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

Flights from Columbia to Bakersfield usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).

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

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

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

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 Columbia to Bakersfield 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 $449 to $1,051. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Columbia and Bakersfield?

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

What car rental options are available at Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)?

Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • Hertz

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Bakersfield

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

7:26 am - 6:30 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

14h 04m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

10:05 am - 10:44 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

9h 39m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$449American Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

12:31 pm - 6:30 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 59m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

5:56 am - 4:38 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$489American Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

7:26 am - 6:30 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

14h 04m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

10:05 am - 10:44 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

9h 39m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$494American Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

1:52 pm - 8:04 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:56 am - 4:38 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$528American Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

5:00 am - 11:48 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 48m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

5:56 am - 4:38 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$534American Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

1:52 pm - 8:04 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:56 am - 4:38 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

7h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$593American Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

2:40 pm - 11:42 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

12h 02m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles

6:15 am - 12:41 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

15h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$730United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

2:40 pm - 11:42 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

12h 02m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles

6:15 am - 12:41 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

15h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$752United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

2:40 pm - 11:42 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

12h 02m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles

6:15 am - 12:41 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

15h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$785United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

6:15 am - 11:42 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

20h 27m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Sacramento Intl Los Angeles

6:15 am - 12:41 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

15h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$921United Airlines

Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Bakersfield flights

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

American Airlines ($449) and United Airlines ($730) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Columbia to Bakersfield according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Columbia to Bakersfield?
Flights from Columbia to Bakersfield usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbia to Bakersfield?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbia to Bakersfield.
Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia to Bakersfield?
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 Columbia to Bakersfield 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 $449 to $1,051. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Columbia and Bakersfield?
Bakersfield is 3 hours behind Columbia (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)?
Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Budget
• Dollar
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• Hertz

If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport.
- La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bakersfield Airport By IHG
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield North/Airport

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