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) - 45% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 27% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 23% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $418 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $675, a difference of $257. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Raleigh Convention Center, Lenovo Center and NC State Fairgrounds. 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 00m, covering 2,243 miles.

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 $380 to $2,055. 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 $491, which is 30% 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 46m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 49m via San Francisco (SFO).

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 averaging $61 for economy cars. Top options include: • Hertz • Dollar • Thrifty • Alamo • Budget

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

Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh range from $455 to $569, with an average of $518 over the past 12 months. Anything below $455 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh typically range from $455 to $569. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $380, on American Airlines.

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

American Airlines ($380) and United Airlines ($500) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Bakersfield to Raleigh according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) is the most popular layover for the Bakersfield to Raleigh route. 45% 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 Raleigh?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $409. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for Bakersfield to Raleigh layovers at 4h 11m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27

6:00 am - 3:59 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:14 pm - 7:31 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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6:00 am - 3:52 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham

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6:00 am - 3:33 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

12h 33m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$385American Airlines

Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27

6:00 am - 3:59 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:14 pm - 10:12 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 58m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$386American Airlines

Thu, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 15

6:00 am - 3:38 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:00 am - 12:01 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 01m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$388American Airlines

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12:41 pm - 10:58 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham

7h 17m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

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8h 01m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

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6:00 am - 6:33 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham

9h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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10h 09m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

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9:59 am - 10:42 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham

9h 43m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 3:33 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

12h 33m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$390American Airlines

Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27

10:09 am - 11:57 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham

10h 48m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

11:37 am - 10:12 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

13h 35m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$391American Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13

5:00 am - 2:56 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 56m1 stop Denver Intl

8:08 am - 1:41 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 33m1 stop Denver Intl

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6:15 am - 7:05 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham

9h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4:03 pm - 9:24 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 21m1 stop Denver Intl

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh.
How long is a flight from Bakersfield to Raleigh?
A nonstop flight from Bakersfield to Raleigh takes 00m, covering 2,243 miles.
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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Bakersfield to Raleigh flight?
Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh range from $455 to $569, with an average of $518 over the past 12 months. Anything below $455 counts as a good deal.
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 $380 to $2,055. 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 $491, which is 30% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?
Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $61 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Alamo
• Budget
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).
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) - 45% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 23% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 5% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $418 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $675, a difference of $257.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
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 46m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 49m via San Francisco (SFO).
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 popular places can I visit in Raleigh?
Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Raleigh Convention Center, Lenovo Center and NC State Fairgrounds. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $418, about $257 less than Thursday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bakersfield to Raleigh trip for January. Fares historically average $309 round-trip in that month - typically $294 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Raleigh-Durham Airport.

• Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
• Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
• Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek

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