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Cheapest round-trip
$424
Typical prices: $483-$620
United Airlines
Tue 9/25Sat 9/29
BFL - SDF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$373
Typical prices: $424-$684
United Airlines
Mon 11/12
BFL - SDF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Bakersfield and Louisville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 25% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $552 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bakersfield to Louisville (BFL-SDF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Bakersfield to Louisville

Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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12:05 pm - 10:32 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:15 am - 3:33 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
13h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
$424United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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5:00 am - 2:22 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:24 pm - 9:01 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$448United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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5:00 am - 8:52 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SDF Louisville Intl
12h 52m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:24 pm - 9:01 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$454United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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5:00 am - 8:33 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SDF Louisville Intl
12h 33m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
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5:10 am - 11:36 amSDF  Louisville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
$459United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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5:00 am - 2:22 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SDF Louisville Intl
6h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:24 pm - 9:01 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$468United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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9:18 am - 11:22 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SDF Louisville Intl
11h 04m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
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6:00 am - 11:45 amSDF  Louisville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 45m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$509American Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21
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6:00 am - 5:40 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SDF Louisville Intl
8h 40m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:54 pm - 11:15 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
11h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$529American Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:00 am - 6:08 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SDF Louisville Intl
9h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:10 pm - 8:21 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$548American Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:00 am - 6:08 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SDF Louisville Intl
9h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:10 pm - 11:29 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 19m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$554American Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Mon, Dec 21
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10:00 am - 9:15 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SDF Louisville Intl
8h 15m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:54 pm - 11:15 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
11h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$565American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Bakersfield to Louisville flights

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

Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Louisville start at $424. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $483 to $620. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $424 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Bakersfield to Louisville flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$373
Flight from Bakersfield to Louisville

When to book flights from Bakersfield to Louisville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bakersfield to Louisville 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 Louisville 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 Louisville?

    Flights from Bakersfield to Louisville usually depart from Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) and arrive at Louisville Intl (SDF).

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Bakersfield to Louisville most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 40% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    On the Bakersfield to Louisville route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 59%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $487 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,182: a $695 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Louisville?

    Some of the most popular sights in Louisville are Louisville Waterfront Park and Masonic Widows and Orphans Home. These are among the most viewed places in Louisville on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Bakersfield to Louisville?

    A nonstop flight from Bakersfield to Louisville takes 0h 00m, covering 1,842 miles.

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

    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 Louisville 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 $424 to $995. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Bakersfield to Louisville are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $482, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 34m, compared with 7h 47m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Louisville?

    Louisville is 3 hours ahead of Bakersfield (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Louisville Intl Airport (SDF)?

    Louisville Intl Airport (SDF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Louisville range from $483 to $620, with an average of $520 over the past 12 months. Anything below $483 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Bakersfield to Louisville 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $487 - about $695 less than Monday (59% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bakersfield to Louisville trip for September. Fares historically average $389 round-trip in that month - typically $509 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Louisville Intl Airport.
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Louisville Airport Fair and Expo Center
    - Best Western Louisville Airport Expo
    - Baymont by Wyndham Louisville Airport South

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