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

Flights from New York to Bakersfield may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Bakersfield: • Economy Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from New York to Bakersfield most commonly connect through: • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 61% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 26% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from New York to Bakersfield. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $399 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $875, a difference of $476. 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 York to Bakersfield?

A nonstop flight from New York to Bakersfield takes 00m, covering 2,449 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from New York 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 York 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 $361 to $1,925. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from New York to Bakersfield are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $482, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 33m, compared with 8h 16m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 23m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

What is the time difference between New York and Bakersfield?

Bakersfield is 3 hours behind New York (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 New York to Bakersfield flight?

Round-trip flights from New York to Bakersfield range from $399 to $587, with an average of $509 over the past 12 months. Anything below $399 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from New York to Bakersfield typically range from $399 to $587. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $361, on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest New York to Bakersfield flight route?

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to Bakersfield (BFL) is the cheapest New York to Bakersfield route, averaging $453 round-trip. Other New York to Bakersfield routes average $521, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Bakersfield. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 71% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York to Bakersfield?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Bakersfield at $296 round-trip. •May ($656) and July ($592) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 121% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

American Airlines ($361) and United Airlines ($468) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New York to Bakersfield according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) is the most popular layover for the New York to Bakersfield route. 61% 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 York to Bakersfield?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $368. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Los Angeles (LAX) had the shortest average connection time for New York to Bakersfield layovers at 4h 13m over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

8:28 am - 3:33 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

9:59 am - 10:15 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$361American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

7:30 am - 3:31 pmEWR Newark-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

11h 01m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 7:29 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-EWR Newark

10h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$388American Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

12:37 pm - 6:23 pmEWR Newark-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:45 pm - 11:56 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-EWR Newark

8h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$389American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

12:00 pm - 5:23 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 7:00 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$452American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

6:32 am - 3:31 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

11h 59m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

9:59 am - 10:05 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 06m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$458American Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1

1:59 pm - 8:04 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 6:24 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-LGA New York LaGuardia

9h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$460American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

6:40 am - 5:23 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

13h 43m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Dallas/Fort Worth

9:59 am - 10:29 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas

$463American Airlines

Sat, Mar 13 - Wed, Mar 24

6:00 am - 11:17 amEWR Newark-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 17m1 stop Los Angeles

2:05 pm - 1:36 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-EWR Newark

8h 31m1 stop San Francisco

$468United Airlines

Sat, Mar 13 - Wed, Mar 24

12:00 pm - 6:08 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

9:54 am - 11:29 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 35m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$483American Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

3:00 pm - 10:13 pmEWR Newark-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 13m1 stop San Francisco

12:34 pm - 11:41 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-EWR Newark

8h 07m1 stop Denver Intl

$488United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

3:27 pm - 8:56 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 29m1 stop Denver Intl

12:05 pm - 11:29 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-LGA New York LaGuardia

8h 24m1 stop Denver Intl

$572United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

2:46 pm - 8:04 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:10 am - 6:00 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

8h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$598American Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

3:30 pm - 10:38 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 08m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:10 am - 6:00 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

8h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$603American Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

3:45 pm - 8:56 pmEWR Newark-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 11m1 stop Denver Intl

12:05 pm - 12:54 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-EWR Newark

9h 49m1 stop Denver Intl

$608United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

6:00 am - 11:21 amEWR Newark-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 21m1 stop Los Angeles

12:05 pm - 12:54 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-EWR Newark

9h 49m1 stop Denver Intl

$608United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

8:30 am - 3:37 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 07m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

5:56 am - 5:03 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-LGA New York LaGuardia

8h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$638American Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 18

3:27 pm - 8:56 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 29m1 stop Denver Intl

12:05 pm - 11:29 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-LGA New York LaGuardia

8h 24m1 stop Denver Intl

$640United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 17

3:27 pm - 8:56 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 29m1 stop Denver Intl

12:05 pm - 11:27 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-LGA New York LaGuardia

8h 22m1 stop Denver Intl

$644United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17

3:27 pm - 8:56 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 29m1 stop Denver Intl

12:05 pm - 11:27 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-LGA New York LaGuardia

8h 22m1 stop Denver Intl

$644United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17

2:46 pm - 8:04 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:37 pm - 11:39 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

8h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$644American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for New York to Bakersfield flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from New York 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 York to Bakersfield departing in december.
What is the cheapest New York to Bakersfield flight route? KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyzes pricing trends to identify the best available fares.: New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to Bakersfield (BFL) is the cheapest New York to Bakersfield route, averaging $453 round-trip. Other New York to Bakersfield routes average $521, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Bakersfield?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Bakersfield. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 71% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York to Bakersfield? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from New York to Bakersfield, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Bakersfield at $296 round-trip.
•May ($656) and July ($592) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 121% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to Bakersfield?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Bakersfield:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from New York to Bakersfield?
A nonstop flight from New York to Bakersfield takes 00m, covering 2,449 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from New York 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 York to Bakersfield flight?
Round-trip flights from New York to Bakersfield range from $399 to $587, with an average of $509 over the past 12 months. Anything below $399 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from New York 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 $361 to $1,925. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from New York to Bakersfield looking right now?
One-way fares from New York to Bakersfield are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $482, which is 21% 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 New York to Bakersfield?
Flights from New York to Bakersfield may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).
Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Bakersfield pass through?
One-stop flights from New York to Bakersfield most commonly connect through:

• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 61% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 26% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 6% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to Bakersfield?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from New York to Bakersfield. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $399 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $875, a difference of $476.

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 York to Bakersfield?
Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 33m, compared with 8h 16m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 23m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).
What is the time difference between New York and Bakersfield?
Bakersfield is 3 hours behind New York (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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $399, about $476 less than Sunday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Bakersfield trip for January. Fares historically average $296 round-trip in that month - typically $360 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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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