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

Flights from Bakersfield to Seattle usually depart from Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) and arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

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

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

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

Connecting flights from Bakersfield to Seattle most commonly pass through: • San Francisco (SFO) - 88% of one-stop connections • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 12% 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 Seattle?

On the Bakersfield to Seattle route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 41%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $328 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $553: a $225 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Seattle?

Some of the most popular sights in Seattle are Pike Place Market, Lumen Field and Space Needle. These are among the most viewed places in Seattle on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Bakersfield to Seattle?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Bakersfield to Seattle. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 24m and 6h 46m in total, depending on the connection.

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

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 Seattle 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 $328 to $1,007. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Bakersfield to Seattle are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $305, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 24m, compared with 6h 46m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

What car rental options are available at Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA)?

Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include: • Fox • Europcar • Thrifty • Budget • Dollar

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

Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Seattle range from $352 to $497, with an average of $413 over the past 12 months. Anything below $352 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Bakersfield to Seattle?

American Airlines ($328) and United Airlines ($328) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Bakersfield to Seattle according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Bakersfield to Seattle?

San Francisco (SFO) is the most popular layover for the Bakersfield to Seattle route. 88% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via SFO.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Bakersfield to Seattle?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $429. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

San Francisco (SFO) had the shortest average connection time for Bakersfield to Seattle layovers at 216 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Bakersfield to Seattle

Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25

7:14 am - 12:23 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5h 09m1 stop San Francisco

6:00 am - 11:36 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 36m1 stop Los Angeles

$328United Airlines

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4:20 pm - 9:01 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4h 41m1 stop San Francisco

9:05 am - 3:32 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 27m1 stop San Francisco

$328United Airlines

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12:54 pm - 8:44 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 11:58 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$328American Airlines

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2:18 pm - 7:09 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4h 51m1 stop Los Angeles

3:35 pm - 10:49 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 14m1 stop San Francisco

$328United Airlines

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4:07 pm - 11:26 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 19m1 stop San Francisco

9:05 am - 3:26 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 21m1 stop San Francisco

$328United Airlines

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4:22 pm - 11:18 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6h 56m1 stop San Francisco

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7h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

$328United Airlines

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7:30 am - 12:20 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4h 50m1 stop San Francisco

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7h 14m1 stop San Francisco

$328United Airlines

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2:25 pm - 9:58 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 33m1 stop Los Angeles

7:00 am - 1:32 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 32m1 stop San Francisco

$328United Airlines

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2:25 pm - 9:58 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 33m1 stop Los Angeles

5:35 pm - 11:58 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 23m1 stop San Francisco

$328United Airlines

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12:37 pm - 8:53 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

3:10 pm - 10:38 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 28m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$343American Airlines

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Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

5:00 am - 1:21 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8h 21m1 stop Denver Intl

9:05 am - 3:26 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 21m1 stop San Francisco

$388United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

2:03 pm - 11:27 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9h 24m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

1:22 pm - 7:49 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 27m1 stop San Francisco

$394United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29

9:18 am - 5:34 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

11:22 am - 7:27 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$428American Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29

9:18 am - 5:34 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

11:22 am - 7:27 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$462American Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29

6:32 am - 1:49 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 17m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 11:45 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$467American Airlines

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2:03 pm - 11:27 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9h 24m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

9:05 am - 3:33 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 28m1 stop San Francisco

$474United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29

10:04 am - 2:22 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4h 18m1 stop San Francisco

6:30 am - 11:17 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

4h 47m1 stop Los Angeles

$498United Airlines

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2:03 pm - 11:27 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9h 24m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

6:30 am - 11:17 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

4h 47m1 stop Los Angeles

$504United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29

10:04 am - 2:22 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4h 18m1 stop San Francisco

6:30 am - 11:17 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

4h 47m1 stop Los Angeles

$518United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29

2:03 pm - 11:27 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9h 24m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

6:30 am - 11:17 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

4h 47m1 stop Los Angeles

$524United Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Bakersfield to Seattle flights

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

Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Seattle start at $328. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $352 to $497. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $328 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bakersfield to Seattle, it is 21% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 33% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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High season	August
Cheapest flight	$278

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When to book flights from Bakersfield to Seattle

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bakersfield to Seattle based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Bakersfield to Seattle?
Flights from Bakersfield to Seattle usually depart from Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) and arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bakersfield to Seattle?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bakersfield to Seattle.
Which airports do connecting flights from Bakersfield to Seattle pass through?
Connecting flights from Bakersfield to Seattle most commonly pass through:

• San Francisco (SFO) - 88% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 12% 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 Seattle?
On the Bakersfield to Seattle route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 41%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $328 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $553: a $225 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Seattle?
Some of the most popular sights in Seattle are Pike Place Market, Lumen Field and Space Needle. These are among the most viewed places in Seattle on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Bakersfield to Seattle?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Bakersfield to Seattle. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 24m and 6h 46m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Bakersfield to Seattle?
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 Seattle 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 $328 to $1,007. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Bakersfield to Seattle looking right now?
One-way fares from Bakersfield to Seattle are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $305, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Bakersfield to Seattle?
Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 24m, compared with 6h 46m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).
What car rental options are available at Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA)?
Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Fox
• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Budget
• Dollar
How much should I expect to pay for a Bakersfield to Seattle flight?
Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Seattle range from $352 to $497, with an average of $413 over the past 12 months. Anything below $352 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $328 - about $225 less than Monday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bakersfield to Seattle trip for February. Fares historically average $368 round-trip in that month - typically $222 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport.
- Seattle Airport Marriott
- Coast Gateway Hotel
- Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

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