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$240+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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.
ORD — BFL
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Bakersfield

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Round-trip from

$240
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March
From Illinois to Bakersfield Meadows Field
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($26 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 July 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/311:10 amORD - BFL
1 stop8h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/91:20 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$240
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/286:15 amORD - BFL
1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/41:58 pmBFL - ORD
1 stop8h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$278

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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

Wed 9/3

11:10 am-6:03 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 9/9

1:20 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$240

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

6:15 am-11:56 am

1 stop7h 41m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 9/4

1:58 pm-12:45 am

1 stop8h 47m

$278

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/15

2:30 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$409

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/6

7:49 pm-11:55 am

2 stops18h 06m

$508

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Deals found on 7/30

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 $371). Flying from Illinois to Bakersfield in December is currently the most expensive (average of $478). 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 July 31, 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.

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 July 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Illinois to Bakersfield by reading reviews from past customers. 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
8,900 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,900 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,900 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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 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.

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  • 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 $371). Flying from Illinois to Bakersfield in December is currently the most expensive (average of $478). 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$349Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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