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).

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

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

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 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 Miami to Bakersfield?

On the Miami to Bakersfield route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 46%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $398 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $724: a $326 difference. 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 0h 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 $412 to $2,109. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Miami to Bakersfield are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $587, which is 78% above the typical average for this route.

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 $506 over the past 12 months. Anything below $488 counts as a good deal.

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

American Airlines ($412) and United Airlines ($478) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Miami to Bakersfield according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is 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 259 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

3:30 pm - 8:37 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:18 am - 7:47 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

7h 29m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$412American Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

2:06 pm - 8:37 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:18 am - 11:18 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

11h 00m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$418American Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

2:06 pm - 10:23 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

11h 17m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

9:18 am - 11:18 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

11h 00m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$423American Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

3:52 pm - 8:43 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 51m1 stop Denver Intl

7:14 am - 8:58 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

10h 44m1 stop San Francisco

$478United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6

8:00 am - 3:26 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 26m1 stop San Francisco

9:54 am - 8:53 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

7h 59m1 stop San Francisco

$478United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6

8:02 am - 1:22 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

5:00 am - 3:55 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl

$478United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6

8:00 am - 3:26 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 26m1 stop San Francisco

5:00 am - 10:19 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

14h 19m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$524United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6

8:02 am - 1:22 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

5:00 am - 10:19 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

14h 19m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$524United Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28

11:10 am - 6:30 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:37 pm - 11:54 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

8h 17m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$746American Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28

2:00 pm - 8:04 pmMIA Miami-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:10 am - 6:51 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MIA Miami

9h 41m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas

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

Round-trip flights from Miami to Bakersfield start at $412. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $488 to $557. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $412 on American Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Miami to Bakersfield, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 43% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Cheapest flight	$373

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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).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Miami to Bakersfield?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Miami to Bakersfield.
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

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 Miami to Bakersfield?
On the Miami to Bakersfield route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 46%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $398 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $724: a $326 difference. 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 0h 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 $412 to $2,109. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Miami to Bakersfield looking right now?
One-way fares from Miami to Bakersfield are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $587, which is 78% above the typical average for this route.
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 $506 over the past 12 months. Anything below $488 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $398 - about $326 less than Saturday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Miami to Bakersfield trip for October. Fares historically average $328 round-trip in that month - typically $396 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bakersfield Airport By IHG
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield North/Airport

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