Delta will restore its midday flight from Bloomington to Atlanta beginning next year.
Daily nonstop flights will depart Central Illinois Regional Airport [CIRA] at noon, arriving just before 3 p.m. The new midday itinerary is in addition to Delta's two existing daily flights to Hartsfield-Jackson Airport at 6 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
In a statement, CIRA executive director Carl Olson said the airport has been working with Delta to return a midday flight since the pandemic. CIRA is the only downstate Illinois airport to offer Delta service.
“It is an ideal flight time because it opens up the possibility to make more connections at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport in Atlanta, whether it’s a domestic or international destination,” Olson said. “Delta Airlines recognized the need for a third daily flight from CIRA, opening up another time option for both business and leisure Central Illinois travelers."
The new midday service starts March 8. Bookings can be made online now.
