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Cheapest round-trip
$354
Typical prices: $368-$472
American Airlines
Fri 10/12Fri 10/19
SAT - BFL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$333
Typical prices: $232-$402
United Airlines
Tue 10/16
SAT - BFL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Antonio and Bakersfield. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 33% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $433 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Antonio to Bakersfield (SAT-BFL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Antonio to Bakersfield

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 10:38 pmSAT  San Antonio-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
5h 38m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 11:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAT San Antonio
9h 22m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$354American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:54 pm - 11:59 pmSAT  San Antonio-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 05m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 8:42 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAT San Antonio
6h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$383United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
American Airlines Logo
6:39 pm - 11:15 pmSAT  San Antonio-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 36m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:15 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAT San Antonio
6h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$384American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:54 pm - 11:59 pmSAT  San Antonio-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
7h 05m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
2:03 pm - 11:58 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAT San Antonio
7h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$389United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 1:22 pmSAT  San Antonio-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 8:42 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAT San Antonio
6h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$400United Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 8:57 pmSAT  San Antonio-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 12m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:05 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAT San Antonio
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$404United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
United Airlines Logo
4:50 pm - 8:56 pmSAT  San Antonio-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
6h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:03 pm - 11:58 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAT San Antonio
7h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$406United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:48 amSAT  San Antonio-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
8h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 11:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAT San Antonio
9h 22m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$407American Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 3:27 pmSAT  San Antonio-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
11h 57m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 9:07 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAT San Antonio
6h 47m1 stop Denver Intl
$410United Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 10:38 pmSAT  San Antonio-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
5h 38m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 10:59 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAT San Antonio
4h 44m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$413American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Antonio to Bakersfield flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Bakersfield start at $354. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $368 to $472. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $354 on American Airlines.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Antonio to Bakersfield, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for San Antonio to Bakersfield flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$333
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Antonio to Bakersfield

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Your San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Bakersfield?

    Flights from San Antonio to Bakersfield usually depart from San Antonio (SAT) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Antonio to Bakersfield.

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 80% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 2% 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 San Antonio to Bakersfield?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the San Antonio to Bakersfield route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $368 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $472, a difference of $104. 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 San Antonio to Bakersfield?

    A nonstop flight from San Antonio to Bakersfield takes 0h 00m, covering 1,264 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Antonio 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 San Antonio 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 $354 to $772. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Antonio to Bakersfield are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $430, which is 62% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 11m, compared with 6h 15m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 39m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between San Antonio and Bakersfield?

    Bakersfield is 2 hours behind San Antonio (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 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 San Antonio to Bakersfield flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Bakersfield range from $368 to $472, with an average of $416 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

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