How long is the flight from California to Bloomington, Illinois?

American Airlines and Delta can get you from California to Bloomington, Illinois in just under 6h 39m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1579 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bloomington, Illinois ranges from 1.6 - 3.9 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Bloomington, Illinois when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bloomington, 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 are the most popular routes from California to Bloomington, Illinois?

While some choose either Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Bloomington-Normal or Ontario - Bloomington-Normal, Burbank Bob Hope - Bloomington-Normal is the most popular route from California to Bloomington, Illinois.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to BMI?

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

What airport do you fly into for flights to Bloomington from California?

Located just 4.2 mi from the city center, Bloomington-Normal (BMI) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Bloomington from California.

Can I find deals for flights from California to Bloomington that include hotel bookings?

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Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Bloomington, Illinois (average of $254). Flying from California to Bloomington, Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $380). 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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What airport do you fly into for flights to Bloomington from California?
Located just 4.2 mi from the city center, Bloomington-Normal (BMI) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Bloomington from California.
How long is the flight from California to Bloomington, Illinois?
American Airlines and Delta can get you from California to Bloomington, Illinois in just under 6h 39m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1579 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the most popular routes from California to Bloomington, Illinois?
While some choose either Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Bloomington-Normal or Ontario - Bloomington-Normal, Burbank Bob Hope - Bloomington-Normal is the most popular route from California to Bloomington, Illinois.
Can I find deals for flights from California to Bloomington that include hotel bookings?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Bloomington, Illinois?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Bloomington, Illinois (average of $254). Flying from California to Bloomington, Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $380). 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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