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

Flights from Miami to Bakersfield usually depart from Miami (MIA) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).

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

One-stop flights from Miami to Bakersfield most commonly connect through: • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 50% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 40% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Miami to Bakersfield. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $398 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $724, a difference of $326. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Miami to Bakersfield?

A nonstop flight from Miami to Bakersfield takes 00m, covering 2,381 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Miami 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 Miami 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 $388 to $946. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 40m, compared with 8h 34m via San Francisco (SFO) and 8h 51m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

What is the time difference between Miami and Bakersfield?

Bakersfield is 3 hours behind Miami (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

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

Round-trip flights from Miami to Bakersfield range from $488 to $557, with an average of $546 over the past 12 months. Anything below $488 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Miami to Bakersfield typically range from $488 to $557. 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 Miami to Bakersfield?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Miami to Bakersfield. It’s 28% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

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

American Airlines ($388) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Miami to Bakersfield in the last 5 days.

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

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) is the most popular layover for the Miami to Bakersfield route. 50% 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 Miami to Bakersfield?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $488. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for Miami to Bakersfield layovers at 4h 19m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14

10:50 am - 3:31 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 41m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:50 pm - 11:59 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

8h 09m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$388American Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14

10:50 am - 3:31 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

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9:59 am - 9:49 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

8h 50m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

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Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14

8:00 am - 3:31 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

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9:59 am - 11:16 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

10h 17m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$399American Airlines

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7:30 am - 11:48 amMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

7:12 pm - 5:10 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

6h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$428American Airlines

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5:20 am - 11:48 amMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

7:12 pm - 6:32 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

8h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$434American Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

3:30 pm - 8:04 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:50 pm - 11:59 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

8h 09m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$468American Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

8:20 am - 3:37 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 17m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

9:59 am - 8:00 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

7h 01m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$474American Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

8:20 am - 3:37 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 17m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

9:59 am - 12:05 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

11h 06m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$479American Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 15

10:50 am - 3:31 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 41m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

7:12 pm - 6:32 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

8h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$518American Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

9:10 am - 3:31 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 21m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

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How much is a round-trip flight from Miami to Bakersfield? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Miami to Bakersfield departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Miami to Bakersfield?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Miami to Bakersfield. It’s 28% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

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How long is a flight from Miami to Bakersfield?
A nonstop flight from Miami to Bakersfield takes 00m, covering 2,381 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Miami 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Miami to Bakersfield flight?
Round-trip flights from Miami to Bakersfield range from $488 to $557, with an average of $546 over the past 12 months. Anything below $488 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Miami 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 $388 to $946. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
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
Which airports can I use when flying from Miami to Bakersfield?
Flights from Miami to Bakersfield usually depart from Miami (MIA) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).
Which airports do connecting flights from Miami to Bakersfield pass through?
One-stop flights from Miami to Bakersfield most commonly connect through:

• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 50% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 40% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Miami to Bakersfield?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Miami to Bakersfield. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $398 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $724, a difference of $326.

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 Miami to Bakersfield?
Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 40m, compared with 8h 34m via San Francisco (SFO) and 8h 51m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
What is the time difference between Miami and Bakersfield?
Bakersfield is 3 hours behind Miami (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $398, about $326 less than Saturday fares (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
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
• Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield North/Airport
• Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bakersfield Airport By IHG

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