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Cheapest round-trip
$388
Typical prices: $398-$536
American Airlines
Mon 12/10Thu 12/13
BFL - PHL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$194
Typical prices: $347-$477
American Airlines
Fri 12/28
BFL - PHL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Bakersfield and Philadelphia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 23% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $524 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 8h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bakersfield to Philadelphia (BFL-PHL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Bakersfield to Philadelphia

Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 10:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-PHL Philadelphia
7h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:48 pm - 11:31 pmPHL  Philadelphia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 43m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$388American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 3:46 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-PHL Philadelphia
7h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:32 pmPHL  Philadelphia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 32m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco
$394United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 6:51 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-PHL Philadelphia
10h 51m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:53 am - 8:18 pmPHL  Philadelphia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
12h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
$399United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
9:59 am - 9:03 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-PHL Philadelphia
8h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:27 am - 3:31 pmPHL  Philadelphia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$468American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:58 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-PHL Philadelphia
9h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 5:23 pmPHL  Philadelphia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$468American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 3:46 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-PHL Philadelphia
7h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:16 pm - 9:01 pmPHL  Philadelphia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$474United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
United Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 9:49 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-PHL Philadelphia
14h 27m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 9:01 pmPHL  Philadelphia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$474United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:51 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-PHL Philadelphia
8h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:34 pm - 8:23 pmPHL  Philadelphia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$478American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 11:25 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-PHL Philadelphia
12h 55m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:16 pm - 9:01 pmPHL  Philadelphia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$479United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
9:59 am - 10:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-PHL Philadelphia
10h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:20 pmPHL  Philadelphia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$518American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Bakersfield to Philadelphia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Philadelphia typically range from $398 to $536. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $388, on American Airlines.

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Key details for Bakersfield to Philadelphia flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$194
Beat the crowds with an average 85% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 130% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Bakersfield to Philadelphia

When to book flights from Bakersfield to Philadelphia

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Bakersfield to Philadelphia?

    A nonstop flight from Bakersfield to Philadelphia takes 00m, covering 2,391 miles.

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

    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 Philadelphia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Philadelphia range from $398 to $536, with an average of $488 over the past 12 months. Anything below $398 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Bakersfield to Philadelphia 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 $388 to $2,280. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Bakersfield to Philadelphia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $513, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Philadelphia Airport (PHL)?

    Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $69 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Payless
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Bakersfield to Philadelphia usually depart from Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) and arrive at Philadelphia (PHL).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 95% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Bakersfield to Philadelphia. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $448 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $935, a difference of $487.

    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 Philadelphia?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 07m, compared with 8h 15m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 9h via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Philadelphia?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Philadelphia?

    Some of the most popular sights in Philadelphia are Philadelphia Convention Center, Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Philadelphia on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Bakersfield to Philadelphia flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $448, about $487 less than Monday fares (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bakersfield to Philadelphia trip for August. Fares historically average $378 round-trip in that month - typically $179 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Philadelphia Airport.

    • Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport
    • Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
    • Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

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