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$220+ Cheap flights from Bloomington, IL to San Diego (BMI - SAN)

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 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BMI — SAN
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Bloomington to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bloomington to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/245:00 amBMI - SAN
1 stop9h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/212:43 pmSAN - BMI
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/245:00 amBMI - SAN
1 stop9h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/13:08 pmSAN - BMI
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 10/313:47 pmBMI - SAN
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Tue 11/411:00 amSAN - BMI
1 stop9h 17mDelta
Deal found 10/26$430
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 10/313:51 pmBMI - SAN
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/410:09 amSAN - BMI
2 stops9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$674
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/263:30 pmBMI - SAN
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/311:13 pmSAN - BMI
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$742

Cheap flight deals from Bloomington to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bloomington (BMI) to San Diego (SAN). 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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$379
(Delta)

One-way from

$220
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Bloomington to San Diego 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 October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bloomington to San Diego that are best for you.

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Bloomington

Fly to

San Diego

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Depart

Return

Price

BloomingtonSan Diego

BMI - SAN

BMISAN

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 4/21

3:50 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop9h 08m

San Diego

Sat 4/25

11:00 am-10:23 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$379

BloomingtonSan Diego

BMI - SAN

BMISAN

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 11/24

5:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

San Diego

Tue 12/2

12:43 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$389

BloomingtonSan Diego

BMI - SAN

BMISAN

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 11/24

5:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

San Diego

Mon 12/1

3:08 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$409

BloomingtonSan Diego

BMI - SAN

BMISAN

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 4/21

6:52 am-2:49 pm

2 stops9h 57m

San Diego

Sat 4/25

6:31 am-8:31 pm

2 stops12h 00m

$479

BloomingtonSan Diego

BMI - SAN

BMISAN

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 11/24

6:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$220

BloomingtonSan Diego

BMI - SAN

BMISAN

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 11/24

5:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$220

BloomingtonSan Diego

BMI - SAN

BMISAN

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 11/24

8:23 pm-3:27 pm

3 stops45h 04m

$245

BloomingtonSan Diego

BMI - SAN

BMISAN

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 1/3

11:02 am-6:37 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$275

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Deals found on 10/27

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Bloomington to San Diego in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Bloomington, Illinois-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bloomington, Illinois-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bloomington, Illinois-San Diego 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-San Diego 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 San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Bloomington to San Diego

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to San Diego (average of $132). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Bloomington to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 28, 2025.

When flying from Bloomington, Illinois to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated October 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from Bloomington to San Diego have to say. 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
11,032 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

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
11,032 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

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 San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Airlines like Delta and American Airlines fly from Bloomington, Illinois to San Diego in about 9h 08m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1648 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Bloomington, Illinois to San Diego round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Bloomington, Illinois to San Diego round-trip from $376. Users have found that American Airlines is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Bloomington to San Diego?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bloomington to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to San Diego (average of $132). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 San Diego

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Bloomington to San Diego. 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$376Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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