Bakersfield

$169+ Cheap flights to Bakersfield

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— BFL
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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Flights to Bakersfield in 2025

Find the latest flights to Bakersfield in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$644

Round-trip from

$238

One-way from

$213
High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 8% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
From New York to Bakersfield Meadows Field
One-way flight from New York to Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL)

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.

Sat 2/17:16 amLGA - BFL
1 stop8h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/512:52 pmBFL - LGA
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$238
Sat 2/16:20 amEWR - BFL
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/54:30 pmBFL - EWR
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$238
Thu 2/132:30 pmJFK - BFL
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/185:33 amBFL - JFK
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$391
Fri 8/296:30 amLGA - BFL
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:29 amBFL - LGA
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$408
Fri 1/247:59 amEWR - BFL
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/262:14 pmBFL - EWR
1 stop8h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$558

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Locate flights to Bakersfield that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

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New YorkBakersfield

LGA - BFL

LGABFL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 2/1

7:16 am-1:08 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 2/5

12:52 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$238

NewarkBakersfield

EWR - BFL

EWRBFL

Newark

Sat 2/1

6:20 am-12:01 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 2/5

4:30 pm-5:34 am

1 stop10h 04m

$238

New YorkBakersfield

JFK - BFL

JFKBFL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/13

2:30 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 2/18

5:33 am-4:59 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$391

New YorkBakersfield

LGA - BFL

LGABFL

New York LaGuardia

Thu 2/13

1:55 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop10h 11m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 2/18

5:33 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$453

NewarkBakersfield

EWR - BFL

EWRBFL

Newark

Thu 1/30

6:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 2/3

2:14 pm-1:16 am

1 stop8h 02m

$458

New YorkBakersfield

LGA - BFL

LGABFL

New York LaGuardia

Wed 2/12

7:16 am-1:08 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$169

New YorkBakersfield

JFK - BFL

JFKBFL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/2

6:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$213

New YorkBakersfield

LGA - BFL

LGABFL

New York LaGuardia

Sun 3/2

1:55 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$264

NewarkBakersfield

EWR - BFL

EWRBFL

Newark

Sun 3/2

6:15 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$264

NewarkBakersfield

EWR - BFL

EWRBFL

Newark

Sun 3/2

8:25 pm-11:55 am

2 stops18h 30m

$403

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/15

Compare providers for flights to Bakersfield

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 to Bakersfield in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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: Out of all of the providers offering Bakersfield flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Bakersfield flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for Bakersfield flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Bakersfield flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Bakersfield. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

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Travel insights for flights to Bakersfield

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How long is the flight to Bakersfield?

On average, a flight from New York to Bakersfield takes 8 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Bakersfield from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Bakersfield?

The cheapest airline flying from New York to Bakersfield is American Airlines.

Rainfall in Bakersfield by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bakersfield ranges from 0.0 - 1.2 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.2 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Bakersfield when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Bakersfield by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bakersfield, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Bakersfield

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bakersfield. 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 Bakersfield. Reviews last updated January 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines and United Airlines to Bakersfield have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

Best Time to Fly to Bakersfield, CA

The Off-peak season, generally during the first and last months of the year, are ideal times to visit as the weather is a pleasant 62 degrees Fahrenheit on average, and is also when most of the local events take place. Bakersfield is home to plenty of seasonal festivals throughout the year, which of course visitors welcome to take part. During the spring season, from mid-March to mid-June, the city is home to California’s Scottish Games and Clan Gatherings, celebrating the local Scottish heritage. There is also the Kern County Fair during mid to late September.

The ideal times to travel are around the US vacation period when many people typically spend time with family, such as Thanksgiving (late November), the New Year period, and the Spring Break period between March and April.

Getting around Bakersfield, CA

Bakersfield is a large transport hub in California, and visitors can enjoy easy rail, bus, and highway access. Three motorways cut through the city; State Routes 58, 99, and 178. Amtrak Railway Station can be found in the downtown and there are around 18 bus routes throughout the city operated by Golden Empire transit District. Guided tours, both on foot and by bus, are provided by the Bakersfield Convention and Visitors Bureau, and are the ideal way to experience an introduction to the area courtesy of trained guides. 

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Bakersfield?

    Most people fly into Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) if they book a flight to Bakersfield. Meadows Field is conveniently located just 4.7 mi from Bakersfield’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Bakersfield if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Bakersfield on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Bakersfield?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Bakersfield.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Bakersfield?

    Bakersfield Meadows Field is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Bakersfield. One-way flights to Bakersfield Meadows Field typically cost $390, while round-trip flights cost around $169.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Bakersfield?

    A round-trip flight to Bakersfield will typically cost around $229, however they can be found for as little as $169.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Bakersfield depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Bakersfield, San Francisco offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 11 minutes).

  • Does Bakersfield Meadows Field have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Bakersfield Meadows Field can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Bakersfield Meadows Field?

    Yes. Bakersfield Meadows Field has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Pet-Friendly Bakersfield Home 5 Mi to Downtown! is the closest property to Bakersfield Meadows Field (1.0 mi away from Bakersfield Meadows Field).

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