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$170+ 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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — BFL
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Bakersfield

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$218
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$170
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$218
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 5/106:30 amORD - BFL
1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/1712:53 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop6h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$218
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 5/101:58 pmORD - BFL
2 stops10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/174:30 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$224

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Bakersfield that are best for you.

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ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

6:30 am-12:11 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 5/17

12:53 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$218

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

1:58 pm-10:06 pm

2 stops10h 08m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 5/17

4:30 pm-12:37 am

1 stop6h 07m

$224

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/5

6:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop7h 58m

$170

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/4

7:10 am-12:11 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$397

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Deals found on 3/27

Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Bakersfield

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Bakersfield

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Bakersfield (average of $368). 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 March 28, 2025.

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 March 28, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ruth,Dec 2024

ORD - AMS

United Airlines flights seem to always use a bus to/from the boarding gate to the plane. Can they not get their own gate? This time there was no lift when leaving the plane and people in wheelchairs somehow had to climb down the steps to the ground to get to the bus. I udon’t know how some managed that!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ruth,Dec 2024

ORD - AMS

United Airlines flights seem to always use a bus to/from the boarding gate to the plane. Can they not get their own gate? This time there was no lift when leaving the plane and people in wheelchairs somehow had to climb down the steps to the ground to get to the bus. I udon’t know how some managed that!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ruth,Dec 2024

ORD - AMS

United Airlines flights seem to always use a bus to/from the boarding gate to the plane. Can they not get their own gate? This time there was no lift when leaving the plane and people in wheelchairs somehow had to climb down the steps to the ground to get to the bus. I udon’t know how some managed that!

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Bakersfield (average of $368). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$319Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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