Which airports can I use when flying from Seattle to Bakersfield?

Flights from Seattle to Bakersfield usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).

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

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Seattle to Bakersfield pass through?

One-stop flights from Seattle to Bakersfield most commonly connect through: • San Francisco (SFO) - 72% of one-stop connections • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 17% of one-stop connections • Los Angeles (LAX) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 69% on flights from Seattle to Bakersfield. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $970, a difference of $662. 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 Seattle to Bakersfield?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Seattle to Bakersfield. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 52m and 6h 42m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle 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 Seattle 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 $328 to $1,624. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Seattle to Bakersfield looking right now?

One-way fares from Seattle to Bakersfield are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $414.

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

Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 52m, compared with 5h 11m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 6h 42m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

How much should I expect to pay for a Seattle to Bakersfield flight?

Round-trip flights from Seattle to Bakersfield range from $340 to $473, with an average of $408 over the past 12 months. Anything below $340 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Seattle to Bakersfield typically range from $340 to $473. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $328, on United Airlines.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Bakersfield?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Bakersfield at $308 round-trip. •June ($588) and November ($488) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 90% 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 Seattle to Bakersfield?

United Airlines ($328) and American Airlines ($391) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Seattle to Bakersfield according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

San Francisco (SFO) is the most popular layover for the Seattle to Bakersfield route. 72% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via SFO.

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

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $401. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

San Francisco (SFO) had the shortest average connection time for Seattle to Bakersfield layovers at 3h 02m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

6:15 am - 11:24 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 09m1 stop Los Angeles

2:25 pm - 9:58 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 33m1 stop Los Angeles

$328United Airlines

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6:15 am - 11:24 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 09m1 stop Los Angeles

6:15 am - 4:22 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10h 07m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

$334United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

3:20 pm - 11:44 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 24m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles

2:25 pm - 8:47 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6h 22m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

$339United Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24

5:23 pm - 10:13 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

4h 50m1 stop San Francisco

2:18 pm - 9:50 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 32m1 stop Los Angeles

$343United Airlines

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3:35 pm - 10:13 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 38m1 stop San Francisco

2:18 pm - 11:18 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9h 00m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

$349United Airlines

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9:05 am - 3:32 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 27m1 stop San Francisco

2:18 pm - 9:50 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 32m1 stop Los Angeles

$358United Airlines

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3:35 pm - 10:13 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 38m1 stop San Francisco

2:18 pm - 9:50 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7h 32m1 stop Los Angeles

$358United Airlines

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3:35 pm - 10:49 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 14m1 stop San Francisco

2:18 pm - 11:15 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl

$364United Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Fri, Jan 15

5:35 pm - 11:17 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:41 pm - 8:55 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$391American Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Fri, Jan 15

5:35 pm - 11:17 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:41 pm - 8:55 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

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Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8

9:05 am - 3:32 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 27m1 stop San Francisco

2:18 pm - 7:37 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5h 19m1 stop Los Angeles

$433United Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8

9:05 am - 3:32 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 27m1 stop San Francisco

2:18 pm - 11:15 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl

$439United Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 7

9:05 am - 3:32 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 27m1 stop San Francisco

12:34 pm - 9:19 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8h 45m1 stop Denver Intl

$448United Airlines

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9:05 am - 3:32 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

6h 27m1 stop San Francisco

2:18 pm - 11:31 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9h 13m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

$454United Airlines

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6:00 am - 11:36 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 36m1 stop Los Angeles

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20h 56m1 stop Los Angeles

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6:00 am - 11:36 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 36m1 stop Los Angeles

2:18 pm - 6:46 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

28h 28m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

$787United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 10

12:45 pm - 9:01 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

7:30 am - 12:20 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4h 50m1 stop San Francisco

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6:00 am - 11:36 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 36m1 stop Los Angeles

5:00 am - 1:54 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8h 54m1 stop Denver Intl

$876United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11

10:40 am - 3:32 pmSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

4h 52m1 stop San Francisco

2:18 pm - 7:09 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4h 51m1 stop Los Angeles

$876United Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 10

6:00 am - 11:36 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

5h 36m1 stop Los Angeles

2:18 pm - 11:31 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9h 13m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco

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How much is a round-trip flight from Seattle 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 Seattle to Bakersfield departing in december.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Bakersfield? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Seattle to Bakersfield, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •August is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Bakersfield at $308 round-trip.
•June ($588) and November ($488) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 90% 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 Seattle to Bakersfield?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Seattle to Bakersfield:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Seattle to Bakersfield?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Seattle to Bakersfield. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 52m and 6h 42m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle 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 Seattle to Bakersfield flight?
Round-trip flights from Seattle to Bakersfield range from $340 to $473, with an average of $408 over the past 12 months. Anything below $340 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Seattle 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 $328 to $1,624. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Seattle to Bakersfield looking right now?
One-way fares from Seattle to Bakersfield are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $414.
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 Seattle to Bakersfield?
Flights from Seattle to Bakersfield usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).
Which airports do connecting flights from Seattle to Bakersfield pass through?
One-stop flights from Seattle to Bakersfield most commonly connect through:

• San Francisco (SFO) - 72% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 11% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Seattle to Bakersfield?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 69% on flights from Seattle to Bakersfield. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $970, a difference of $662.

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 Seattle to Bakersfield?
Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 52m, compared with 5h 11m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 6h 42m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $308, about $662 less than Sunday fares (68% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seattle to Bakersfield trip for August. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $280 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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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