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$205+ 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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BMI — SFO
ago. 31 — sep. 71
dom. 8/31
dom. 9/7
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Cheap flight deals from Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated agosto 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$379
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$205
(Delta)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$648
From Bloomington-Normal to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from Bloomington to San Francisco Bay Area
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 agosto 26, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
mié. 10/83:51 pmBMI - SFO
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
mié. 10/151:19 pmSFO - BMI
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/25$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
jue. 10/26:57 amBMI - SJC
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
lun. 10/61:15 pmSJC - BMI
1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/25$437
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
mar. 9/93:47 pmBMI - SFO
1 stop8h 51mDelta
sáb. 9/1311:59 amSFO - BMI
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Deal found 8/25$441
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
mié. 10/226:10 amBMI - SFO
2 stops11h 08mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/259:00 amSFO - BMI
2 stops9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/24$453
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
lun. 9/83:47 pmBMI - SFO
1 stop8h 51mDelta
mar. 9/911:35 amSFO - BMI
1 stop8h 41mDelta
Deal found 8/25$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
lun. 9/82:41 pmBMI - SFO
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
vie. 9/126:45 amSFO - BMI
2 stops12h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/24$464
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
mar. 9/93:47 pmBMI - SJC
1 stop8h 36mDelta
sáb. 9/1312:35 pmSJC - BMI
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 8/25$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
jue. 8/282:49 pmBMI - SFO
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/16:10 amSFO - BMI
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/26$551
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
lun. 9/83:47 pmBMI - SJC
1 stop9h 03mDelta
sáb. 9/1312:35 pmSJC - BMI
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 8/25$564
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
jue. 10/163:51 pmBMI - SJC
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
lun. 10/201:15 pmSJC - BMI
1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/24$578
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
lun. 9/83:47 pmBMI - SJC
1 stop9h 03mDelta
mar. 9/912:30 pmSJC - BMI
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Deal found 8/25$637
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
sáb. 12/136:01 amBMI - OAK
2 stops18h 52mDelta
mar. 12/165:55 amOAK - BMI
2 stops14h 27mDelta
Deal found 8/25$811

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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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Bloomington

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Price

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

mié. 10/8

3:51 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop6h 51m

San Francisco

mié. 10/15

1:19 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$379

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

mié. 10/22

3:42 pm-12:05 am

1 stop10h 23m

San Francisco

sáb. 10/25

11:58 am-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$379

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

mié. 10/22

3:51 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop9h 38m

San Francisco

sáb. 10/25

9:16 am-9:38 pm

2 stops10h 22m

$384

BloomingtonSan Jose

BMI - SJC

BMISJC

Bloomington-Normal

jue. 10/2

6:57 am-12:36 pm

1 stop7h 39m

San Jose

lun. 10/6

1:15 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$437

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

mar. 9/9

3:47 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 51m

San Francisco

sáb. 9/13

11:59 am-10:11 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$441

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

lun. 9/8

3:47 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 51m

San Francisco

mar. 9/9

11:35 am-10:16 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$459

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

lun. 9/8

3:54 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop9h 21m

San Francisco

vie. 9/12

11:17 am-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$459

BloomingtonSan Jose

BMI - SJC

BMISJC

Bloomington-Normal

mar. 9/9

3:47 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop8h 36m

San Jose

sáb. 9/13

12:35 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$529

BloomingtonSan Jose

BMI - SJC

BMISJC

Bloomington-Normal

lun. 9/8

3:47 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 03m

San Jose

sáb. 9/13

12:35 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$564

BloomingtonSan Jose

BMI - SJC

BMISJC

Bloomington-Normal

jue. 10/16

3:51 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San Jose

lun. 10/20

1:15 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$578

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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

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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
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

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

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

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 Francisco Bay Area. 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 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 $379, American Airlines can have you in San Francisco Bay Area from Bloomington, Illinois in 6h 51m. 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 Jose. You may also consider Bloomington-Normal - San Francisco 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$376Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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