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Cheapest round-trip
$383
Typical prices: $304-$488
United Airlines
Mon 11/19Thu 11/22
AUS - BFL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$174
Typical prices: $338-$534
American Airlines
Thu 12/20
AUS - BFL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Austin and Bakersfield. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 41% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Los Angeles (LAX)
Cheapest • Avg $323 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Austin to Bakersfield (AUS-BFL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Austin to Bakersfield

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
7:07 am - 11:36 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 29m1 stop Los Angeles
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4:22 pm - 11:58 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 36m1 stop San Francisco
$383United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 11:36 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 21m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 11:58 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 36m1 stop San Francisco
$389United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
12:31 pm - 3:31 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
5h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:56 am - 7:42 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 46m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$418American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
7:07 am - 11:36 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 29m1 stop Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 11:58 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 36m1 stop San Francisco
$418United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
11:46 am - 5:23 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 10:57 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom
8h 07m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$424American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 11:36 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 21m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 11:58 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 36m1 stop San Francisco
$424United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:31 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
11h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 10:57 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom
8h 07m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$429American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:20 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
5h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 9:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 09m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$450American Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
United Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 7:39 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 29m1 stop San Francisco
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7:03 am - 5:53 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom
8h 50m1 stop San Francisco
$458United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 11
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4:49 pm - 9:24 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 3:34 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 19m1 stop Los Angeles
$458United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Austin to Bakersfield flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Austin to Bakersfield?

Round-trip flights from Austin to Bakersfield typically range from $304 to $488. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $383, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Bakersfield?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Bakersfield. It’s 27% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 70% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Bakersfield?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Bakersfield at $244 round-trip.
•February ($492) and October ($488) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 101% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Austin to Bakersfield flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$174
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Austin to Bakersfield

When to book flights from Austin to Bakersfield

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Your Austin to Bakersfield flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Austin to Bakersfield?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Austin to Bakersfield:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Austin to Bakersfield?

    A nonstop flight from Austin to Bakersfield takes 00m, covering 1,290 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Austin to Bakersfield?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Austin to Bakersfield flight?

    Round-trip flights from Austin to Bakersfield range from $304 to $488, with an average of $411 over the past 12 months. Anything below $304 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Austin to Bakersfield changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $383 to $2,234. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Austin to Bakersfield looking right now?

    One-way fares from Austin to Bakersfield are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $368, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)?

    Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $64 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Hertz
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Austin to Bakersfield?

    Flights from Austin to Bakersfield usually depart from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Austin to Bakersfield pass through?

    One-stop flights from Austin to Bakersfield most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 61% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Austin to Bakersfield?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 57% on flights from Austin to Bakersfield. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $304 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $700, a difference of $396.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Austin to Bakersfield?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 22m, compared with 6h 05m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 08m via Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What is the time difference between Austin and Bakersfield?

    Bakersfield is 2 hours behind Austin (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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