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Cheapest round-trip
$388
Typical prices: $497-$703
American Airlines
Sat 10/27Sat 11/3
BFL - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$383
Typical prices: $204-$451
United Airlines
Wed 10/17
BFL - DCA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Bakersfield and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 30% price drop
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San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $512 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bakersfield to Reagan-National (BFL-DCA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Bakersfield to Reagan-National

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
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6:10 am - 4:24 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:00 am - 5:23 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$388American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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10:04 am - 10:30 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 26m1 stop San Francisco
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7:28 am - 3:26 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 58m1 stop San Francisco
$388United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 4:24 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:20 am - 3:31 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 11m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$397American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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10:05 am - 11:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 54m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 11:48 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$421American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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5:56 am - 6:56 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:00 pm - 7:55 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$428American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 10:00 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 55m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:20 am - 3:31 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 11m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$432American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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5:56 am - 6:56 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:00 pm - 7:55 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$439American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Tue, Jan 5
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5:50 am - 6:47 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:43 pm - 8:17 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$441American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
American Airlines Logo
5:56 am - 6:56 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 7:55 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$441American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 3:04 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:59 pm - 11:59 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 00m1 stop San Francisco
$468United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport start at $388. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $497 to $703. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $388 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 125% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at $398 round-trip.
•December ($1,278) and February ($823) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 221% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$383
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 43% increase in price.
Flight from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

When to book flights from Bakersfield to Reagan-National

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bakersfield to Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport usually depart from Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 4% 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 63% on the Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $484 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,278, a difference of $794. 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 2,304 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 $1,004. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $845, which is 99% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 22m, compared with 7h 54m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 8h 22m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA)?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport range from $497 to $703, with an average of $568 over the past 12 months. Anything below $497 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $484 - about $794 less than Sunday (62% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $398 round-trip in that month - typically $880 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.
    - Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    - Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    - Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf

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