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$154+ Cheap flights from Bloomington, IL (BMI) to California

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BMI — LAX
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bloomington to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Bloomington to California flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$307
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$154
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$464
From Bloomington-Normal to California
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Cheapest flights from Bloomington to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bloomington to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/225:05 pmBMI - LAS
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/257:36 amLAS - BMI
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/13:51 pmBMI - LAS
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/57:45 amLAS - BMI
2 stops10h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 12/610:01 amBMI - LAS
2 stops11h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/99:58 amLAS - BMI
2 stops7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 12/43:30 pmBMI - LAS
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Sat 12/66:00 amLAS - BMI
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Deal found 9/15$332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sun 10/195:34 pmBMI - LAS
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/255:15 amLAS - BMI
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 12/610:01 amBMI - LAS
2 stops8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/812:32 pmLAS - BMI
2 stops9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sun 11/25:00 amBMI - LAS
1 stop6h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/511:29 amLAS - BMI
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/305:34 pmBMI - LAS
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/66:00 amLAS - BMI
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$377
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/113:51 pmBMI - SNA
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/142:59 pmSNA - BMI
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$377
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/29:14 amBMI - LAS
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/412:58 amLAS - BMI
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$380
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Mon 10/273:51 pmBMI - LAS
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/319:49 amLAS - BMI
2 stops9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/105:34 pmBMI - LAX
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/136:10 amLAX - BMI
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$414

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bloomington to California that are best for you.

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Bloomington

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Return

Price

BloomingtonLas Vegas

BMI - LAS

BMILAS

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 11/1

3:42 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/5

12:26 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$307

BloomingtonLas Vegas

BMI - LAS

BMILAS

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 12/4

3:30 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 12/6

6:00 am-2:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$332

BloomingtonLas Vegas

BMI - LAS

BMILAS

Bloomington-Normal

Fri 11/14

4:09 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/15

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$342

BloomingtonLas Vegas

BMI - LAS

BMILAS

Bloomington-Normal

Wed 10/29

6:47 am-2:46 pm

2 stops9h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/1

11:41 am-9:38 pm

2 stops7h 57m

$352

BloomingtonLas Vegas

BMI - LAS

BMILAS

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 12/6

10:01 am-4:02 pm

2 stops8h 01m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 12/8

12:32 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops9h 22m

$352

BloomingtonSanta Ana

BMI - SNA

BMISNA

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 10/11

3:51 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 10/14

2:59 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$377

BloomingtonLas Vegas

BMI - LAS

BMILAS

Bloomington-Normal

Sun 11/2

9:14 am-9:19 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/4

12:58 am-8:28 am

2 stops29h 30m

$380

BloomingtonSan Diego

BMI - SAN

BMISAN

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 1/12

1:24 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop8h 36m

San Diego

Tue 1/20

10:27 am-8:32 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$382

BloomingtonLas Vegas

BMI - LAS

BMILAS

Bloomington-Normal

Fri 11/28

6:10 am-12:06 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 12/5

11:55 pm-9:31 am

1 stop7h 36m

$408

BloomingtonLas Vegas

BMI - LAS

BMILAS

Bloomington-Normal

Fri 12/5

3:30 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-2:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$408

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to California (average of $246). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 BMI to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Bloomington to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Bloomington to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Diana,Jul 2024

ORD - IND

Shout out to Isabelle and Debbie who went above and beyond to make it a good experience. Wheelchair service and workers were excellent and much appreciated.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Diana,Jul 2024

ORD - IND

Shout out to Isabelle and Debbie who went above and beyond to make it a good experience. Wheelchair service and workers were excellent and much appreciated.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Bloomington-Normal (BMI) if they book a flight from Bloomington to California. Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located just 4.2 mi from Bloomington’s city center.

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

    Delta and American Airlines can get you from Bloomington, Illinois to California in just under 8h 47m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 12m. The distance between Bloomington, Illinois and California is about 1448 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Bloomington, Illinois to California are Bloomington-Normal - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Bloomington-Normal - Los Angeles and Bloomington-Normal - San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to California (average of $246). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 Bloomington to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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