Bakersfield

$291+ Cheap flights from Michigan 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 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — BFL
May 22 — May 291
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to Bakersfield

Cheapest flights from Michigan to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/165:00 am
ORD
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BFL
1 stop6h 14m
American Airlines
Sat 5/304:40 pm
BFL
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ORD
1 stop5h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 10/32:18 pm
ORD
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BFL
1 stop8h 24m
United Airlines
Tue 10/134:25 pm
BFL
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ORD
1 stop6h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/22$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/165:00 am
ORD
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BFL
1 stop6h 14m
American Airlines
Sun 5/314:43 pm
BFL
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ORD
1 stop5h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fri 5/155:00 am
ORD
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BFL
1 stop6h 14m
American Airlines
Sat 5/304:40 pm
BFL
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ORD
1 stop5h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/303:50 pm
ORD
-
BFL
2 stops8h 07m
American Airlines
Mon 6/812:40 pm
BFL
-
ORD
1 stop7h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$336
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Fri 5/85:00 am
ORD
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BFL
1 stop6h 14m
American Airlines
Wed 5/137:02 pm
BFL
-
ORD
1 stop8h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/19$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 9/21:21 pm
GRR
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BFL
1 stop7h 25m
American Airlines
Wed 9/96:10 am
BFL
-
GRR
1 stop7h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/18$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 6/138:10 am
DTW
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BFL
1 stop6h 45m
American Airlines
Wed 6/1712:40 pm
BFL
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DTW
1 stop6h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Fri 5/155:00 am
ORD
-
BFL
1 stop6h 14m
American Airlines
Fri 5/294:43 pm
BFL
-
ORD
1 stop5h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/19$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 7/155:00 am
ORD
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BFL
1 stop9h 36m
American Airlines
Sat 7/2512:14 pm
BFL
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ORD
2 stops9h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 9/23:38 pm
GRR
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BFL
1 stop8h 19m
United Airlines
Wed 9/911:30 am
BFL
-
GRR
2 stops10h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/18$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sun 5/315:00 am
ORD
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BFL
1 stop5h 57m
American Airlines
Sat 6/2012:40 pm
BFL
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ORD
2 stops8h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$364

Find flight deals from Michigan to Bakersfield

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From Michigan to Bakersfield Meadows Field

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/3

2:18 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 10/13

4:25 pm-12:58 am

1 stop6h 33m

$302

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/23

6:20 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 55m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 5/30

1:53 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$358

Grand RapidsBakersfield

GRR - BFL

GRRBFL

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Wed 9/2

3:38 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 9/9

11:30 am-1:18 am

2 stops10h 48m

$364

DetroitBakersfield

DTW - BFL

DTWBFL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/7

3:42 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 5/11

7:02 pm-9:13 am

2 stops11h 11m

$389

Grand RapidsBakersfield

GRR - BFL

GRRBFL

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Tue 5/5

5:00 am-11:47 am

2 stops9h 47m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 5/11

7:02 pm-9:25 am

2 stops11h 23m

$394

DetroitBakersfield

DTW - BFL

DTWBFL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/9

3:42 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops9h 28m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 5/16

7:02 pm-9:13 am

2 stops11h 11m

$394
Quickest round-trip

DetroitBakersfield

DTW - BFL

DTWBFL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/2

6:02 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 5/5

6:00 am-4:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$408

ChicagoBakersfield

ORD - BFL

ORDBFL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/3

5:00 am-11:38 am

2 stops8h 38m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 10/13

1:18 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$417

Grand RapidsBakersfield

GRR - BFL

GRRBFL

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Wed 5/6

2:20 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 5/10

7:02 pm-10:53 am

2 stops12h 51m

$419

DetroitBakersfield

DTW - BFL

DTWBFL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/11

7:00 am-4:13 pm

2 stops12h 13m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 7/18

12:14 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$445

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Bakersfield (average of $278). Flying from Michigan to Bakersfield in March 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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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Michigan 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 Michigan?

    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 Michigan.

  • How long is the flight from Michigan to Bakersfield?

    For as low as $302, United Airlines can have you in Bakersfield from Michigan in 8h 24m. There are 1728 mi between Michigan and Bakersfield. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Michigan to Bakersfield?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Bakersfield (average of $278). Flying from Michigan to Bakersfield in March 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 Michigan to Bakersfield

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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 April 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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