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$120+ 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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — BFL
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Bakersfield

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Bakersfield flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$240
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$120
(United Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$259
From Illinois to Bakersfield Meadows Field
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 September 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/295:16 pmORD - BFL
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/12:10 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 11/55:00 amORD - BFL
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/812:25 pmBFL - ORD
2 stops9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/295:00 amORD - BFL
2 stops9h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/14:34 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$290
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/312:35 pmORD - BFL
1 stop9h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/12:10 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/213:47 pmORD - BFL
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/251:55 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 10/255:00 amORD - BFL
2 stops9h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/254:34 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/97:10 amORD - BFL
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/131:55 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop8h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$343
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:15 amORD - BFL
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/251:55 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/225:00 amORD - BFL
2 stops9h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/251:04 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:15 amORD - BFL
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/272:10 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop8h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$368

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
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

Wed 11/5

5:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop8h 41m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 11/8

12:25 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$240

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/31

2:35 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 11/1

2:10 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$319

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

2:17 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 10/25

1:55 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$330

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

7:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop6h 41m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 11/8

4:31 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 41m

$330

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

7:10 am-1:08 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 10/13

1:55 pm-12:54 am

1 stop8h 59m

$343

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/10

3:57 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 10/13

1:55 pm-12:54 am

1 stop8h 59m

$343

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/6

5:00 am-9:09 am

1 stop6h 09m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 11/8

12:25 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$349

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

1:22 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 10/27

4:34 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 56m

$349

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

2:53 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 10/27

2:10 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 49m

$349

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

5:16 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 11/1

2:10 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$349

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from Illinois to Bakersfield in December is currently the most expensive (average of $484). 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 September 16, 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.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Bakersfield?

    For as low as $240, American Airlines can have you in Bakersfield from Illinois in 8h 41m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1728 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from Illinois to Bakersfield in December is currently the most expensive (average of $484). 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$349Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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