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$165+ Cheap flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco (BFL - SFO)

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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — SFO
Nov 4 — Nov 111
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The best prices from Bakersfield Meadows Field to San Francisco are usually found in May or February, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$229

Round-trip from

$165
(United Airlines)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Bakersfield Meadows Field-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Bakersfield Meadows Field-San Francisco flights.
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 13% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in October 2024
From Bakersfield Meadows Field to San Francisco

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Cheapest flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bakersfield to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/286:15 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/309:20 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$165
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2112:50 pmBFL - SFO
1 stop9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/2510:06 amSFO - BFL
2 stops12h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$229

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Bakersfield Meadows FieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 11/28

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 11/30

Nonstop1h 05m

$165

Bakersfield Meadows FieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 11/21

1 stop9h 43m

San Francisco

Mon 11/25

2 stops12h 01m

$229

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Deals found on 10/29

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Bakersfield to San Francisco in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Bakersfield-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Bakersfield-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bakersfield-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bakersfield-San Francisco 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-San Francisco 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 San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

Booking 22 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Bakersfield to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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 BFL to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Bakersfield to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2024.

When flying from Bakersfield to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 5% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated October 30, 2024.
7.4
Good
9,240 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
7.4
Good
9,240 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
7.4
Good
9,240 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Bakersfield Meadows Field to San Francisco if you want to fly from Bakersfield to San Francisco. At least 1 airline has flights from Meadows Field (BFL) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 2 flights to San Francisco from the Bakersfield airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from BFL to SFO to be around 1h 15m.

  • Can I find flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $165, but on average you can expect to pay $197.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco is less than $165.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Bakersfield to San Francisco for under $400?

    There are currently 1+ open flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Thursday, Friday.

  • How popular is this Bakersfield to San Francisco flight route?

  • How many flights depart from Bakersfield to San Francisco on average per day?

    On average 2 flights depart from Bakersfield to San Francisco per day.
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  • How long is the flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from Bakersfield to San Francisco in 1h 15m. Fly via United Airlines or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Bakersfield and San Francisco is about 239 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($165), and American Airlines ($229) offers the cheapest pricing from Bakersfield to San Francisco. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Bakersfield to San Francisco are Air New Zealand (88%), SkyWest Airlines (88%) and United Airlines (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco is generally $481, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $183. When looking at the most popular route, (Bakersfield Meadows Field - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $165 for that flight.

  • What does BFL to SFO mean?

    This is defined as Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL) and San Francisco Airport (SFO). Codes like San Francisco Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Bakersfield to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Bakersfield to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bakersfield to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Bakersfield to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Bakersfield to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Bakersfield to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Bakersfield to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/29.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Bakersfield to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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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