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).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Austin to Bakersfield.

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) - 79% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 19% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 53% on the Austin to Bakersfield route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $338 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $708, a difference of $370. 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 long is a flight from Austin to Bakersfield?

A nonstop flight from Austin to Bakersfield takes 0h 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.

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 $328 to $1,334. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $399.

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 21m, compared with 6h 05m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 26m via San Francisco (SFO).

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.

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 starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include: · Budget · Dollar · Enterprise Rent-A-Car · Avis · Hertz

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

Round-trip flights from Austin to Bakersfield range from $318 to $492, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Austin to Bakersfield?

American Airlines ($328) and United Airlines ($418) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Austin to Bakersfield according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Austin to Bakersfield?

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) is the most popular layover for the Austin to Bakersfield route. 79% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via PHX.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Austin to Bakersfield?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $393. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Austin to Bakersfield which airport offers the shortest layover?

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for Austin to Bakersfield layovers at 196 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 1

4:29 pm - 8:04 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 1:30 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom

5h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$328American Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

4:29 pm - 8:04 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:10 am - 1:23 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom

5h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$328American Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 12

6:46 pm - 11:29 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 43m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 3:30 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom

7h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$328American Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 1

6:00 am - 11:48 amAUS Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 1:30 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom

5h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$334American Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 1

11:29 am - 6:30 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 01m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

9:59 am - 5:24 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom

5h 25m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$334American Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

5:00 am - 11:48 amAUS Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:10 am - 1:23 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom

5h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$334American Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 11

8:49 am - 3:27 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 38m1 stop San Francisco

4:12 pm - 12:05 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom

5h 53m1 stop San Francisco

$418United Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26

1:35 pm - 7:49 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 14m1 stop San Francisco

6:05 am - 1:14 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom

5h 09m1 stop Los Angeles

$418United Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 11

5:45 pm - 11:42 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 57m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles

4:12 pm - 12:05 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom

5h 53m1 stop San Francisco

$424United Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26

5:30 am - 3:26 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

11h 56m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

6:05 am - 1:14 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-AUS Austin Bergstrom

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

Round-trip flights from Austin to Bakersfield start at $328. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $318 to $492. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $328 on American Airlines.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Bakersfield, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 65% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Bakersfield?

December is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Bakersfield at $258 round-trip.
September ($708) and February ($492) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 174% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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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).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Austin to Bakersfield?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Austin to Bakersfield.
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) - 79% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Austin to Bakersfield?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 53% on the Austin to Bakersfield route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $338 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $708, a difference of $370. 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 long is a flight from Austin to Bakersfield?
A nonstop flight from Austin to Bakersfield takes 0h 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.
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 $328 to $1,334. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $399.
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 21m, compared with 6h 05m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 26m via San Francisco (SFO).
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.
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 starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Budget
· Dollar
· Enterprise Rent-A-Car
· Avis
· Hertz
How much should I expect to pay for a Austin to Bakersfield flight?
Round-trip flights from Austin to Bakersfield range from $318 to $492, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $338 - about $370 less than Monday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Austin to Bakersfield trip for December. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $450 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport.
- La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bakersfield Airport By IHG
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield North/Airport

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