” Look around for new flights and secure the one that better suits your plans. You’ll get an estimate of applicable flight change fees. You can also use our Customer Service portal to connect with our Virtual Agent and get answers to your questions.

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