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Cheap flights from Bloomington (BMI) to Fort Walton Beach, FL from $166

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bloomington (BMI) to Fort Walton Beach (FO9). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 28, 2024.

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$302

One-way from

$166
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What is the cheapest month to fly from Bloomington, Illinois to Fort Walton Beach?

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Fort Walton Beach from Bloomington, Illinois. Users have commonly found prices around $497 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $326. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in February.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bloomington, Illinois to Fort Walton Beach (BMI - FO9)?

When flying from Bloomington, Illinois to Fort Walton Beach, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Bloomington and Fort Walton Beach. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights heading from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Thu 8/13:56 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/67:15 amVPS - BMI
2 stops7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$498
Thu 8/16:07 amBMI - VPS
2 stops9h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/67:15 amVPS - BMI
2 stops7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$544
Sat 8/33:56 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/73:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$555
Tue 7/306:07 amBMI - VPS
2 stops11h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/39:55 amVPS - BMI
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$560
Tue 7/306:07 amBMI - VPS
2 stops9h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/77:15 amVPS - BMI
2 stops7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$565
Thu 9/126:50 amBMI - VPS
1 stop16h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/193:53 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$592
Sat 8/36:07 amBMI - VPS
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/312:55 pmVPS - BMI
2 stops6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$595
Sat 8/36:07 amBMI - VPS
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/33:59 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$637
Sun 8/47:08 amBMI - VPS
2 stops8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/83:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,572

Cheap Delta flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Bloomington and Fort Walton Beach. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Delta flights traveling from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Tue 7/303:50 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Tue 8/63:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/28$331
Tue 7/303:50 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Mon 8/53:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/28$348
Fri 8/23:50 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Mon 8/53:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/28$365
Tue 7/303:50 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Sat 8/32:40 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 5/28$374
Tue 7/306:00 amBMI - VPS
1 stop4h 12mDelta
Thu 8/89:25 amVPS - BMI
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 5/28$378
Fri 8/23:50 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Sat 8/33:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 5/28$391
Fri 8/23:50 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Thu 8/89:25 amVPS - BMI
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 5/28$395
Mon 7/296:00 amBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Wed 8/73:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/28$421
Mon 7/296:00 amBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Thu 8/89:25 amVPS - BMI
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 5/28$425

Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Bloomington and Fort Walton Beach in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 7/303:50 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Tue 8/63:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/28$331
Tue 7/303:50 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Mon 8/53:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/28$348
Fri 8/23:50 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Mon 8/53:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/28$365
Tue 7/303:50 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Sat 8/32:40 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 5/28$374
Tue 7/306:00 amBMI - VPS
1 stop4h 12mDelta
Sun 8/43:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/28$378
Fri 8/23:50 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Sat 8/33:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 5/28$391
Fri 8/23:50 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Thu 8/89:25 amVPS - BMI
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 5/28$395
Sat 9/75:50 amBMI - VPS
2 stops9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/143:53 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$415
Mon 7/296:00 amBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Wed 8/73:49 pmVPS - BMI
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 5/28$421

One-way flights to Fort Walton Beach from Bloomington

Search for one-way flight options from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach can choose from these deals. Those needing a return flight from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach can use the search form above.
Tue 7/96:00 amBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Deal found 5/28$166
Sat 7/63:54 pmBMI - VPS
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Deal found 5/28$213
Mon 7/86:00 amBMI - VPS
1 stop3h 59mDelta
Deal found 5/28$283

Find flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.

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Bloomington-NormalValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

BMI - VPS

BMIVPS

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 7/30

1 stop5h 15m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Tue 8/6

1 stop6h 54m

$331

Bloomington-NormalValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

BMI - VPS

BMIVPS

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 7/30

1 stop5h 15m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Mon 8/5

1 stop6h 54m

$348

Bloomington-NormalValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

BMI - VPS

BMIVPS

Bloomington-Normal

Fri 8/2

1 stop5h 15m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Mon 8/5

1 stop6h 54m

$365

Bloomington-NormalValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

BMI - VPS

BMIVPS

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 7/30

1 stop5h 15m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Sat 8/3

1 stop5h 58m

$374

Bloomington-NormalValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

BMI - VPS

BMIVPS

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 7/30

1 stop4h 12m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Thu 8/8

1 stop5h 45m

$378

Bloomington-NormalValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

BMI - VPS

BMIVPS

Bloomington-Normal

Fri 8/2

1 stop5h 15m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Sat 8/3

1 stop4h 49m

$391

Bloomington-NormalValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

BMI - VPS

BMIVPS

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 8/1

1 stop7h 20m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Tue 8/6

2 stops7h 20m

$498

Bloomington-NormalValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

BMI - VPS

BMIVPS

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 8/1

2 stops9h 57m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Tue 8/6

2 stops7h 20m

$544

Bloomington-NormalValparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

BMI - VPS

BMIVPS

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 8/3

1 stop7h 20m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 8/7

1 stop5h 44m

$555

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Bloomington, Illinois to Fort Walton Beach?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Bloomington, Illinois to Fort Walton Beach flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fort Walton Beach from Bloomington with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Fort Walton Beach by month

Plan your trip to Fort Walton Beach by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

VPS

Temperature

50 - 80.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Walton Beach

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fort Walton Beach. 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 Fort Walton Beach. Reviews last updated May 28, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines and Delta from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,316 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach?

    If you book a flight to Fort Walton Beach from Bloomington, you will be flying from Bloomington-Normal, which is the city’s only airport. Bloomington-Normal (BMI) is located 4.2 mi from the center of Bloomington. There are 0 flights from Bloomington-Normal to Fort Walton Beach per day from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Bloomington, Illinois to Fort Walton Beach for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Bloomington, Illinois to Fort Walton Beach for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $331, but on average you can expect to pay $451.

  • What does BMI to PNS mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Bloomington-Normal Airport to Pensacola Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a BMI to PNS flight. Panama City NW Florida Beaches Airport (ECP), Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport (VPS), Destin Airport (DSI), Dothan Arpt Airport (DHN), Mobile Downtown Airport (BFM) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach?

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Bloomington, Illinois to Fort Walton Beach flight deals updated?

    The Bloomington, Illinois to Fort Walton Beach flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/28.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to Fort Walton Beach?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to Fort Walton Beach (average of $317). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to Fort Walton Beach in March is currently the most expensive (average of $377). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Bloomington to Fort Walton Beach

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DeltaCheapest$317Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$329Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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