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$169+ Cheap flights from California to Bakersfield (BFL)

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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BFL
abr. 2 — abr. 91
mié. 4/2
mié. 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Bakersfield

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Bakersfield flight deals. Data was last updated marzo 28, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$169
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$268

Good round-trip deal

$229 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
sáb. 5/1010:50 amSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
sáb. 5/176:15 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$169
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
vie. 4/116:00 pmSAN - BFL
1 stop4h 41mUnited Airlines
mar. 4/156:15 amBFL - SAN
1 stop3h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$218
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
mié. 4/304:20 pmLAX - BFL
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
mar. 5/62:05 pmBFL - LAX
1 stop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
sáb. 4/127:25 amSNA - BFL
1 stop15h 16mUnited Airlines
lun. 4/146:15 amBFL - SNA
1 stop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$395
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
lun. 5/193:14 pmBUR - BFL
1 stop20h 57mUnited Airlines
vie. 5/232:08 pmBFL - BUR
1 stop18h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$420
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
sáb. 5/106:00 amSFO - BFL
1 stop16h 06mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 5/1712:40 pmBFL - SFO
2 stops11h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
vie. 4/116:27 pmSJC - BFL
1 stop26h 24mUnited Airlines
mar. 4/1512:56 pmBFL - SJC
1 stop28h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$565
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
lun. 3/311:20 pmONT - BFL
1 stop9h 21mUnited Airlines
mié. 4/22:09 pmBFL - ONT
1 stop8h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,083

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Bakersfield that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Bakersfield

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

sáb. 5/10

10:50 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

sáb. 5/17

6:15 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$169

San DiegoBakersfield

SAN - BFL

SANBFL

San Diego

vie. 4/11

6:00 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

mar. 4/15

6:15 am-9:51 am

1 stop3h 36m

$218

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

mié. 4/30

4:20 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

mar. 5/6

2:05 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop3h 52m

$268

Santa AnaBakersfield

SNA - BFL

SNABFL

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

sáb. 4/12

7:25 am-10:41 pm

1 stop15h 16m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

lun. 4/14

6:15 am-8:50 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$395

BurbankBakersfield

BUR - BFL

BURBFL

Burbank Bob Hope

lun. 5/19

3:14 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop20h 57m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

vie. 5/23

2:08 pm-8:25 am

1 stop18h 17m

$420

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

sáb. 5/10

6:00 am-10:06 pm

1 stop16h 06m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

sáb. 5/17

12:40 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops11h 18m

$527

San JoseBakersfield

SJC - BFL

SJCBFL

San Jose

vie. 4/11

6:27 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop26h 24m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

mar. 4/15

12:56 pm-5:31 pm

1 stop28h 35m

$565

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

lun. 6/30

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 55m

$194

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

jue. 4/24

10:50 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$199

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

sáb. 5/24

12:04 pm-11:52 am

1 stop23h 48m

$256

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Best time to book a flight from California to Bakersfield

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Bakersfield

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Bakersfield (average of $368). Flying from California to Bakersfield in June is currently the most expensive (average of $499). 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 CA to BFL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Bakersfield. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated marzo 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Bakersfield as you normally would.

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 marzo 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from California to Bakersfield. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Bakersfield. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 4.7 mi from the city center, Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Bakersfield from California.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Bakersfield?

    The most popular route from California to Bakersfield is San Francisco - Bakersfield Meadows Field. You may also consider Los Angeles - Bakersfield Meadows Field or San Diego - Bakersfield Meadows Field.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Bakersfield?

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Bakersfield (average of $368). Flying from California to Bakersfield in June is currently the most expensive (average of $499). 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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Top airline flying from California to Bakersfield

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$164Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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