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$378+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Champaign (SFO - CMI)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CMI
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Champaign

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Champaign (CMI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

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$378
(American Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$648
From San Francisco to Champaign University-Willard
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Champaign
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Champaign. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/236:00 amSFO - CMI
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/274:26 pmCMI - SFO
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$378
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 9/3011:17 amSFO - CMI
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/47:12 amCMI - SFO
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$403
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/2410:16 amSFO - CMI
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/273:47 pmCMI - SFO
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$452
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/31:21 pmSFO - CMI
1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/47:12 amCMI - SFO
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$468

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Champaign that are best for you.

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San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Thu 10/23

6:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Champaign University-Willard

Mon 10/27

3:47 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops8h 43m

$384

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

11:17 am-8:41 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 10/4

7:12 am-12:31 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$403

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Fri 10/24

10:16 am-6:31 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Champaign University-Willard

Mon 10/27

3:47 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$452

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Fri 10/3

1:21 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 10/4

7:12 am-12:31 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$468

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

5:45 am-2:59 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 10/4

7:12 am-12:31 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$493

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

12:14 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 10/4

3:32 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$493

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

5:45 am-2:59 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 10/4

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$493

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

11:00 pm-10:47 am

1 stop9h 47m

$846

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Deals found on 9/13

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Champaign

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Champaign

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Champaign?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Champaign (average of $384). Flying from San Francisco to Champaign in June is currently the most expensive (average of $548). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to CMI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Champaign. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Champaign in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Champaign

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Champaign. 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 Champaign. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Champaign, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Champaign?

    Departing from San Francisco to Champaign will take you 7h 17m. The distance from San Francisco to Champaign is about 1831 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Champaign round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $388, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Champaign.. American Airlines is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Champaign?

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Champaign?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Champaign (average of $384). Flying from San Francisco to Champaign in June is currently the most expensive (average of $548). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from San Francisco to Champaign

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Francisco to Champaign. 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$388Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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