Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Bakersfield?

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

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

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

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

Most connecting flights from San Diego to Bakersfield pass through San Francisco (SFO), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Bakersfield?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the San Diego to Bakersfield route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $293 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $363, a difference of $70. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego 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 Diego 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 $278 to $1,468. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from San Diego to Bakersfield are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $346, which is 16% 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

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Diego to Bakersfield?

United Airlines ($278) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Diego to Bakersfield in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Diego to Bakersfield?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $333. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Diego to Bakersfield which airport offers the shortest layover?

San Francisco (SFO) had the shortest average connection time for San Diego to Bakersfield layovers at 205 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 2

6:15 am - 11:17 amSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 02m1 stop Los Angeles

4:20 pm - 10:57 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

6h 37m1 stop San Francisco

$278United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

6:26 pm - 10:13 pmSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

3h 47m1 stop San Francisco

2:18 pm - 5:17 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

2h 59m1 stop Los Angeles

$278United Airlines

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6:20 am - 11:36 amSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 16m1 stop Los Angeles

7:00 am - 1:47 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

6h 47m1 stop San Francisco

$278United Airlines

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6:20 am - 11:36 amSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 16m1 stop Los Angeles

6:05 am - 11:31 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

5h 26m1 stop Los Angeles

$278United Airlines

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6:15 am - 11:40 amSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

8:14 am - 1:44 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

5h 30m1 stop San Francisco

$308United Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16

6:15 am - 11:40 amSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

2:03 pm - 5:26 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

3h 23m1 stop Los Angeles

$308United Airlines

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9:38 am - 3:32 pmSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 54m1 stop San Francisco

2:18 pm - 5:17 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

2h 59m1 stop Los Angeles

$338United Airlines

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4:01 pm - 10:49 pmSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 48m1 stop San Francisco

4:22 pm - 8:37 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

4h 15m1 stop San Francisco

$348United Airlines

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Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

12:41 pm - 5:54 pmSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 13m1 stop San Francisco

2:03 pm - 5:28 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

3h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

$338United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 5

6:20 am - 11:40 amSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 20m1 stop Los Angeles

7:15 am - 1:44 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

6h 29m1 stop San Francisco

$348United Airlines

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12:33 pm - 8:43 pmSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

12:38 pm - 12:29 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

11h 51m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

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12:41 pm - 5:54 pmSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 13m1 stop San Francisco

8:14 am - 8:02 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

11h 48m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles

$587United Airlines

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6:20 am - 11:40 amSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 20m1 stop Los Angeles

7:15 am - 1:44 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

6h 29m1 stop San Francisco

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Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

3:56 pm - 11:40 amSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

19h 44m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles

2:03 pm - 10:17 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

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Wed, Sep 2 - Fri, Sep 4

1:24 pm - 5:54 pmSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

4h 30m1 stop San Francisco

11:30 am - 7:55 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

8h 25m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles

$1,175United Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Fri, Sep 4

3:56 pm - 11:40 amSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

19h 44m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles

2:03 pm - 10:15 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

20h 12m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

$1,290United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 5

6:28 pm - 11:40 amSAN San Diego-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

17h 12m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles

2:03 pm - 10:18 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SAN San Diego

20h 15m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Bakersfield start at $278. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $358 to $446. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $278 on United Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Bakersfield?
Flights from San Diego to Bakersfield usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Bakersfield?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Diego to Bakersfield.
Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Bakersfield pass through?
Most connecting flights from San Diego to Bakersfield pass through San Francisco (SFO), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Bakersfield?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the San Diego to Bakersfield route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $293 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $363, a difference of $70. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego 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 Diego 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 $278 to $1,468. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Diego to Bakersfield looking right now?
One-way fares from San Diego to Bakersfield are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $346, which is 16% 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

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $293 - about $70 less than Sunday (19% savings) 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
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bakersfield Airport By IHG
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield North/Airport

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