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$188+ Cheap flights from Phoenix 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — BFL
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to Bakersfield

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) to Bakersfield (BFL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$360
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$188
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$454
From Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field
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Cheapest flights from Phoenix to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 5/108:40 pmPHX - BFL
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/1112:40 pmBFL - PHX
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 5/107:20 amPHX - BFL
1 stop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/112:05 pmBFL - PHX
1 stop7h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$439

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix to Bakersfield that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
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PhoenixBakersfield

PHX - BFL

PHXBFL

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/10

8:40 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 5/11

12:40 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$360

PhoenixBakersfield

PHX - BFL

PHXBFL

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/10

7:20 am-12:11 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 5/11

2:05 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$439

PhoenixBakersfield

PHX - BFL

PHXBFL

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/28

2:30 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$188

PhoenixBakersfield

PHX - BFL

PHXBFL

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/28

6:00 am-1:16 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$227

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Deals found on 3/29

Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Bakersfield

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Bakersfield from Phoenix with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Phoenix to Bakersfield

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix 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 March 31, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Phoenix to Bakersfield in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 6% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Phoenix to Bakersfield. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Phoenix to Bakersfield flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Bakersfield

Explore weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Bakersfield. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

The most flights from PH1 to BFL are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 March 31, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YVR - SFO

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YVR - SFO

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YVR - SFO

It was a good experience. The flight took 45 minutes longer to fly and all passengers had to wait inside the plane till the technical issue was fixed. Overall it was a good experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) if they book a flight to Bakersfield from Phoenix. On average, Meadows Field has 4 inbound flights from Phoenix per day from 1 airline. Bakersfield Meadows Field is conveniently located just 4.7 mi from Bakersfield’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Phoenix to Bakersfield is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $360 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $439. American Airlines is priced at 8% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

    Before booking your flight to Bakersfield from Phoenix, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Envoy Air (97%), American Airlines (80%), SkyWest Airlines( 75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $375. While the most popular route (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Bakersfield Meadows Field) can be booked for $439 on average our data indicates $457 when flying from Phoenix to Bakersfield.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$305Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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