Airports Near Champaign
The closest airports to Champaign, Illinois: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Champaign, Illinois is University of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI), about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 19 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Terre Haute International Hulman Field (HUF).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMI | University of Illinois Willard AirportChampaign/Urbana, United States | 6 mi / 9 km | 19 min | Regional |
| DNV | Vermilion Regional AirportDanville, United States | 35 mi / 56 km | 1 hr 2 min | Regional |
| DEC | Decatur AirportDecatur, United States | 39 mi / 62 km | 1 hr 9 min | Regional |
| BMI | Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-NormalBloomington-Normal, United States | 43 mi / 70 km | 1 hr 18 min | Regional |
| MTO | Coles County Memorial AirportMattoon/Charleston, United States | 44 mi / 71 km | 1 hr 19 min | Regional |
| HUF | Terre Haute International Hulman FieldTerre Haute, United States | 68 mi / 109 km | 2 hr 1 min | International |
| IKK | Greater Kankakee AirportKankakee, United States | 69 mi / 111 km | 2 hr 4 min | Regional |
| LAF | Purdue University AirportLafayette, United States | 72 mi / 116 km | 1 hr 41 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, University of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) is the most convenient at about 6 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Terre Haute International Hulman Field (HUF) (68 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Champaign. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with CMI.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near CMI saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Champaign is University of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI), about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 19 min by road.