Traveling from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is two hours ahead of Bakersfield, where Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport is located. Chicago runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
To avoid missing your BFL to Chicago flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a popular month such as November? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
BFL is around 8 kilometers from central Bakersfield. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel near BFL? If you're catching an early flight from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
81% of flights leaving Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport reach their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of BFL.
BFL's address is 3701 Wings Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Chicago
The best price we've seen for a one-way Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Chicago flight is AED 1,368. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,145. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from BFL to Chicago, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Chicago across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BFL to Chicago by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 27 kilometers. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the center driving.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from BFL to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is roughly 16 kilometers from the center of Chicago. Once you've hopped off your flight from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near MDW. Kick back and get cozy after your BFL to Chicago flight at any of these well-located options:
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from MDW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
You can find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 145 kilometers from the center of Chicago. It'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the city center in a cab or ride-share after your flight from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Chicago.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 2 hours.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by checking in to a hotel near RFD after your BFL to Chicago flight. Recover from a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
Rental providers sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so secure your vehicle from RFD in advance of your flight from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Chicago. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.
Chicago Rockford International Airport can be found at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
July is the most popular month for flights from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Chicago. To avoid the crowds, head to Chicago in January.
Before booking a Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BFL to Chicago in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chicago right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Chicago to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 451 kilometers southeast of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theater.
If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometers southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are the start of reasons to visit.
