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Cheap Flights to Bakersfield

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Bakersfield that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Bakersfield

Fri, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 5
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9:11 am - 10:39 amSFO  San Francisco-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
1h 28mnonstop
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11:30 am - 12:46 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SFO San Francisco
1h 16mnonstop
$239United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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9:31 pm - 10:49 pmSFO  San Francisco-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
1h 18mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:23 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SFO San Francisco
1h 23mnonstop
$239United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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2:05 pm - 3:26 pmSFO  San Francisco-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
1h 21mnonstop
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7:14 am - 8:30 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SFO San Francisco
1h 16mnonstop
$239United Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 20
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9:11 am - 10:39 amSFO  San Francisco-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
1h 28mnonstop
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11:30 am - 12:46 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SFO San Francisco
1h 16mnonstop
$239United Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
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4:30 pm - 5:54 pmSFO  San Francisco-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
1h 24mnonstop
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8:14 am - 9:30 amBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SFO San Francisco
1h 16mnonstop
$239United Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18
United Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 5:54 pmSFO  San Francisco-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
1h 24mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 12:46 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SFO San Francisco
1h 16mnonstop
$239United Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 20
United Airlines Logo
9:11 am - 10:39 amSFO  San Francisco-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
1h 28mnonstop
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11:30 am - 12:46 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SFO San Francisco
1h 16mnonstop
$248United Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 20
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9:11 am - 10:39 amSFO  San Francisco-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
1h 28mnonstop
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11:30 am - 12:46 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-SFO San Francisco
1h 16mnonstop
$249United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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6:00 am - 9:15 amDEN  Denver Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
4h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:37 pm - 6:08 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-DEN Denver Intl
4h 31m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$288American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:05 am - 11:48 amDEN  Denver Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
4h 43m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:15 pm - 11:30 pmBFL  Bakersfield Meadows Field-DEN Denver Intl
6h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$288American Airlines
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Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Bakersfield to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Bakersfield?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 5 days.

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Bakersfield was found on the route from Denver, at $239 return. The most popular connection is from Dallas to Bakersfield and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $389 in the last 5 days.

How much is a flight to Bakersfield?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Bakersfield from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Bakersfield costs $385 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $248 and departed from Denver. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Denver to Bakersfield which costs $389 on average, and Dallas to Bakersfield, which costs $432 on average.

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What is the cheapest day to fly to Bakersfield?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Bakersfield clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Bakersfield is Friday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $352. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $510 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Bakersfield?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights to Bakersfield, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Bakersfield is January, where tickets cost $368 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and May, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $487 and $466 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is March with an average price of $338.

What is a good deal for flights to Bakersfield?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Bakersfield, 25% of our users found tickets to Bakersfield for the following prices or less: From Denver $308 round-trip.

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When to book flights to Bakersfield

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FAQs - booking Bakersfield flights

  • Is it possible to rent a car at the airport in Bakersfield?

    There are several major rental car companies that have rental counters inside of the terminal building at the airport in Bakersfield. All of these rental car locations will let you rent a car at the airport and then return it to another location if you so desire.

  • Can I get a taxi at the airport in Bakersfield?

    There are two different companies that provide taxi services at the airport in Bakersfield. Both of these companies operate 24 hours per day seven days per week. You will generally find taxis for both of these companies outside of the terminal buildings after flights arrive but if you do not their phone numbers are available in the terminal building to contact them for a ride.

  • Are there any rideshare services available at the airport in Bakersfield and if so, where will I meet them?

    There is one popular rideshare service that offers rides to passengers from the airport in Bakersfield. They suggest that you collect any baggage that you have prior to heading to the curb outside of the arrivals area and then booking a ride through the app once you are there.

  • Are there any airlines that fly directly to Bakersfield?

    There are two airlines that offer nonstop flights to Bakersfield from a total of four cities. American Airlines offers nonstop flights between Bakersfield and both Phoenix and Dallas. United Airlines offers nonstop flights between Bakersfield and both San Francisco and Denver.

  • What is the best way to get out of Meadows Field Airport (BFL)?

    When you land at BFL, buses provide the most convenient means of transport to the city center and other parts of Bakersfield. In particular, Bus Routes 22 and 41 provide direct connections from the airport to the city center on a 24/7 basis.

  • How convenient is it to fly with pet(s) to Bakersfield?

    The pet-friendly policy at Meadows Field Airport (BFL) makes it convenient for travelers to Bakersfield to travel with their pets. You can take your pet to one of the pet-relief spaces in the Terminal Building on the second level, not far from the baggage claim area, after landing at BFL.

  • Which other cities can I get to from Meadows Field Airport (BFL)?

    BFL serves several cities in addition to serving as the gateway to Bakersfield, California. Oildale, Lamont, and Arvin are a few of the cities you can reach easily from Meadows Field Airport (BFL). Renting a car is the most adaptable mode of transportation while traveling from BFL to these cities.

  • Where can travelers landing at Meadows Field Airport get rental cars?

    After landing at BFL, you can conveniently rent a car from one of the rental car companies located within the terminal, a short distance from the car park lot. Some of the rental car companies located inside BFL include Avis, Enterprise, and Dollar.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Bakersfield?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Bakersfield was found on the route from Denver, at $239 return. The most popular connection is from Dallas to Bakersfield and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $389 in the last 5 days.

  • How far is Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport from central Bakersfield?

    Central Bakersfield is 5 miles away from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport.

  • What is the name of Bakersfield’s airport?

    Bakersfield is served by Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport, also commonly referred to as Meadows Field or Meadows Fld. The airport code is BFL.

  • How much is a flight to Bakersfield?

    On average, a flight to Bakersfield costs $385. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $248 and departed from Denver Intl Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Bakersfield?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Bakersfield.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Bakersfield?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Bakersfield is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Bakersfield?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Bakersfield with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Bakersfield?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Bakersfield up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Bakersfield

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Bakersfield? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Bakersfield for the following prices or less: From Denver $300, from Dallas/Fort Worth $432, from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl $442
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Bakersfield flight deals.
  • If someone will be picking you up from Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) after your flight it is best to let them know that there is short-term parking area available right near the terminal entrance that is free of charge for up to 15min so they can meet you easily after your flight.
  • If you have just arrived on a long flight to Bakersfield there are a couple of good options for food choices inside of the airport. This includes a sandwich shop that offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as a convenience store that not only offers snacks but things like souvenirs and newspapers as well.
  • If you are a passenger that has concerns about accessibility at the airport in Bakersfield it is important to note the airport offers a number of features to help you in your travels. This includes a designated ADA loading location in front of the terminal building. If you have a service animal, they are welcome at the airport but they must remain on their leash at all times.
  • The airport in Bakersfield offers a location that is convenient for a number of communities in the southern part of the San Joaquin Valley. This includes communities like Visalia, Tulare, and Delano that are all just a short drive north of the airport in Bakersfield.
  • It is important to note that the airport in Bakersfield does not operate 24 hours per day. The airport is closed between the hours of 1:30 am and 3:00 am.
  • Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver serves as the departure airport for the highest number of flights to Bakersfield departs. However, a considerable number of flights to Bakersfield depart from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). The benefit of flying to Bakersfield from PHX or SEA is that you have higher chances of getting cheaper flight deals.
  • Persons with reduced mobility have nothing to worry about when booking flights to Bakersfield. All airlines with flights to Meadows Field Airport (BFL) have personnel stationed at key areas to provide wheelchair service from plane to cab and any other special services required. However, it is advised that you notify your airline at least 48 hours before coming to BFL if you may need special services.

Reviews of the top airlines flying to Bakersfield

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Bakersfield. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from the United States to Bakersfield. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 10108 reviews
8.1Crew
6.7Food
7.7Boarding
7.1Entertainment
7.3Comfort
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the seat has a problem. the back had a hole.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Aug 2026
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the seat has a problem. the back had a hole.

Old 757 with poor entertainment system. United no longer partners with United for free text and email. O'Hara an absolute disaster! Limited gates clauses two hour delay. Unfortunately this appears to be the norm.

The SFO lounge closes at 12 midnight. My flight took off at 2AM

Delayed 2 hours while stuck on the aircraft. If the luggage was properly loaded the first time we probably wouldn’t have been delayed at all

Flight be on time would be a good start. Then train your flight attendants to be attentive and friendly. This time they completely forgot my row for the measly snack! United, do better!

It was a short, comfortable flight. It did leave an hour late due to the pilot having to be replaced (family emergency) but that didn’t inconvenience myself & my friend. The situation was explained, eventually.

There was a piece of plastic baked into my buttermilk biscuit! I have a pictures. The flight attendants in first class were really apologetic, and tried to rectify the situation. I I am very appreciative that they were able to give me some packets of pretzels and gummy bears. I understand they don't personally handle the food until warming it up so I know it wasn't their fault. I don't know whether it was a newer aircraft, or different food packaging, but I was happy that when the food was being warmed up - it didn't smell like plastic. Jokes on me with finding plastic in my food.

The seats were uncomfortable, as if the cushions haven't been switched out in many years. I felt like I was on an old bus. The food was delicious. thank you. Onboard entertainment, very limited. Unless you like violent movies. Why in the world would you have such severely violent movies on a plane? if you don't want to see such things, you don't have a choice. Have you considered that when choosing entertainment? Good god. Why would you have the Godfather? Or black women being brutally beaten with a club? Why in the hell would you put that kind of material on a plane? As for Kayak: Why when I ordered Qantas, was the plane on United?

UA594 was delayed multiple times. I ended up getting picked up so I can make it in time for work 6AM on Monday, 7/6/2026

Excellent flight. On time. Great staff. Clean and crisp cabin.

Awful! We boarded and then sat on the plane for 50 mins before having to deplane due to a maintenance issue which should have been addressed before boarding. Then we had to change terminals as there was no other plane for us at the current terminal. Then we waited another 2 and a half hours to board again only to wait for 50 mins on the plane again for the snacks to be brought from the broken plane. And once we were on the flight we still only got the complimentary cookie and soda or water. No food vouchers provided even though we had waited over 3 hours for our flight.

Our experience with American Airlines was extremely disappointing and honestly made an already exhausting international journey much worse. After flying all the way from Melbourne and dealing with significant jet lag, the American Airlines experience at LAX was the last thing we needed. The terminal and boarding area felt very old and uncomfortable, with little to no air conditioning and only old fans running in the area. Boarding was also through outdoor stairs rather than a jet bridge, which felt especially inconvenient after such a long journey. Even though we were traveling First Class, the onboard experience was surprisingly poor. There were no meaningful snack options, no decent coffee available to order, and the aircraft was so small that there was barely enough overhead space for carry-on luggage. The staff experience was also disappointing and lacked the warmth or attentiveness we had experienced on our international flights. To make matters worse, the flight departed late, extending an already very long travel day. Overall, the combination of the outdated terminal, uncomfortable boarding process, limited First Class service, small aircraft, poor staff experience, and delay made this an extremely unpleasant final leg of our journey. It significantly worsened our exhaustion and jet lag rather than making the connection home easier. Unfortunately, this experience was bad enough that I do not plan to travel with American Airlines again in the future.

No food. I paid over $1.000 for my ticket for nuts and espresso beans.

My flight in Dallas had maintenance issues. Which caused us to missed our connecting flight in LA. We had to stay overnight in Los Angeles. American Airlines booked us a hotel. The hotel was the Holiday Inn. It was horrible. The whole hotel smelled like weed and there were people rambling all night long up and down the hallways. The carpets in the hallway and the room has stains. There was dirt on the floor. It was so nasty that I slept in my clothes.

Great. Clean. Seats comfortable. Food was free. Had new release movies.

The airplane I love and I love I came back safe thank you American airlines

Horrible. No AC. No Air inside the plane. We had to deplane twice! It is late almost 5 hrs in total. I almost passed out and about to call 911. I asked the crew to be honest and open the door. The lady next to me was lay down in the floor due to heat and no air inside the plane. I got headaches, can’t wait the replacement flight about midnight Dallas time. I end it up rebook for next day flight and stay overnight using my own pocket in a hotel nearby due to headaches and can’t breath. I still have a headache this morning. Still not decided yes how to file this issue to AA and/or FAA.

Worst communication. Delayed boarding for two hours without a single announcement until hour 1 had passed - on time status showing until our flight was supposed to takeoff and the crew had already walked away. No one was boarding. Disgusting part of DFW overcrowded with no AC on a 97 degree day. Then the first app update is that we’d take off in 15 mins… but again no one had boarded a full flight. No announcement in the terminal so everyone is just crowded around a disgusting place with no info for over an hour which turned into two. This was an overfill flight and a disgrace to passenger decency all while likely just trying to fix their own issue of overbooking. The worst airline at the worst airport.

I’ve been on 8 flights with American Airlines in the last 2 months and 4 have been delayed.

Loved the crew . Absolutely no complaints. Except for luggage lost

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