Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Champaign?

Flights from San Francisco to Champaign usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Champaign University-Willard (CMI).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Champaign?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Champaign.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Champaign pass through?

Connecting flights from San Francisco to Champaign most commonly pass through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 55% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 45% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Champaign?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the San Francisco to Champaign route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $468 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $860, a difference of $392. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Champaign?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Champaign. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 32m and 8h 03m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Champaign?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Champaign changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $430 to $1,275. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Champaign looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Champaign are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $539, which is 28% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Champaign?

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 32m, compared with 8h 03m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Champaign?

Champaign is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Champaign University-Willard Airport (CMI)?

Champaign University-Willard Airport (CMI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Alamo • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • National

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Champaign flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Champaign range from $538 to $699, with an average of $587 over the past 12 months. Anything below $538 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Champaign?

American Airlines ($430) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Champaign in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Champaign?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Champaign route. 55% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Champaign?

Flights via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $645. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Champaign which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Champaign layovers at 273 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 31

5:30 am - 2:07 pmSFO San Francisco-CMI Champaign University-Willard

6h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 1:28 pmCMI Champaign University-Willard-SFO San Francisco

9h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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9h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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12:42 pm - 10:03 pmSFO San Francisco-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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7:15 am - 6:05 pmSFO San Francisco-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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9:27 am - 8:25 pmSFO San Francisco-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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12:42 pm - 10:03 pmSFO San Francisco-CMI Champaign University-Willard

7h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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8h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

5:30 am - 2:07 pmSFO San Francisco-CMI Champaign University-Willard

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Champaign?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Champaign start at $430. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $538 to $699. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $430 on American Airlines.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Champaign?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Champaign.
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Champaign?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Champaign. Flights with 1 layover take between 7h 32m and 8h 03m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Champaign?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Champaign flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Champaign range from $538 to $699, with an average of $587 over the past 12 months. Anything below $538 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Champaign changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $430 to $1,275. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Champaign looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Champaign are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $539, which is 28% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Champaign University-Willard Airport (CMI)?
Champaign University-Willard Airport (CMI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Budget
• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• National
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Champaign?
Flights from San Francisco to Champaign usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Champaign University-Willard (CMI).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Champaign pass through?
Connecting flights from San Francisco to Champaign most commonly pass through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 55% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 45% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Champaign?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the San Francisco to Champaign route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $468 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $860, a difference of $392. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Champaign?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 32m, compared with 8h 03m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Champaign?
Champaign is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $468 - about $392 less than Monday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Champaign trip for April. Fares historically average $540 round-trip in that month - typically $651 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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