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$144+ Cheap flights from California to Bloomington, IL (BMI)

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Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheap flight deals from California to Bloomington

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Bloomington flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$382
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$144
(American Airlines)
From California to Bloomington-Normal
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Cheapest flights from California to Bloomington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Bloomington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/811:00 amSAN - BMI
1 stop9h 22mDelta
Tue 11/113:50 pmBMI - SAN
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 7/2$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/29:45 amSJC - BMI
2 stops12h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/53:51 pmBMI - SJC
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/212:28 pmSFO - BMI
2 stops8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/57:00 amBMI - SFO
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$384
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/179:07 amLAS - BMI
2 stops20h 39mAllegiant Air
Sun 7/208:11 pmBMI - LAS
2 stops21h 28mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/30$393
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1612:20 amLAS - BMI
3 stops29h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/208:11 pmBMI - LAS
2 stops21h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/211:15 amLAX - BMI
1 stop9h 31mDelta
Wed 7/94:10 pmBMI - LAX
1 stop10h 26mDelta
Deal found 7/1$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/210:15 amLAX - BMI
2 stops10h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/93:03 pmBMI - LAX
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$412
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/267:12 amSAN - BMI
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/67:01 amBMI - SAN
2 stops10h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$415
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/811:39 amSFO - BMI
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Wed 7/236:00 amBMI - SFO
1 stop10h 10mDelta
Deal found 7/2$422
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/2210:50 amONT - BMI
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/253:53 pmBMI - ONT
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/282:35 pmSNA - BMI
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/17:01 amBMI - SNA
1 stop8h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$463
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2211:45 amONT - BMI
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Mon 8/256:00 amBMI - ONT
2 stops12h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/3$464

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Bloomington 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Bloomington that are best for you.

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Bloomington

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Return

Price

San DiegoBloomington

SAN - BMI

SANBMI

San Diego

Sat 11/8

11:00 am-10:22 pm

1 stop9h 22m

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 11/11

3:50 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$379

San JoseBloomington

SJC - BMI

SJCBMI

San Jose

Sat 8/2

9:45 am-11:47 pm

2 stops12h 02m

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 8/5

3:51 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$382

San FranciscoBloomington

SFO - BMI

SFOBMI

San Francisco

Sat 8/2

12:28 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops8h 29m

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 8/5

7:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$384

Las VegasBloomington

LAS - BMI

LASBMI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/17

9:07 am-7:46 am

2 stops20h 39m

Bloomington-Normal

Sun 7/20

8:11 pm-3:39 pm

2 stops21h 28m

$393

Las VegasBloomington

LAS - BMI

LASBMI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/16

12:20 am-7:46 am

3 stops29h 26m

Bloomington-Normal

Sun 7/20

8:11 pm-3:39 pm

2 stops21h 28m

$399

San DiegoBloomington

SAN - BMI

SANBMI

San Diego

Sat 7/26

7:12 am-3:21 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Bloomington-Normal

Wed 8/6

7:01 am-3:25 pm

2 stops10h 24m

$415

Los AngelesBloomington

LAX - BMI

LAXBMI

Los Angeles

Tue 8/12

6:15 am-3:07 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Bloomington-Normal

Fri 8/15

3:47 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$419

Los AngelesBloomington

LAX - BMI

LAXBMI

Los Angeles

Fri 9/26

6:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 9/29

3:54 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$448

OntarioBloomington

ONT - BMI

ONTBMI

Ontario

Fri 8/22

10:50 am-9:29 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 8/25

3:53 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$459

Santa AnaBloomington

SNA - BMI

SNABMI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/28

2:35 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 9/1

7:01 am-1:44 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$463

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Best time to book a flight from California to Bloomington

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Bloomington

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Bloomington, Illinois?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Bloomington, Illinois (average of $353). Flying from California to Bloomington, Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $516). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from California to Bloomington. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bloomington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bloomington. 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 Bloomington. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Allegiant Air, and American Airlines from California to Bloomington have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
708 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Bloomington. 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 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Bloomington, Illinois one-way?

    $144 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Allegiant Air, with prices starting from $179 and $289, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Bloomington, Illinois?

    While some choose either Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Bloomington-Normal or San Francisco - Bloomington-Normal, San Diego - 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?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Bloomington flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Bloomington?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Bloomington?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Bloomington 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 California to Bloomington, Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Bloomington, Illinois (average of $353). Flying from California to Bloomington, Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $516). 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 California to Bloomington

Discover the top airline that operate flights from California to Bloomington. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$358Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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