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$233+ Cheap flights from Bloomington, IL (BMI) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BMI — SFO
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Thu 5/72:46 pm
BMI
-
SFO
1 stop9h 52m
American Airlines
Tue 5/126:00 am
SFO
-
BMI
1 stop6h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Mon 3/23:36 pm
BMI
-
SJC
1 stop7h 42m
Delta
Mon 3/98:35 pm
SJC
-
BMI
2 stops12h 44m
Delta
Deal found 1/31$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 3/411:31 am
BMI
-
SFO
1 stop7h 23m
American Airlines
Wed 3/1110:25 am
SFO
-
BMI
2 stops10h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/185:00 am
BMI
-
SFO
1 stop8h 40m
American Airlines
Wed 3/2511:32 am
SFO
-
BMI
1 stop9h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 2/175:00 am
BMI
-
SFO
1 stop6h 40m
American Airlines
Sat 2/212:27 pm
SFO
-
BMI
1 stop6h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Thu 7/2312:00 pm
BMI
-
SJC
1 stop8h 49m
Delta
Mon 7/2710:56 pm
SJC
-
BMI
2 stops10h 15m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Mon 3/23:36 pm
BMI
-
SFO
1 stop10h 13m
Delta
Mon 3/97:29 pm
SFO
-
BMI
2 stops13h 50m
Delta
Deal found 1/31$377
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 2/173:36 pm
BMI
-
SJC
1 stop7h 42m
Delta
Sat 2/216:20 am
SJC
-
BMI
2 stops13h 46m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/238:45 pm
BMI
-
SFO
1 stop6h 57m
United Airlines
Mon 7/2711:30 pm
SFO
-
BMI
1 stop7h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 2/133:45 pm
BMI
-
SFO
1 stop9h 15m
American Airlines
Sun 2/156:00 am
SFO
-
BMI
1 stop6h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/31$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 2/173:45 pm
BMI
-
SJC
1 stop7h 45m
American Airlines
Sat 2/216:00 am
SJC
-
BMI
1 stop7h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/231:32 pm
BMI
-
SJC
2 stops30h 02m
United Airlines
Mon 7/272:32 pm
SJC
-
BMI
3 stops25h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$822

Find flight deals from Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area

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Round-trip from

$309
(Delta)

One-way from

$233
(Delta)

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August

Average price

$453
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 5/7

2:46 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop9h 52m

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-2:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$309

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 3/2

3:36 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop8h 04m

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

11:35 pm-11:19 am

1 stop9h 44m

$309

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Wed 3/4

3:45 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop8h 22m

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$309

BloomingtonSan Jose

BMI - SJC

BMISJC

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 3/2

3:36 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop7h 42m

San Jose

Mon 3/9

8:35 pm-11:19 am

2 stops12h 44m

$314

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Wed 3/18

5:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop8h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

11:32 am-10:41 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$331

BloomingtonSan Jose

BMI - SJC

BMISJC

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 7/23

12:00 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop8h 49m

San Jose

Mon 7/27

10:56 pm-11:11 am

2 stops10h 15m

$369

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 2/17

5:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops11h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

12:46 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops8h 38m

$369

BloomingtonSan Jose

BMI - SJC

BMISJC

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 2/17

3:36 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop7h 42m

San Jose

Sat 2/21

6:20 am-10:06 pm

2 stops13h 46m

$394

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 7/23

8:45 pm-1:42 am

1 stop6h 57m

San Francisco

Mon 7/27

10:45 pm-8:57 am

1 stop8h 12m

$399

BloomingtonSan Jose

BMI - SJC

BMISJC

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 2/17

3:45 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Jose

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$469

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $228). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco Bay Area in April is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated February 3, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,216 reviews

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

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
11,216 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,216 reviews

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco Bay Area from Bloomington, you will be flying from Bloomington-Normal, which is the city’s only airport. Bloomington-Normal (BMI) is located 4.2 mi from the center of Bloomington.

  • How long is the flight from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco Bay Area?

    For as low as $309, American Airlines can have you in San Francisco Bay Area from Bloomington, Illinois in 8h 04m. Bloomington, Illinois and San Francisco Bay Area are separated by a distance of 1794 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular route from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco Bay Area is Bloomington-Normal - San Francisco. You may also consider Bloomington-Normal - San Jose or Bloomington-Normal - Oakland.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $228). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco Bay Area in April is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$376Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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