Knowing a bit about the transportation options can make your trip smoother when you get to your destination. Fly into Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional), which is located 28.3 mi (45.6 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard), which is 30.2 mi (48.6 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.