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$194+ Cheap flights from Riverside, 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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BFL
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Bakersfield

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riverside (R1V) 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 December 19, 2024.

Round-trip from

$208
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$194
(United Airlines)

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Cheapest in

January
From Riverside to Bakersfield Meadows Field
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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/2411:22 amLAX - BFL
1 stop10h 53mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/252:10 pmBFL - LAX
1 stop3h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$529

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 December 19, 2024.

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Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Thu 1/16

4:10 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 1/23

6:15 am-10:38 am

1 stop4h 23m

$208

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Thu 1/23

6:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$194

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Deals found on 12/17

Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Bakersfield

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Travel insights for flights from Riverside to Bakersfield

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Riverside to Bakersfield including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Bakersfield (average of $340). Flying from Riverside 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 R1V to BFL?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 December 19, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Riverside 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 December 19, 2024.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Riverside 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 Riverside?

    If you book a flight to Bakersfield from Riverside, you will be flying to Meadows Field, which is the city’s only airport. Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) is located 4.7 mi from the center of Bakersfield. There are 0 flights from Riverside to Meadows Field per day from 1 airline.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Bakersfield (average of $340). Flying from Riverside 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 Riverside to Bakersfield

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Riverside 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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