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$263+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign (CMI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CMI
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$378
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$263
(American Airlines)

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/510:11 amSFO - CMI
1 stop9h 06mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/127:00 amCMI - SFO
1 stop10h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$378
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 1/2210:11 amSFO - CMI
1 stop9h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/263:45 pmCMI - SFO
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$448
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 3/56:00 amSFO - CMI
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/712:05 pmCMI - SFO
2 stops11h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$458
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 3/56:00 amSJC - CMI
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/72:54 pmCMI - SJC
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$478
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Wed 4/159:00 amSFO - CMI
2 stops9h 57mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/302:18 pmCMI - SFO
2 stops10h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$521
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 3/126:00 amSFO - CMI
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/146:15 amCMI - SFO
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$549
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/59:55 amSJC - CMI
1 stop9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/127:00 amCMI - SJC
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$556
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 3/1310:36 amSFO - CMI
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/1412:01 pmCMI - SFO
2 stops11h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$701
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 1/236:00 amSJC - CMI
2 stops10h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/273:45 pmCMI - SJC
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$712
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Sat 1/177:00 amSFO - CMI
1 stop12h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/193:45 pmCMI - SFO
1 stop19h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$757

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign that are best for you.

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Champaign

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Price

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

10:11 am-9:17 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Champaign University-Willard

Thu 2/12

7:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$378

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

10:36 am-9:44 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 3/7

2:54 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$378

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Wed 4/15

5:34 am-2:31 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Champaign University-Willard

Thu 4/30

3:01 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$378

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

10:11 am-9:17 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Champaign University-Willard

Mon 1/26

3:45 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$448

San JoseChampaign

SJC - CMI

SJCCMI

San Jose

Thu 3/5

11:01 am-8:54 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 3/7

2:54 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$478

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Thu 3/12

6:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 3/14

6:15 am-12:56 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$549

San JoseChampaign

SJC - CMI

SJCCMI

San Jose

Thu 2/5

9:55 am-9:17 pm

1 stop9h 22m

Champaign University-Willard

Thu 2/12

7:00 am-1:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$556

San JoseChampaign

SJC - CMI

SJCCMI

San Jose

Fri 1/23

6:00 am-6:23 pm

2 stops10h 23m

Champaign University-Willard

Tue 1/27

3:45 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$712

San JoseChampaign

SJC - CMI

SJCCMI

San Jose

Sun 3/1

6:00 am-2:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$263

San FranciscoChampaign

SFO - CMI

SFOCMI

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

6:00 am-2:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$441

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign (average of $380). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign in November is currently the most expensive (average of $535). 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.

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 January 8, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,094 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

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
11,094 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,094 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

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 Bay Area to Champaign. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Champaign from San Francisco Bay Area?

    If you book a flight to Champaign from San Francisco Bay Area, you will be flying to University-Willard, which is the city’s only airport. Champaign University-Willard (CMI) is located 11.3 mi from the center of Champaign.

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

    A quick flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign can take about 9h 06m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $378. The distance from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign is about 1831 mi.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign?

    The most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign is San Francisco - Champaign University-Willard. You may also consider San Jose - Champaign University-Willard or Oakland - Champaign University-Willard.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Champaign.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Champaign?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign (average of $380). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Champaign in November is currently the most expensive (average of $535). 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 Bay Area to Champaign

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$403Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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