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Cheapest round-trip
$390
Typical prices: $403-$604
American Airlines
Wed 12/12Sat 12/15
JFK - BFL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$393
Typical prices: $249-$518
United Airlines
Fri 12/14
LGA - BFL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between New York and Bakersfield. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $368 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Bakersfield (NYC-BFL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Bakersfield

Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:28 am - 3:33 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:59 am - 10:05 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 06m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$390American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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7:55 am - 3:33 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 38m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 6:53 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$396American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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7:32 am - 3:33 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
11h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 6:24 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$405American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:10 pm - 11:44 pmEWR  Newark-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 34m1 stop Los Angeles
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12:38 pm - 11:37 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-EWR Newark
7h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
$408United Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 21
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7:30 am - 3:33 pmEWR  Newark-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
11h 03m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:50 am - 7:10 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-EWR Newark
10h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$408American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:30 am - 3:33 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
12h 03m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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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
$437American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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7:14 am - 3:33 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
11h 19m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 5:04 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$442American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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7:14 am - 3:33 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
11h 19m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 6:30 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$447American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
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6:00 am - 11:24 amEWR  Newark-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 24m1 stop Los Angeles
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12:40 pm - 12:59 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-EWR Newark
9h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
$450United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 20
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6:00 am - 11:24 amEWR  Newark-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 24m1 stop Los Angeles
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12:40 pm - 12:59 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-EWR Newark
9h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
$453United Airlines
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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?

Round-trip flights from New York to Bakersfield typically range from $403 to $604. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $390, on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest New York to Bakersfield flight route?

There's little price difference between New York to Bakersfield routes. They average around $494 round-trip, 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 25% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 75% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Bakersfield at $450 round-trip.
•December ($699) and May ($656) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for New York to Bakersfield flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$390
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 41% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Bakersfield

When to book flights from New York to Bakersfield

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Your New York 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 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 $403 to $604, with an average of $499 over the past 12 months. Anything below $403 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 $390 to $2,445. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $416.

  • 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 $64 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Hertz
    • Avis

  • 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) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 7% 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 57% on flights from New York to Bakersfield. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $379 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $875, a difference of $496.

    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 27m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 32m 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.

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