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

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

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

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

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

One-stop flights from Bakersfield to Austin most commonly connect through: • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 80% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 7% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Bakersfield to Austin. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $313 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $498, a difference of $185. 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 Austin?

Some of the most popular sights in Austin are Sixth Street, University of Texas at Austin and ACL Live at The Moody Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Austin on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Bakersfield to Austin?

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

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

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 Austin 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 $348 to $1,422. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Bakersfield to Austin are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $444, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 20m, compared with 5h 56m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 14m via Denver Intl (DEN).

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Austin?

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

What car rental options are available at Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS)?

Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Hertz • Fox • Easirent • Thrifty

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

Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Austin range from $313 to $464, with an average of $379 over the past 12 months. Anything below $313 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Austin typically range from $313 to $464. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $348, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bakersfield to Austin. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 31% higher.

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

•January and February are the cheapest months to fly from Bakersfield to Austin at $278 round-trip. •July ($578) and November ($536) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

American Airlines ($348) and United Airlines ($348) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Bakersfield to Austin according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) is the most popular layover for the Bakersfield to Austin route. 80% 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 Bakersfield to Austin?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $278. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for Bakersfield to Austin layovers at 3h 14m over the past 3 months.

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How much is a round-trip flight from Bakersfield to Austin? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Bakersfield to Austin departing in december.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bakersfield to Austin?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bakersfield to Austin. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 31% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Bakersfield to Austin? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Austin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January and February are the cheapest months to fly from Bakersfield to Austin at $278 round-trip.
•July ($578) and November ($536) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bakersfield to Austin?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bakersfield to Austin.
How long is a flight from Bakersfield to Austin?
A nonstop flight from Bakersfield to Austin takes 00m, covering 1,290 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Bakersfield to Austin?
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 Bakersfield to Austin flight?
Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Austin range from $313 to $464, with an average of $379 over the past 12 months. Anything below $313 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Bakersfield to Austin 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 $348 to $1,422. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Bakersfield to Austin looking right now?
One-way fares from Bakersfield to Austin are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $444, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS)?
Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Hertz
• Fox
• Easirent
• Thrifty
Which airports can I use when flying from Bakersfield to Austin?
Flights from Bakersfield to Austin usually depart from Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) and arrive at Austin Bergstrom (AUS).
Which airports do connecting flights from Bakersfield to Austin pass through?
One-stop flights from Bakersfield to Austin most commonly connect through:

• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 80% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bakersfield to Austin?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Bakersfield to Austin. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $313 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $498, a difference of $185.

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 Bakersfield to Austin?
Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 20m, compared with 5h 56m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 14m via Denver Intl (DEN).
What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Austin?
Austin is 2 hours ahead of Bakersfield (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Austin?
Some of the most popular sights in Austin are Sixth Street, University of Texas at Austin and ACL Live at The Moody Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Austin on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $313, about $185 less than Monday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bakersfield to Austin trip for January. Fares historically average $278 round-trip in that month - typically $300 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Austin Bergstrom Airport.

• Hyatt Place Austin Airport
• Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham Austin Airport
• Hilton Austin Airport

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