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$189+ Cheap flights from Bloomington, IL to San Francisco (BMI - SFO)

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 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BMI — SFO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bloomington to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bloomington (BMI) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$377
(Delta)

One-way from

$189
(Delta)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$498
From Bloomington-Normal to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Bloomington to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bloomington to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 10/13:39 pmBMI - SFO
1 stop9h 02mDelta
Sat 10/411:59 amSFO - BMI
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Deal found 9/10$377
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/306:10 amBMI - SFO
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/36:00 amSFO - BMI
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 10/13:39 pmBMI - SFO
1 stop9h 02mDelta
Tue 10/75:50 amSFO - BMI
2 stops14h 27mDelta
Deal found 9/10$444
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 10/13:39 pmBMI - SFO
1 stop9h 02mDelta
Fri 10/35:55 amSFO - BMI
2 stops14h 16mDelta
Deal found 9/10$460
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/256:57 amBMI - SFO
1 stop9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/297:00 amSFO - BMI
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$479
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/63:42 pmBMI - SFO
1 stop10h 23mDelta
Wed 10/811:58 amSFO - BMI
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Deal found 9/10$488
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/43:54 pmBMI - SFO
1 stop9h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/66:10 amSFO - BMI
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$490
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/33:39 pmBMI - SFO
1 stop10h 18mDelta
Sun 10/55:55 amSFO - BMI
2 stops14h 16mDelta
Deal found 9/10$498

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Bloomington to San Francisco 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bloomington to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Bloomington

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San Francisco

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Return

Price

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Wed 10/1

3:39 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop9h 02m

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

11:59 am-10:11 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$377

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 10/2

3:39 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop10h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

11:58 am-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$377

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Fri 10/3

3:39 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop10h 18m

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

11:59 am-10:11 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$377

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Fri 10/3

3:39 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop10h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

11:58 am-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$377

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 10/7

3:42 pm-12:05 am

1 stop10h 23m

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

11:58 am-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$377

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 10/2

3:39 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop10h 18m

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

11:59 am-10:11 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$377

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Wed 10/1

3:39 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop9h 02m

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

11:58 am-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$377

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 10/30

6:10 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 11/3

10:15 am-9:31 pm

2 stops9h 16m

$434

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 10/4

6:05 am-2:26 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$189

BloomingtonSan Francisco

BMI - SFO

BMISFO

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 10/4

8:16 pm-6:07 pm

3 stops47h 51m

$208

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Best time to book a flight from Bloomington to San Francisco

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

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Bloomington to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

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

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

    Delta can get you from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco in just under 9h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Bloomington, Illinois and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 1794 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $363, American Airlines will fly you from Bloomington, Illinois to San Francisco and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. This flight start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Bloomington to San Francisco. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$363Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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