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Cheapest round-trip
$348
Typical prices: $363-$570
American Airlines
Tue 9/18Tue 9/25
MSP - BFL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Minneapolis and Bakersfield. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 31% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $475 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Bakersfield (MSP-BFL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Bakersfield

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
American Airlines Logo
7:34 am - 11:45 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:32 am - 1:54 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 22m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$348American Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25
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2:44 pm - 6:02 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
5h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:45 pm - 10:02 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
7h 17m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$348American Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 8:43 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
11h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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5:10 am - 12:35 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$354United Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25
American Airlines Logo
2:44 pm - 6:02 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
5h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:45 pm - 12:22 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
9h 37m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$354American Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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7:46 pm - 8:48 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
15h 02m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:45 pm - 12:22 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
9h 37m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$384American Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25
American Airlines Logo
7:46 pm - 8:48 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
15h 02m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:45 pm - 12:22 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
9h 37m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$411American Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 1:19 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:10 am - 12:35 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$418United Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 8
American Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 6:20 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
5h 25m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 2:00 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$418American Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 1:19 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:10 am - 5:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
10h 49m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$424United Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:20 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
14h 20m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:39 am - 9:07 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
9h 28m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$429American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Bakersfield flights

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

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Bakersfield start at $348. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $363 to $570. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $348 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Bakersfield, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 157% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Minneapolis to Bakersfield flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$348
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 23% increase in price.
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Your Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Bakersfield?

    Flights from Minneapolis to Bakersfield usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).

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

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

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 6% 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 Minneapolis to Bakersfield?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 70% on the Minneapolis to Bakersfield route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $363 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,194, a difference of $831. 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 Minneapolis to Bakersfield?

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Bakersfield takes 0h 00m, covering 1,503 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Minneapolis to Bakersfield?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Minneapolis to Bakersfield:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 $348 to $760. 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 Minneapolis to Bakersfield?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 53m, compared with 6h 03m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 59m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Bakersfield?

    Bakersfield is 2 hours behind Minneapolis (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 Minneapolis to Bakersfield flight?

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Bakersfield range from $363 to $570, with an average of $463 over the past 12 months. Anything below $363 counts as a good deal.

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Bakersfield (BFL)