Where to Get a Flu Shot in Champaign-Urbana

Like it or not, flu season in Champaign-Urbana is just around the corner

Now, more than ever, it is important to get a flu shot. Getting a shot is the best way to avoid coming down with the flu, although maintaining proper hygiene such as washing hands frequently can go a long way, too. Those most vulnerable to the flu are the very young, the elderly, pregnant women and those with compromised immune systems.

In Champaign-Urbana, you can get a flu shot as early as this month at clinics, and some of the pharmacies are already offering it (but might not have it for children).

Thanks to Christie Clinic for presenting our 2024 guide to Where to Get a Flu Shot in Champaign-Urbana. Christie Clinic is providing convenient flu clinic options.

Anyone can get a flu shot. These vaccines are covered by most insurance companies, but if a patient has questions they should check with their carrier.

Christie Clinic

All Christie Clinic flu clinic options are drive-through. Starting in mid-September and running through late October, these clinics are a convenient way to get a flu vaccination without an appointment.

Christie Clinic flu clinic locations are Windsor in Champaign and satellite clinics in Danville at the Riverfront and Mahomet.

Flu shots are available for anyone six months or older.

The COVID-19 vaccine will not be available at flu clinics.

–No appointment necessary.

–Bring your insurance card.

–Dress in short sleeve shirts and toddlers should be dressed in diapers or shorts.

–Stay in your vehicle. Christie Clinic team members will bring you paperwork to complete — you can print and complete it here before arriving — and administer the flu vaccine through your open car window. You must be seated by a car window that opens.

Flu shots are available at these Christie Clinic locations on these dates. All Christie Clinic Flu Clinics are drive-through.

Saturday, Sept. 14, 7 a.m.-noon

Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor

Thursday, Sept. 19, 5:30-7 p.m.

Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor (In order to allow Christie employees time to leave work for the day, please do not begin lining up in the parking lot until 5:15 p.m.)

Saturday, Sept. 21, 7 a.m.-noon

Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor

Christie Clinic at The Riverfront in Danville

Thursday, Sept. 26, 5:30-7 p.m.

Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor

Saturday, Sept. 28, 7 a.m.-noon

Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor

Thursday, Oct. 3, 5:30-7 p.m.

Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor

Saturday, Oct. 5, 7 a.m.-noon

Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor

Christie Clinic in Mahomet on Commercial

Thursday, Oct. 10, 5:30-7 p.m.

Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor

Saturday, Oct. 12, 7 a.m.-noon

Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor

Saturday, Oct. 19, 7 a.m.-noon

Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor

Carle Clinic

Carle community flu clinics typically begin in October at various locations in east central Illinois. Vaccines are available and encouraged for anyone six months and older, and those with underlying health conditions or compromised immune systems. Carle is not planning to hold drive-through flu clinics in Champaign-Urbana.

Carle Health Danville at The Riverfront drive-through clinic:

Flu vaccine available for individuals 18 and older. Both Regular and High Dose options are offered.

Saturday, October 5, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Carle Health Urbana On Windsor Appointment Only flu shot clinic:

Patients can schedule an appointment using MyCarle or by calling the Scheduling Center at (217) 902-6240. Check in at the front desk on the second floor.

Monday, Oct. 14 – Friday, Oct. 18, 8 a.m. – 4:20 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 21 – Friday, Oct. 25, 8 a.m. – 4:20 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 28 – Friday, Nov. 1, 8 a.m. – 4:20 p.m.
Pediatric Weekends: Saturday Oct. 5, and Nov. 2, 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Flu vaccines are available at your Carle primary care provider’s office. Contact your clinic to schedule a flu shot.

Flu vaccines will also be available at the Carle Health Mobile Health Clinic during regular hours of operation.

OSF

Seasonal flu shots — for those age 9 and up — are available at OSF OnCall Urgent Care. Call your pediatrician for more information.

CVS

CVS offers free flu shots under most health insurance plans. See more info here.

Walgreens 

Walgreens offers free flu shots under most health insurance plans. See more info here.

Costco

Costco pharmacies offer flu shots and other vaccines on a walk-in basis. Click here for more info.

McKinley Health Center, University of Illinois

U of I students and faculty are able to receive flu shots at McKinley on campus. There are some staff positions that aren’t eligible. Find more information here.

Remember, if you miss the drive-through clinics, you should be able to get a flu shot at most area pharmacies, and your primary care provider should also be able to administer a flu shot at a scheduled appointment.