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$679+ Cheap flights from Bloomington, IL (BMI) to San José (SJO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BMI — SJO
Jun 19 — Jun 261
Fri 6/19
Fri 6/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bloomington to San José

Cheapest flights from Bloomington to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bloomington to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 20, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Mon 11/169:44 am
BMI
-
SJO
2 stops27h 31m
United Airlines
Thu 11/1912:35 pm
SJO
-
BMI
2 stops20h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/19$679
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 12/233:30 pm
BMI
-
SJO
2 stops20h 59m
American Airlines
Tue 12/293:29 pm
SJO
-
BMI
2 stops23h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/17$692
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/68:14 pm
BMI
-
SJO
1 stop19h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/167:07 am
SJO
-
BMI
1 stop11h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$713
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 8/71:41 pm
BMI
-
SJO
2 stops25h 11m
American Airlines
Sat 8/151:29 pm
SJO
-
BMI
2 stops22h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/17$756
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 8/66:00 am
BMI
-
SJO
1 stop6h 49m
Delta
Fri 8/141:14 pm
SJO
-
BMI
1 stop8h 47m
Delta
Deal found 5/17$965
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/710:01 am
BMI
-
SJO
2 stops24h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/167:07 am
SJO
-
BMI
1 stop11h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$999
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 8/76:00 am
BMI
-
SJO
1 stop6h 49m
Delta
Fri 8/141:14 pm
SJO
-
BMI
1 stop8h 47m
Delta
Deal found 5/17$1,020
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 8/76:00 am
BMI
-
SJO
1 stop6h 49m
Delta
Sun 8/161:14 pm
SJO
-
BMI
1 stop8h 47m
Delta
Deal found 5/17$1,093

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Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$679
(United Airlines)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Bloomington-Normal-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bloomington to San José that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

BloomingtonSan José

BMI - SJO

BMISJO

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 11/16

9:44 am-1:15 pm

2 stops27h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/19

12:35 pm-8:57 am

2 stops20h 22m

$679
Quickest round-trip

BloomingtonSan José

BMI - SJO

BMISJO

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 8/6

6:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop6h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/14

1:14 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$965

BloomingtonSan José

BMI - SJO

BMISJO

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 8/8

6:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop8h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/14

1:14 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$1,020

BloomingtonSan José

BMI - SJO

BMISJO

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 8/8

6:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop8h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/16

1:14 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$1,093

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Deals found on 5/19

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Compare providers for flights from Bloomington to San José

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 José in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 José flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Bloomington, Illinois-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bloomington, Illinois-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bloomington, Illinois-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust Ovago the most. Ovago 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 José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated May 20, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta from Bloomington to San José have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,454 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $965, United Airlines can have you in San José from Bloomington, Illinois in 6h 49m. The distance between Bloomington, Illinois and San José is about 2125 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bloomington to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Bloomington to San José

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