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$236+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Bakersfield (BFL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BFL
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Bakersfield

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$268
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$236
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$302
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Bakersfield
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Fri 5/26:00 amLAX - BFL
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/96:15 amBFL - LAX
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$268

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

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Irvine

Fly to

Bakersfield

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Fri 5/2

6:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 5/9

6:15 am-10:39 am

1 stop4h 24m

$268

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Sat 5/3

8:40 am-9:02 am

1 stop24h 22m

$236

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Sat 5/3

10:40 am-12:11 pm

2 stops25h 31m

$354

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Deals found on 4/3

Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Bakersfield

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Bakersfield (average of $368). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to BFL?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 April 4, 2025.

When flying from Irvine to Bakersfield, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 April 4, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine 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 Irvine?

    Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL), located 4.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Irvine to Bakersfield. 1 airline have flights to Meadows Field from Irvine on a regular basis. Booking flights from Irvine to Bakersfield Meadows Field should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Irvine per day.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine 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 Irvine to Bakersfield?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Bakersfield (average of $368). Flying from Irvine 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 Irvine to Bakersfield

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Irvine to Bakersfield. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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