Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Bakersfield?

Flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield.

Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield pass through?

Connecting flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield most commonly pass through: • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 83% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $343 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $658, a difference of $315. 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 New Orleans to Bakersfield?

A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Bakersfield takes 00m, covering 1,708 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 $438 to $1,922. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from New Orleans to Bakersfield looking right now?

One-way fares from New Orleans to Bakersfield are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $607, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 10m, compared with 7h 27m via Denver Intl (DEN).

What is the time difference between New Orleans and Bakersfield?

Bakersfield is 2 hours behind New Orleans (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 averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • Hertz

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield range from $343 to $492, with an average of $383 over the past 12 months. Anything below $343 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield typically range from $343 to $492. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $438, on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from New Orleans to Bakersfield?

United Airlines ($438) and American Airlines ($475) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Bakersfield according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) is the most popular layover for the New Orleans to Bakersfield route. 83% 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 New Orleans to Bakersfield?

Flights via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $439. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for New Orleans to Bakersfield layovers at 3h 30m over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest • Avg $439 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 7h 27m (one-way)

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Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

2:43 pm - 10:49 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 06m1 stop San Francisco

5:00 am - 1:38 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

6h 38m1 stop Denver Intl

$438United Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

2:41 pm - 9:01 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

6:05 am - 5:02 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

8h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl

$444United Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

5:00 am - 11:36 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 36m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles

6:05 am - 5:02 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

8h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl

$449United Airlines

Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 22

12:27 pm - 6:23 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:54 pm - 11:59 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

9h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$475American Airlines

Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 22

7:50 am - 3:33 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 43m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:54 pm - 11:59 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

9h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$480American Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

8:15 am - 1:24 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 09m1 stop Denver Intl

12:34 pm - 9:32 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

6h 58m1 stop Denver Intl

$483United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

8:15 am - 1:24 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 09m1 stop Denver Intl

5:00 am - 7:58 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

12h 58m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$489United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

7:43 am - 3:31 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 5:51 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

9h 51m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$494American Airlines

Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 22

12:27 pm - 6:23 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:01 am - 5:35 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$552American Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18

7:00 am - 1:24 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 24m1 stop Denver Intl

5:00 am - 7:58 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

12h 58m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$564United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Bakersfield departing in november.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield.
How long is a flight from New Orleans to Bakersfield?
A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Bakersfield takes 00m, covering 1,708 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Bakersfield flight?
Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield range from $343 to $492, with an average of $383 over the past 12 months. Anything below $343 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from New Orleans 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 $438 to $1,922. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from New Orleans to Bakersfield looking right now?
One-way fares from New Orleans to Bakersfield are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $607, which is 18% 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 averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Dollar
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Bakersfield?
Flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).
Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield pass through?
Connecting flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield most commonly pass through:

• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 83% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $343 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $658, a difference of $315.

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 New Orleans to Bakersfield?
Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 10m, compared with 7h 27m via Denver Intl (DEN).
What is the time difference between New Orleans and Bakersfield?
Bakersfield is 2 hours behind New Orleans (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $343, about $315 less than Sunday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Bakersfield trip for January. Fares historically average $298 round-trip in that month - typically $236 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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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