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Cheapest round-trip
$368
Typical prices: $368-$528
American Airlines
Mon 12/24Mon 12/31
BNA - BFL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$373
Typical prices: $373-$483
American Airlines
Mon 11/5
BNA - BFL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Nashville and Bakersfield. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 26% price drop
November
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $421 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nashville to Bakersfield (BNA-BFL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Nashville to Bakersfield

Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 8:04 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 5:16 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-BNA Nashville Intl
9h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:00 am - 3:37 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
11h 37m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 5:16 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-BNA Nashville Intl
9h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$345American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:37 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 37m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:50 pm - 11:49 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 59m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$350American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
3:13 pm - 8:17 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:11 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$368American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:36 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 36m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:11 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$374American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
6:47 am - 12:13 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 26m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:50 am - 2:21 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$403American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 3:36 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 06m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:50 am - 2:21 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$409American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
12:52 pm - 8:17 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
9h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:54 pm - 11:23 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 29m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$409American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
2:18 pm - 9:01 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 43m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 1:11 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$434United Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 14
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8:00 am - 1:32 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 32m1 stop San Francisco
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5:00 am - 1:20 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$434United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Nashville to Bakersfield flights

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

Round-trip flights from Nashville to Bakersfield typically range from $368 to $528. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $368, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nashville to Bakersfield. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Bakersfield?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Bakersfield at $330 round-trip.
•June ($608) and April ($550) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 84% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Nashville to Bakersfield flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$368
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Nashville to Bakersfield

When to book flights from Nashville to Bakersfield

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Your Nashville to Bakersfield flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Nashville to Bakersfield?

    A nonstop flight from Nashville to Bakersfield takes 00m, covering 1,806 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nashville 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 Nashville to Bakersfield flight?

    Round-trip flights from Nashville to Bakersfield range from $368 to $528, with an average of $444 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Nashville 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 $368 to $1,533. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Nashville to Bakersfield are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $443, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 Nashville to Bakersfield?

    Flights from Nashville to Bakersfield usually depart from Nashville Intl (BNA) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 19% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Nashville to Bakersfield. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $348 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $550, a difference of $202.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 47m, compared with 6h 57m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 12m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Nashville and Bakersfield?

    Bakersfield is 2 hours behind Nashville (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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