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$198+ Cheap flights from Bloomington, IL (BMI) to Chicago (CHI)

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 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BMI — CHI
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bloomington (BMI) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$337
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$198
(American Airlines)

Good round-trip deal

$431 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
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Cheapest flights from Bloomington to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bloomington to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 6/142:28 pmBMI - ORD
Nonstop1h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/211:00 pmORD - BMI
Nonstop0h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$337

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BloomingtonChicago

BMI - ORD

BMIORD

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 6/14

2:28 pm-3:33 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/21

1:00 pm-1:56 pm

Nonstop0h 56m

$337

BloomingtonChicago

BMI - ORD

BMIORD

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 6/17

3:03 pm-4:08 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$198

BloomingtonChicago

BMI - ORD

BMIORD

Bloomington-Normal

Fri 5/30

5:00 pm-8:35 am

1 stop15h 35m

$279

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Deals found on 4/30

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Bloomington to Chicago in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Bloomington, Illinois-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Bloomington, Illinois-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bloomington, Illinois-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bloomington, Illinois-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Bloomington, Illinois-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Bloomington to Chicago

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Bloomington to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from Bloomington, Illinois to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Bloomington-Normal (BMI) if they book a flight from Bloomington to Chicago. On average, Bloomington-Normal has 2 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 1 airline. Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located just 4.2 mi from Bloomington’s city center.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Bloomington, Illinois to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to Chicago consider choosing Envoy Air (88%), Japan Airlines (82%) or American Airlines (73%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Bloomington, Illinois to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to Chicago is generally $707, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $168. When looking at the most popular route, (Bloomington-Normal - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $350 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bloomington to Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Chicago

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Bloomington to Chicago. 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$295Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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