Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal
Central Illinois Regional Airport serves Bloomington-Normal, home to State Farm Insurance and Illinois State University. Located 5 miles southeast of Bloomington, BMI offers a 8,000-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves the massive State Farm corporate campus, Illinois Wesleyan University, and the agricultural heartland of central Illinois. Dedicated FBO facilities provide private terminals. Estimated charter rates to Bloomington via BMI: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
Bloomington-Normal is the corporate headquarters of State Farm Insurance, the nation's largest property and casualty insurer, driving significant corporate aviation traffic. Illinois State University's Redbird athletics and the Beer Nuts factory are local attractions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Bloomington IL?
Yes. Central Illinois Regional Airport's 8,000-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning, including the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global 6000.
How close is BMI to State Farm headquarters?
Central Illinois Regional Airport is approximately 5 miles from State Farm's corporate campus, typically a 10-minute drive.
Why fly private to Bloomington-Normal?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to Bloomington-Normal, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
Aircraft Compatible with Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal
Based on the longest runway (8,000 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 8,000 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 11/29 | 6,525 ft | 150 ft | Pem | ✓ Yes |
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- IATA Code
- BMI
- ICAO Code
- KBMI
- Elevation
- 871 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 8,000 ft
- Location
- Bloomington/Normal, Illinois