Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal Guide

IATA BMIICAO KBMIBloomington/NormalUpdated 2026-10-08
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Central Illinois Regional Airport sits in McLean County, about three miles east of Bloomington and southeast of Normal, at an elevation of 871 feet. It is the commercial airport for the Bloomington-Normal area and is run by the Bloomington-Normal Airport Authority.

Three airlines serve the field. American Eagle flies to Chicago O'Hare and Dallas/Fort Worth, Delta Connection flies to Atlanta, and Allegiant runs seasonal flights to Orlando Sanford, Phoenix/Mesa and St. Petersburg/Clearwater. FedEx Express also operates cargo flights to Memphis.

The airport has two runways: 2/20, 8,000 feet of concrete, and 11/29, 6,525 feet. The terminal opened on November 5, 2001, replacing a building from 1964. The FAA classes the airport as a primary commercial service airport. The Prairie Aviation Museum stands on the west side of the field, and Connect Transit's Tan Line links the area to Uptown Normal.

Services

4 of 6 available

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Location

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Key facts

Size
2 runways
Location
40.477, -88.916
Operator
Bloomington-Normal Airport Authority

Terminals

1 terminal

Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal has 1 passenger terminal — Main Terminal, handling domestic flights for around 3 airlines. Check which terminal your airline uses before you travel, as check-in, security and boarding points differ between them, and moving from one to another can take time.

  • Main TerminalDomestic

    Allegiant, American Eagle, Delta Connection

Nearby cities

2 cities

Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal is closest to Bloomington (6 km west), and also serves Normal and other nearby areas. With 2 towns and cities within reach, it is a practical gateway for the wider region. Distances shown are straight-line from the airport, so allow extra time for road transfers, traffic and parking.

  • Bloomington6 km west
  • Normal9 km northwest

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal?

Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal uses the following codes: IATA: BMI, ICAO: KBMI. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal located?

Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal is located in Bloomington/Normal, Illinois, United States. The airport coordinates are 40.4771°, -88.9159°.

What services are available at Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal?

Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal offers: 1 parking options, 5 car rental companies, 3 nearby hotels, 1 shuttle services, public transport connections. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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