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Cheapest round-trip
$360
Typical prices: $358-$586
American Airlines
Thu 11/22Sun 11/25
BFL - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$371
Typical prices: $568-$595
American Airlines
Sat 12/15
BFL - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Bakersfield and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 22% price drop
October
Most popular
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Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $331 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 6h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bakersfield to Chicago (BFL-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Bakersfield to Chicago

Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Nov 25
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 pm - 11:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$360American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Nov 25
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12:50 pm - 8:55 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:00 pm - 11:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$360American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 2:35 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 20m1 stop Los Angeles
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7:00 am - 11:24 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 24m1 stop Los Angeles
$360United Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 13
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2:29 pm - 10:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
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1:30 pm - 7:39 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 09m1 stop San Francisco
$360United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Nov 25
American Airlines Logo
7:12 pm - 5:00 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 11:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$360American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Nov 25
United Airlines Logo
2:18 pm - 12:59 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 41m1 stop Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:36 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 36m1 stop Los Angeles
$360United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Nov 25
American Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 11:08 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 18m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 pm - 11:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$366American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
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9:59 am - 5:55 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 56m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:59 am - 3:33 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 34m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$366American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
7:12 pm - 5:00 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 11:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$368American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
American Airlines Logo
9:56 am - 8:55 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 59m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:00 am - 12:12 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 12m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$368American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $358 to $586. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $360, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 64% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $348 round-trip.
•July ($578) and December ($543) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 66% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$360
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 52% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Bakersfield to Chicago

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Your Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 1,728 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $358 to $586, with an average of $447 over the past 12 months. Anything below $358 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $360 to $1,113. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $411, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $64 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $399 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $736, a difference of $337.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 43m, compared with 6h 56m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 7h 11m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Bakersfield (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $399, about $337 less than Monday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bakersfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $348 round-trip in that month - typically $230 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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