$353+ Cheap flights from Bakersfield (BFL) to Chicago (CHI)
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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — CHI
Nov 23 — Nov 301
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Bakersfield to ChicagoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Bakersfield to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 24, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bakersfield to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 24, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/56:00 am -
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1 stop8h 21m
Deal found 10/21![American Airlines logo]()
$353
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2312:54 pm -
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Deal found 10/22![American Airlines logo]()
$360
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
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Deal found 10/21![American Airlines logo]()
$366
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/192:18 pm -
1 stop8h 41m
Mon 11/233:56 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 10/19![United Airlines logo]()
$368
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/192:33 pm -
1 stop8h 24m
Mon 12/216:14 pm -
1 stop7h 44m
Deal found 10/20![United Airlines logo]()
$435
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2012:50 pm -
1 stop6h 42m
Wed 11/256:05 pm -
1 stop7h 53m
Deal found 10/22![American Airlines logo]()
$436
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/54:22 pm -
1 stop6h 37m
Sun 11/85:55 am -
1 stop7h 41m
Deal found 10/21![United Airlines logo]()
$438
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
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2 stops9h 12m
Thu 12/101:43 pm -
1 stop8h 40m
Deal found 10/20![American Airlines logo]()
$442
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/76:00 am -
1 stop8h 09m
Wed 11/116:59 am -
2 stops10h 32m
Deal found 10/23![American Airlines logo]()
$444
Best flights from Bakersfield to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Bakersfield to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 24, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Bakersfield to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 24, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/122:03 pm -
1 stop6h 32m
Tue 3/161:30 pm -
1 stop8h 11m
Deal found 10/21![United Airlines logo]()
$360
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 12/59:59 am -
1 stop8h 59m
Thu 12/105:00 am -
1 stop6h 26m
Deal found 10/20![American Airlines logo]()
$436
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/192:33 pm -
1 stop8h 24m
Mon 12/216:14 pm -
1 stop7h 44m
Deal found 10/20![United Airlines logo]()
$435
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 11/2012:50 pm -
1 stop6h 42m
Wed 11/256:05 pm -
1 stop7h 53m
Deal found 10/24![American Airlines logo]()
$440
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/712:34 pm -
1 stop6h 56m
Wed 11/117:00 am -
1 stop8h 24m
Deal found 10/23![United Airlines logo]()
$438
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Wed 12/2312:54 pm -
1 stop8h 46m
Fri 1/15:00 am -
2 stops9h 13m
Deal found 10/19![American Airlines logo]()
$442
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Fri 11/64:22 pm -
1 stop6h 37m
Sun 11/87:00 am -
1 stop6h 36m
Deal found 10/22![United Airlines logo]()
$438
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/79:59 am -
2 stops9h 13m
Wed 11/116:59 am -
2 stops10h 32m
Deal found 10/23![American Airlines logo]()
$449
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/262:33 pm -
1 stop7h 30m
Sat 1/27:00 am -
1 stop6h 42m
Deal found 10/21![United Airlines logo]()
$450
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Mon 11/2312:50 pm -
2 stops8h 18m
Mon 11/307:00 pm -
1 stop6h 58m
Deal found 10/23![American Airlines logo]()
$450
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Tue 3/26:51 pm -
1 stop8h 56m
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1 stop7h 54m
Deal found 10/20![American Airlines logo]()
$456
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/202:18 pm -
1 stop8h 41m
Wed 11/257:00 am -
1 stop6h 36m
Deal found 10/21![United Airlines logo]()
$480
Last-minute flights from Bakersfield to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Bakersfield to Chicago. Data last updated October 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Bakersfield to Chicago. Data last updated October 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Thu 10/297:00 am -
1 stop7h 29m
Sat 10/313:56 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 10/22![United Airlines logo]()
$492
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/295:56 am -
1 stop7h 23m
Sat 10/315:00 am -
2 stops8h 48m
Deal found 10/22![American Airlines logo]()
$498
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/54:22 pm -
1 stop6h 37m
Sun 11/85:55 am -
1 stop7h 41m
Deal found 10/21![United Airlines logo]()
$438
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/76:00 am -
1 stop8h 09m
Wed 11/116:59 am -
2 stops10h 32m
Deal found 10/23![American Airlines logo]()
$444
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/192:18 pm -
1 stop8h 41m
Mon 11/233:56 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 10/19![United Airlines logo]()
$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2012:50 pm -
1 stop6h 42m
Wed 11/256:05 pm -
1 stop7h 53m
Deal found 10/22![American Airlines logo]()
$436
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/202:18 pm -
1 stop8h 41m
Wed 11/257:00 am -
1 stop6h 36m
Deal found 10/21![United Airlines logo]()
$480
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Mon 11/2312:50 pm -
2 stops8h 18m
Mon 11/307:00 pm -
1 stop6h 58m
Deal found 10/23![American Airlines logo]()
$450
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 11/2712:50 pm -
2 stops8h 18m
Wed 12/210:34 am -
1 stop8h 51m
Deal found 10/24![American Airlines logo]()
$496
One-way flights from Bakersfield to ChicagoSearch for one-way flight options from Bakersfield to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 24, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Bakersfield to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 24, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/95:00 am -
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Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/19![United Airlines logo]()
$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Mon 11/912:50 pm -
2 stops9h 09m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/19![American Airlines logo]()
$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/34:16 pm -
1 stop6h 43m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/22![American Airlines logo]()
$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Wed 11/117:30 am -
1 stop9h 19m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/22![United Airlines logo]()
$443
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/2112:50 pm -
2 stops8h 18m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/23![American Airlines logo]()
$449
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/302:18 pm -
2 stops20h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![United Airlines logo]()
$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/299:02 pm -
1 stop6h 18m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![American Airlines logo]()
$523
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Thu 10/297:00 am -
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Deal found 10/22![United Airlines logo]()
$533
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 10/22![American Airlines logo]()
$539
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 1/24:09 pm -
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/22![United Airlines logo]()
$556
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 10/21![United Airlines logo]()
$576
Find flight deals from Bakersfield to Chicago
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bakersfield (BFL) to Chicago (CHI). 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 October 24, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $353 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $410 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Bakersfield to Chicago 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bakersfield to Chicago that are best for you.
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BakersfieldChicago
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BFLORD
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Fri 3/12
2:03 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop6h 32m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 3/16
1:30 pm-7:41 pm
1 stop8h 11m
$360
BakersfieldChicago
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BFLORD
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Mon 11/9
5:00 am-2:55 pm
1 stop7h 55m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$373
BakersfieldChicago
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BFLORD
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Sat 11/21
12:50 pm-11:34 pm
1 stop8h 44m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$373
BakersfieldChicago
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BFLORD
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Thu 12/17
4:16 pm-12:59 am
1 stop6h 43m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$373
BakersfieldChicago
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BFLORD
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Mon 11/30
7:12 pm-5:00 am
1 stop7h 48m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$373
BakersfieldChicago
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BFLORD
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Mon 11/9
12:50 pm-11:59 pm
2 stops9h 09m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$379
BakersfieldChicago
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BFLORD
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Sat 12/19
2:33 pm-12:57 am
1 stop8h 24m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 12/21
6:14 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop7h 44m
$435
BakersfieldChicago
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BFLORD
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Sat 12/5
9:59 am-8:58 pm
1 stop8h 59m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 12/10
5:00 am-9:26 am
1 stop6h 26m
$436
BakersfieldChicago
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BFLORD
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Sat 11/7
12:34 pm-9:30 pm
1 stop6h 56m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 11/11
7:00 am-1:24 pm
1 stop8h 24m
$438
BakersfieldChicago
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
BFLORD
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Fri 11/6
4:22 pm-12:59 am
1 stop6h 37m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 11/8
7:00 am-11:36 am
1 stop6h 36m
$438
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Compare providers for flights from Bakersfield to Chicago
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Bakersfield to Chicago in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Bakersfield-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Bakersfield-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bakersfield-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bakersfield-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Bakersfield-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Bakersfield to Chicago
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Bakersfield with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Bakersfield to Chicago
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Bakersfield to Chicago?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Chicago (average of $368). Flying from Bakersfield to Chicago in April is currently the most expensive (average of $586). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Bakersfield to Chicago?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Bakersfield to Chicago flights typically cost between $379 and $507 in December.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $353 on American Airlines (Dec 5-Dec 12).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Bakersfield to Chicago?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Phoenix (PHX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Bakersfield to Chicago on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Bakersfield to Chicago?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Bakersfield to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Dallas (DFW) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $294.
What’s the fastest layover option from Bakersfield to Chicago?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Bakersfield to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 59m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Bakersfield to Chicago?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Bakersfield to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Phoenix (PHX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 59m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated October 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Bakersfield to Chicago, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.3
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.3
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.3
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$286 | Average$593 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$294 | Average$430 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |