BFL - RDU

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Cheapest round-trip
$349
Typical prices: $390-$569
American Airlines
Tue 10/2Sat 10/6
BFL - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$373
Typical prices: $377-$631
United Airlines
Sat 9/8
BFL - RDU • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Bakersfield and Raleigh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 37% price drop
January
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $409 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 7h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh (BFL-RDU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Bakersfield to Raleigh

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 11:25 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 11:48 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 23m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$349American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 11:25 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:08 am - 6:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
13h 22m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$355American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 11:25 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:39 am - 6:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 51m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$374American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 11:25 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:29 pm - 6:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 01m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$392American Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 8:24 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 09m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
4:23 pm - 8:43 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$426United Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 9:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 44m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
4:23 pm - 8:43 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$432United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 11:05 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 1:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$440United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 11:05 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 8:42 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
12h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$465United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Bakersfield to Raleigh flights

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

Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh start at $349. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $390 to $569. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Bakersfield to Raleigh flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$349
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 37% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh

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Your Bakersfield to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

    Flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh usually depart from Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

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

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 14% 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 Raleigh?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 44% on the Bakersfield to Raleigh route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $340 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $601, a difference of $261. 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 Raleigh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Lenovo Center, Raleigh Convention Center and Crabtree Valley Mall. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Bakersfield to Raleigh?

    A nonstop flight from Bakersfield to Raleigh takes 0h 00m, covering 2,243 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Bakersfield to Raleigh:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    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 Raleigh 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 $349 to $1,848. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Bakersfield to Raleigh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $418, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 33m, compared with 7h 50m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 8h 58m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Raleigh?

    Raleigh 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 Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty
    · Hertz
    · Alamo
    · Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh range from $390 to $569, with an average of $494 over the past 12 months. Anything below $390 counts as a good deal.

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Raleigh (RDU)