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Cheapest round-trip
$344
Typical prices: $339-$537
United Airlines
Sat 12/22Fri 12/28
IAH - BFL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$421
Typical prices: $409-$424
American Airlines
Sat 9/29
HOU - BFL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Houston and Bakersfield. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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IAH - BFL
Cheapest • 17% average savings
HOU - BFL
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September
Cheapest • 17% price drop
May
Most popular
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San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $387 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Bakersfield

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Houston to Bakersfield

Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Dec 28
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:42 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 42m1 stop Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
2:33 pm - 10:13 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 40m1 stop Los Angeles
$344United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 1:22 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:03 pm - 9:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 56m1 stop Los Angeles
$344United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 12:20 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:43 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
7h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$348American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
United Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 1:32 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 52m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
2:25 pm - 10:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 34m1 stop Los Angeles
$348United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:31 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:42 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$354American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:48 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 1:31 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 21m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$354American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 12:20 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 6:11 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
10h 11m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$354American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:31 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:11 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
10h 11m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
6:23 pm - 10:38 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 1:31 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 21m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$383American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
American Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 10:23 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 33m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 1:28 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$383American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Bakersfield flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Houston to Bakersfield with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Houston to Bakersfield start at $344. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $339 to $537. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $344 on United Airlines.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Bakersfield, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 68% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Bakersfield?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Bakersfield at $339 round-trip.
•January ($600) and May ($592) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 76% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Houston to Bakersfield flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$421
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 45% increase in price.
Flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Bakersfield

When to book flights from Houston to Bakersfield

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Your Houston to Bakersfield 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 Houston to Bakersfield?

    Flights from Houston to Bakersfield may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).

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

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

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 3% 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 Houston to Bakersfield?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the Houston to Bakersfield route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $377 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $690, a difference of $313. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Houston to Bakersfield?

    A nonstop flight from Houston to Bakersfield takes 0h 00m, covering 1,429 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston 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 Houston 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 $344 to $1,022. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Houston to Bakersfield are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $488, which is 15% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 35m, compared with 6h 54m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 31m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Houston and Bakersfield?

    Bakersfield is 2 hours behind Houston (Pacific Time vs Central 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

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

    Round-trip flights from Houston to Bakersfield range from $339 to $537, with an average of $409 over the past 12 months. Anything below $339 counts as a good deal.

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