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Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Bakersfield (IND - BFL)

IND — BFL
oct. 17 — oct. 241
vie. 10/17
vie. 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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 septiembre 17, 2025.

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Bakersfield

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from Indianapolis 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 IND to BFL?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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 septiembre 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Indianapolis to Bakersfield is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

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 septiembre 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Indianapolis to Bakersfield by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Indianapolis to Bakersfield round-trip from $218. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Bakersfield

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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 septiembre 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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