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Cheapest round-trip
$355
Typical prices: $421-$643
American Airlines
Sat 11/17Thu 11/22
RDU - BFL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$373
Typical prices: $160-$518
American Airlines
Tue 9/25
RDU - BFL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Bakersfield. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 43% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $518 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Bakersfield (RDU-BFL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Bakersfield

Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
11:42 am - 5:23 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:12 pm - 8:17 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$355American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 3:31 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
12h 21m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:12 pm - 8:17 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$360American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 10:13 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
12h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 5:33 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 11m1 stop San Francisco
$385United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
4:17 pm - 9:01 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:22 pm - 5:33 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 11m1 stop San Francisco
$428United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:24 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 24m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 3:11 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$440United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 11:48 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 23m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 10:52 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$446American Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 8:57 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 9:16 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
12h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Newark
$446United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
10:21 am - 7:42 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
12h 21m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco
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6:15 am - 10:12 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
12h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
$451United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 3:27 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
10h 12m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 9:16 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
12h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Newark
$451United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 11:48 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 23m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 11:57 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 52m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$452American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Bakersfield flights

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Bakersfield start at $355. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $421 to $643. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $355 on American Airlines.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Bakersfield, it is 33% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 41% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Raleigh to Bakersfield flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$355
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.
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Your Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Bakersfield?

    Flights from Raleigh to Bakersfield usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).

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

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

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 80% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 7% 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 Raleigh to Bakersfield?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 53% on the Raleigh to Bakersfield route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $373 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $785, a difference of $412. 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 Raleigh to Bakersfield?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Bakersfield takes 0h 00m, covering 2,243 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 $355 to $2,298. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Bakersfield are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $397, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 30m, compared with 7h 45m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 55m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Bakersfield?

    Bakersfield is 3 hours behind Raleigh (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 Raleigh to Bakersfield flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Bakersfield range from $421 to $643, with an average of $554 over the past 12 months. Anything below $421 counts as a good deal.

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