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$209+ Cheap flights from Bloomington, IL (BMI) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BMI — LAX
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sun 6/21
Sun 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bloomington to California

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 May 22, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 7/296:04 pm
BMI
-
LAS
1 stop6h 50m
American Airlines
Sat 8/16:00 am
LAS
-
BMI
1 stop7h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/20$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Tue 6/166:02 pm
BMI
-
LAS
1 stop6h 59m
American Airlines
Tue 6/231:03 pm
LAS
-
BMI
2 stops8h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/271:32 pm
BMI
-
LAS
2 stops8h 35m
United Airlines
Fri 10/3012:59 am
LAS
-
BMI
2 stops9h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/21$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 10/244:00 pm
BMI
-
LAS
1 stop8h 55m
Delta
Sat 10/316:00 am
LAS
-
BMI
1 stop7h 16m
Delta
Deal found 5/19$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Tue 6/96:02 pm
BMI
-
LAX
1 stop7h 22m
American Airlines
Tue 6/233:00 pm
LAX
-
BMI
1 stop6h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 6/296:02 pm
BMI
-
SMF
1 stop7h 45m
American Airlines
Tue 7/73:05 pm
SMF
-
BMI
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/21$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 10/294:00 pm
BMI
-
SFO
1 stop8h 51m
Delta
Wed 11/411:45 pm
SFO
-
BMI
1 stop9h 32m
Delta
Deal found 5/18$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 7/96:04 pm
BMI
-
LAS
1 stop7h 49m
American Airlines
Sat 7/115:01 am
LAS
-
BMI
1 stop8h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/20$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/186:00 am
BMI
-
SAN
1 stop7h 22m
United Airlines
Sat 11/219:55 pm
SAN
-
BMI
2 stops12h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/21$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 10/154:33 pm
BMI
-
LAX
1 stop8h 16m
American Airlines
Tue 10/2010:10 am
LAX
-
BMI
2 stops10h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 11/185:00 am
BMI
-
SNA
2 stops12h 20m
American Airlines
Sun 11/223:08 pm
SNA
-
BMI
1 stop6h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/22$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 7/86:04 pm
BMI
-
LAS
1 stop6h 50m
American Airlines
Sat 7/111:12 pm
LAS
-
BMI
2 stops7h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19$359

Find flight deals from Bloomington to California

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$329
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$209
(Delta)

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Average price

$426
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Bloomington to California 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 May 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bloomington to California that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BloomingtonLas Vegas

BMI - LAS

BMILAS

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 10/27

6:01 am-1:45 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/30

12:35 am-11:17 am

1 stop8h 42m

$329

BloomingtonLas Vegas

BMI - LAS

BMILAS

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 10/27

1:32 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops10h 27m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/31

11:30 pm-9:57 am

1 stop8h 27m

$334

BloomingtonLos Angeles

BMI - LAX

BMILAX

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 10/15

4:33 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 10/20

2:00 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$349

BloomingtonLas Vegas

BMI - LAS

BMILAS

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 10/24

4:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/31

6:00 am-3:16 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$349

BloomingtonSacramento

BMI - SMF

BMISMF

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 6/29

6:02 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/7

3:05 pm-12:35 am

1 stop7h 30m

$349

BloomingtonLos Angeles

BMI - LAX

BMILAX

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 8/25

12:09 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 9/10

11:50 pm-11:11 am

1 stop9h 21m

$349

BloomingtonSacramento

BMI - SMF

BMISMF

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 6/30

4:22 pm-12:11 am

1 stop9h 49m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/7

3:05 pm-12:35 am

1 stop7h 30m

$349

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 10/29

4:00 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop8h 51m

San Francisco

Wed 11/4

11:45 pm-11:17 am

1 stop9h 32m

$349

BloomingtonSan Diego

BMI - SAN

BMISAN

Bloomington-Normal

Wed 11/18

9:44 am-3:30 pm

1 stop7h 46m

San Diego

Sat 11/21

9:55 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops12h 55m

$354

BloomingtonLos Angeles

BMI - LAX

BMILAX

Bloomington-Normal

Fri 9/25

6:01 am-1:59 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 9/27

11:50 pm-11:11 am

1 stop9h 21m

$369

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Best time to book a flight from Bloomington to California

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to California (average of $308). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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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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 May 22, 2026.
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
7.1
Good
11,644 reviews

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Elizabeth,Mar 2026

ORD - MIA

Staff was rude and flight attendants 2 out of 3 looked like they had just been thru a hurricane.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,644 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,644 reviews

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Elizabeth,Mar 2026

ORD - MIA

Staff was rude and flight attendants 2 out of 3 looked like they had just been thru a hurricane.

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, United Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Bloomington, Illinois to California in just under 8h 16m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 11m. The distance between Bloomington, Illinois and California is about 1675 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 - San Francisco and Bloomington-Normal - Los Angeles Los Angeles.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to California (average of $308). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Bloomington to California. 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 May 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$348Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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