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Cheapest round-trip
$308
Typical prices: $293-$413
United Airlines
Sun 11/4Sat 11/10
BFL - ABQ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$278
Typical prices: $371-$474
American Airlines
Sun 11/4
BFL - ABQ • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Bakersfield and Albuquerque. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 21% price drop
December
Most popular
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San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $298 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 4h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bakersfield to Albuquerque (BFL-ABQ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Bakersfield to Albuquerque

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:30 am - 2:05 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 35m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
4:14 pm - 10:13 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 59m1 stop San Francisco
$308United Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 9:11 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 56m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 10:38 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
4h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$328American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:17 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 17m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:58 pm - 11:29 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
5h 31m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$328American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 2:05 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 35m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 10:13 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 03m1 stop San Francisco
$328United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
9:59 am - 3:03 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:27 pm - 3:31 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
4h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$328American Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
6:32 am - 11:06 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 8:48 amABQ  Albuquerque-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
3h 38m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$338American Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
American Airlines Logo
6:32 am - 11:06 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 8:48 amABQ  Albuquerque-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
3h 38m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$338American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:11 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:58 pm - 11:58 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$373American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 6:13 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 23m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:33 pm - 6:40 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
4h 07m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$373American Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 8:58 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:11 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$388United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Bakersfield to Albuquerque flights

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

Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Albuquerque start at $308. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $293 to $413. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $308 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Bakersfield to Albuquerque flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$278
Most popular time to fly with an average 78% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Bakersfield to Albuquerque

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bakersfield to Albuquerque based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Bakersfield to Albuquerque flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Bakersfield to Albuquerque usually depart from Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) and arrive at Albuquerque (ABQ).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 84% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 4% 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 Bakersfield to Albuquerque?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 61% on the Bakersfield to Albuquerque route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $259 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $664, a difference of $405. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Albuquerque?

    Some of the most popular sights in Albuquerque are Old Town, Albuquerque Convention Center and Expo New Mexico. These are among the most viewed places in Albuquerque on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Bakersfield to Albuquerque?

    A nonstop flight from Bakersfield to Albuquerque takes 0h 00m, covering 702 miles.

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

    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 Bakersfield to Albuquerque 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 $308 to $955. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Bakersfield to Albuquerque are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $360, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 42m, compared with 6h 48m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 08m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Albuquerque?

    Albuquerque is 1 hour ahead of Bakersfield (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)?

    Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Albuquerque range from $293 to $413, with an average of $373 over the past 12 months. Anything below $293 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Bakersfield to Albuquerque flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $259 - about $405 less than Tuesday (61% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bakersfield to Albuquerque trip for January. Fares historically average $293 round-trip in that month - typically $371 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Albuquerque Airport.
    - Best Western Airport Albuquerque Inn Suites Hotel & Suites
    - Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport
    - Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport

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