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$258+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Bakersfield (BFL)

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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — BFL
Nov 18 — Nov 251
Mon 11/18
Mon 11/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Bakersfield

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) to Bakersfield (BFL). 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 November 13, 2024.

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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/38:30 amORD - BFL
1 stop8h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/104:30 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$283
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/207:10 amORD - BFL
1 stop15h 57mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/262:10 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop9h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$550

Find flights from Illinois to Bakersfield within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Bakersfield 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 2,744,491 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2024.

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ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/3

8:30 am-3:28 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 12/10

4:30 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 10m

$283

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/3

6:05 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops21h 14m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 12/10

2:10 pm-12:22 am

2 stops8h 12m

$523

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/4

8:45 am-9:04 pm

2 stops14h 19m

$258

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

6:25 am-11:42 am

1 stop7h 17m

$269

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Deals found on 11/13

Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Bakersfield

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Bakersfield

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Bakersfield including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Bakersfield?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Bakersfield (average of $340). Flying from Illinois to Bakersfield in June is currently the most expensive (average of $499). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to BFL?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Bakersfield. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 13, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Bakersfield by month

Plan your trip to Bakersfield by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bakersfield ranges from 0.0 - 1.2 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.2 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Bakersfield when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Bakersfield by month

Plan your trip to Bakersfield by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bakersfield, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Bakersfield

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bakersfield. 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 Bakersfield. Reviews last updated November 13, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines and United Airlines from Illinois to Bakersfield to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,189 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,189 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,189 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,189 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Bakersfield. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Bakersfield from Illinois?

    Located just 4.7 mi from the city center, Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Bakersfield from Illinois.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Bakersfield that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Bakersfield flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Bakersfield?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Bakersfield.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Bakersfield?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Bakersfield?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Bakersfield (average of $340). Flying from Illinois to Bakersfield in June is currently the most expensive (average of $499). 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 Illinois to Bakersfield

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Bakersfield. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,744,491 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$309Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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