How long is the flight from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois?

Airlines like American Airlines fly from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois in about 11h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . San Francisco and Springfield, Illinois are separated by a distance of 1758 mi.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois round-trip from $367.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Springfield, Illinois ranges from 1.8 - 4.5 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Springfield, Illinois when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Springfield, Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.6 F).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois?

Friday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Springfield, Illinois.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois as you normally would.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Springfield?

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

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

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

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Thu 10/3012:50 amSFO - SPI

2 stops11h 23mAmerican Airlines

Mon 11/36:00 amSPI - SFO

2 stops14h 26mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$481

Thu 10/161:19 pmSFO - SPI

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Mon 10/201:42 pmSPI - SFO

1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$569

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Fri 10/3111:36 pmSFO - SPI

2 stops11h 59mAmerican Airlines

Mon 11/36:00 amSPI - SFO

2 stops14h 26mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$481

Thu 10/161:19 pmSFO - SPI

1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines

Mon 10/201:42 pmSPI - SFO

2 stops11h 03mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$574

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Thu 10/161:19 pmSFO - SPI

1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines

Mon 10/201:42 pmSPI - SFO

1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$569

Thu 10/3012:50 amSFO - SPI

2 stops11h 23mAmerican Airlines

Mon 11/36:00 amSPI - SFO

2 stops14h 26mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$481

One-way flights from San Francisco to Springfield
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Sat 9/278:00 amSFO - SPI

1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$270

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Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois (average of $338). Flying from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois in September is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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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Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from San Francisco to Springfield to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

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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

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

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How long is the flight from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois?
Airlines like American Airlines fly from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois in about 11h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . San Francisco and Springfield, Illinois are separated by a distance of 1758 mi.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois round-trip from $367.
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Springfield that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Springfield flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Springfield?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Springfield.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Springfield?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Springfield 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 Springfield, Illinois?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois (average of $338). Flying from San Francisco to Springfield, Illinois in September is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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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American Airlines	Cheapest$367	Average$491	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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