Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Champaign Airport (CMI): what you need to know
Your SFO to CMI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Champaign Airport. Many passengers pass through Chicago O'Hare International Airport when flying between SFO and CMI.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Champaign Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Champaign Airport (CMI)
Arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Champaign Airport flight? Collect your luggage and go directly to a nearby hotel. Two good options close to CMI are Best Western Paradise Inn and Savoy Apartment About 4 Mi to University of Illinois!.
Explore without limits with a Champaign Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Budget and chase adventure across Champaign and beyond.
To get the best possible deal, book your vehicle from Champaign Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Champaign Airport (CMI) to central Champaign
The address for CMI is One Airport Road.
Champaign Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Champaign. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Champaign Airport (CMI)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Champaign Airport. November is the busiest month to head to Champaign. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Champaign is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Champaign Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 5ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SFO to CMI sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Champaign is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 209 kilometres north of Champaign, a trip to Chicago will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 451 kilometres east of Champaign, Columbus is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
