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$259+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Bakersfield (BFL)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BFL
août 19 — août 261
mar. 8/19
mar. 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 août 14, 2025.

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$259
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$273
From Chicago (CHI) to Bakersfield Meadows Field
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on août 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 9/37:34 amORD - BFL
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
ven. 9/121:20 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
ven. 10/317:00 amORD - BFL
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
lun. 11/34:31 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
ven. 8/295:00 amORD - BFL
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/212:50 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 9/33:08 pmORD - BFL
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/81:20 pmBFL - ORD
2 stops8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
ven. 9/1211:10 amORD - BFL
1 stop8h 53mAmerican Airlines
dim. 9/147:10 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 10/315:00 amORD - BFL
2 stops9h 19mAmerican Airlines
dim. 11/24:31 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
jeu. 10/211:10 amORD - BFL
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
lun. 10/61:04 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
jeu. 10/93:22 pmORD - BFL
1 stop8h 43mAmerican Airlines
lun. 10/134:34 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 10/411:54 amORD - BFL
2 stops8h 20mAmerican Airlines
dim. 10/126:00 amBFL - ORD
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$374

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ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer. 9/3

7:34 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

ven. 9/12

1:20 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$259

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer. 9/3

3:08 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

lun. 9/8

1:20 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$259

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 10/31

7:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

lun. 11/3

4:31 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 41m

$273

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 10/31

7:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

dim. 11/2

4:31 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 41m

$273

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sam. 10/4

7:34 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

dim. 10/12

6:00 am-5:17 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$284

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 8/29

5:00 am-11:54 am

1 stop8h 54m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

mar. 9/2

12:50 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$284

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 9/12

11:10 am-6:03 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

dim. 9/14

7:10 pm-5:30 am

1 stop8h 20m

$303

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/26

6:21 pm-1:11 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$477

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Deals found on 8/13

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Bakersfield

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from Chicago to Bakersfield in December is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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 CHI to BFL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 août 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Bakersfield in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Bakersfield?

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 août 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Chicago to Bakersfield. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

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
8,916 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

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
8,916 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

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 Chicago 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 Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago to Bakersfield, you will be flying into Meadows Field. Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) is just 4.7 mi from the center of the city. Meadows Field is the only Bakersfield airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 2 airlines have flights to Bakersfield Meadows Field from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Bakersfield round-trip?

    Currently priced at $218, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Bakersfield and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $349. American Airlines is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Bakersfield?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from Chicago to Bakersfield in December is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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 Chicago to Bakersfield

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 août 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$349Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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