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$169+ Cheap flights from Bakersfield (BFL) to Salinas, CA, CA

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 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — SFO
أبريل 5 — أبريل 121
س 4/5
س 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Bakersfield to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bakersfield to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on مارس 31, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
ج 5/166:15 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
خ 5/229:15 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
ج 5/166:20 amBFL - SFO
1 stop16h 06mAmerican Airlines
خ 5/2212:04 pmSFO - BFL
1 stop10h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$553

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Bakersfield

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Salinas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

ج 5/16

6:15 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

خ 5/22

9:15 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$169

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

ج 5/16

6:20 am-10:26 pm

1 stop16h 06m

San Francisco

خ 5/22

12:04 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop10h 02m

$553

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

خ 4/24

2:09 pm-3:31 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$214

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Bakersfield to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 BFL to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Bakersfield to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated مارس 31, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Bakersfield to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Bakersfield to Salinas. 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 مارس 31, 2025.

The most flights from BFL to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Salinas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated مارس 31, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

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

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

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

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

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.

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

    Most people fly from Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) if they book a flight from Bakersfield to Salinas. On average, Meadows Field has 2 outbound flights to Salinas per day from 1 airline. Bakersfield Meadows Field is conveniently located just 4.7 mi from Bakersfield’s city center.

  • How popular is this Bakersfield to Salinas flight route?

    This flight path from Bakersfield Meadows Field to Salinas was viewed by 41 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Bakersfield to Salinas are SkyWest Airlines (84%), United Airlines (84%) and Air New Zealand (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Bakersfield to Salinas?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $129. While the most popular route (Bakersfield Meadows Field - San Francisco) can be booked for $169 on average our data indicates $1,024 when flying from Bakersfield to Salinas.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Bakersfield to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 Bakersfield to Salinas

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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