Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield pass through?

One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield most commonly connect through: • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 34% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 22% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 22% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 19% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $525 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $989, a difference of $464. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?

A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield takes 00m, covering 2,304 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 $428 to $2,026. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield looking right now?

One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $450, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?

Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 39m, compared with 7h 59m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 8h 17m via San Francisco (SFO).

What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. and Bakersfield?

Bakersfield is 3 hours behind Washington, D.C. (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 averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield flight?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield range from $511 to $836, with an average of $639 over the past 12 months. Anything below $511 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield typically range from $511 to $836. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $428, on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield flight route?

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield routes. They average around $604 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?

United Airlines ($428) and American Airlines ($482) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) is the most popular layover for the Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield route. 34% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via PHX.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $368. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield which airport offers the shortest layover?

Los Angeles (LAX) had the shortest average connection time for Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield layovers at 4h 11m over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Nov 25

4:15 pm - 10:49 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 34m1 stop San Francisco

2:18 pm - 12:40 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 22m1 stop Los Angeles

$428United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 16

7:00 am - 6:11 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

14h 11m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 4:18 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$482American Airlines

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9

4:15 pm - 9:24 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 09m1 stop Denver Intl

12:35 pm - 11:26 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 51m1 stop Denver Intl

$518United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 16

2:11 pm - 9:24 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 13m1 stop Denver Intl

6:15 am - 7:09 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9h 54m1 stop Los Angeles

$518United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

2:34 pm - 7:40 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 06m1 stop San Francisco

7:01 am - 7:05 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9h 04m1 stop San Francisco

$518United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

4:15 pm - 9:24 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 09m1 stop Denver Intl

6:15 am - 4:13 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6h 58m1 stop Los Angeles

$518United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 16

4:13 pm - 12:01 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

22h 48m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:06 am - 10:50 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

13h 44m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas

$527American Airlines

Fri, Feb 26 - Sun, Feb 28

6:00 am - 7:31 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

16h 31m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

6:53 pm - 5:04 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19h 11m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas

$527American Airlines

Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28

6:50 am - 11:42 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 52m1 stop Los Angeles

4:09 pm - 5:36 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10h 27m1 stop San Francisco

$539United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

4:15 pm - 9:24 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 09m1 stop Denver Intl

5:00 am - 2:55 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 55m1 stop Denver Intl

$558United Airlines

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Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

7:12 am - 3:31 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

11h 19m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 3:59 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$525American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

7:12 am - 3:31 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

11h 19m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

9:59 am - 10:00 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 01m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas

$537American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

11:55 am - 5:23 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 3:59 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$539American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

7:14 am - 3:31 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

11h 17m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

9:59 am - 10:59 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10h 00m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas

$575American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

2:05 pm - 9:01 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 56m1 stop Denver Intl

12:34 pm - 11:15 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 41m1 stop Denver Intl

$644United Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

6:39 am - 11:36 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 57m1 stop Los Angeles

5:00 am - 9:25 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

13h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Kansas City

$854United Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13

6:39 am - 11:36 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 57m1 stop Los Angeles

12:34 pm - 9:25 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 51m2 stops Denver Intl Kansas City

$967United Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13

7:45 am - 3:32 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 47m1 stop San Francisco

4:22 pm - 10:53 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

15h 31m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

$982United Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13

6:39 am - 11:36 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 57m1 stop Los Angeles

12:34 pm - 9:30 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 56m1 stop Denver Intl

$992United Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13

7:45 am - 3:32 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

10h 47m1 stop San Francisco

12:34 pm - 2:55 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

23h 21m1 stop Denver Intl

$1,082United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield departing in november.
What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield flight route? KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyzes pricing trends to identify the best available fares.: There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield routes. They average around $604 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?
A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield takes 00m, covering 2,304 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield flight?
Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield range from $511 to $836, with an average of $639 over the past 12 months. Anything below $511 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. 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 $428 to $2,026. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield looking right now?
One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $450, which is 13% below 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 averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Dollar
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?
Flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL).
Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield pass through?
One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield most commonly connect through:

• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 34% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 22% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 19% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $525 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $989, a difference of $464.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?
Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 39m, compared with 7h 59m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 8h 17m via San Francisco (SFO).
What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. and Bakersfield?
Bakersfield is 3 hours behind Washington, D.C. (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $525, about $464 less than Monday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield trip for June. Fares historically average $376 round-trip in that month - typically $717 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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