Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal — Bloomington/Normal, United States
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Distance & flight time from BMI
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal, coded BMI, serves the twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, Illinois, at an elevation of 871 feet. Two runways handle scheduled commercial service for this central Illinois metropolitan area, home to Illinois State University and major insurance industry employers. As a medium airport, BMI connects the Bloomington-Normal community to larger hub airports for onward domestic travel. Flat farmland stretches out around the field, typical of the agricultural landscape found across central Illinois. Passenger volume through BMI reflects the size of the local twin-city population rather than any broader regional draw beyond central Illinois.
Runways at Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal (BMI)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 8000 ft (2438 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | CON |
| 11/29 | 6525 ft (1989 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | PEM |
Radio frequencies for Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal (BMI)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | PEORIA APP/DEP | 118.05 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.35 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 135.35 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 124.6 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.65 MHz |
| RDO | KANKAKEE RDO | 108.2 MHz |
| TWR | BLOOMINGTON TWR | 124.6 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal (BMI)
- General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport (PIA) — 68.8 km (42.8 mi)
- Decatur Airport (DEC) — 71.6 km (44.5 mi)
- University of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) — 72.9 km (45.3 mi)
- Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) — 95.6 km (59.4 mi)
- Greater Kankakee Airport (IKK) — 111.7 km (69.4 mi)
- Purdue University Airport (LAF) — 167.4 km (104.0 mi)
- Dupage Airport (DPA) — 168.6 km (104.8 mi)
- Quad City International Airport (MLI) — 171.8 km (106.8 mi)
Travelers in the Bloomington-Normal area search BMI to compare direct flight options against driving to Chicago or St. Louis instead. Insurance industry commuters also reference Central Illinois Regional Airport's code regularly, given the concentration of major employers headquartered in this part of the state.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal?
The IATA code for Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal is BMI.
What is the ICAO code for Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal?
The ICAO code for Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal is KBMI. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.