Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Central Illinois Regional Airport (BMI): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Every week, there are 42 Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to BMI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
United has direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Bloomington — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
United is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 70.65% of services landing as planned, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ORD to BMI flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ORD and BMI:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Central Illinois Regional Airport (BMI)
Currently, R 2,930 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,976. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from ORD to BMI by booking at least two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from ORD to BMI couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, data shows 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ORD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Central Illinois Regional Airport (BMI)
If you're coming in on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near BMI:
Travel at your own speed with a Central Illinois Regional Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, National or Enterprise and discover more of Bloomington and beyond.
Increase your likelihood of snagging a great price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Central Illinois Regional Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a wise move.
When to fly to Central Illinois Regional Airport (BMI)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Bloomington based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Bloomington, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to BMI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Bloomington, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 193 kilometres north-east to Chicago to check off its must-visit sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres east of Bloomington, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
