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: • San Francisco (SFO) - 45% of one-stop connections • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 28% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections San Francisco (SFO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $467 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $964, a difference of $497. 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 Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?

A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield takes 0h 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 $388 to $3,066. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $437.

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

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 53m, compared with 8h 15m via San Francisco (SFO) and 8h 49m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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 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 Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield flight?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield range from $398 to $732, with an average of $516 over the past 12 months. Anything below $398 counts as a good deal.

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

American Airlines ($388) and United Airlines ($388) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

San Francisco (SFO) is the most popular layover for the Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield route. 45% 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 Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $418. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield layovers at 268 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Mon, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 9

1:32 pm - 8:26 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 4:25 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$388American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

2:47 pm - 7:49 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

8h 02m1 stop San Francisco

10:04 am - 9:05 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8h 01m1 stop San Francisco

$388United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

4:18 pm - 8:56 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 38m1 stop Denver Intl

10:04 am - 10:30 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 26m1 stop San Francisco

$388United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

4:13 pm - 8:56 pmBWI Baltimore/Washington-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 43m1 stop Denver Intl

10:04 am - 10:59 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-BWI Baltimore/Washington

9h 55m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

$394United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

11:55 am - 8:56 pmBWI Baltimore/Washington-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

12h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

10:04 am - 10:59 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-BWI Baltimore/Washington

9h 55m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

$399United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Dec 17

7:00 am - 11:21 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 21m1 stop Los Angeles

12:40 pm - 12:59 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9h 19m1 stop Denver Intl

$404United Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 12

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

8h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:12 pm - 7:00 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$428American Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 16

7:00 am - 11:21 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

7h 21m1 stop Los Angeles

4:20 pm - 5:46 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10h 26m1 stop San Francisco

$428United Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 12

6:11 am - 3:31 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

12h 20m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

7:12 pm - 7:00 amBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$437American Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Dec 17

5:00 am - 11:48 amDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field

9h 48m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

10:00 am - 8:56 pmBFL Bakersfield Meadows Field-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 56m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$443American Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield start at $388. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $398 to $732. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $388 on American Airlines.

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

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to Bakersfield (BFL) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield route, averaging $475 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield routes average $553, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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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:

• San Francisco (SFO) - 45% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections

San Francisco (SFO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $467 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $964, a difference of $497. 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 Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?
A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield takes 0h 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 $388 to $3,066. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $437.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield?
Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 53m, compared with 8h 15m via San Francisco (SFO) and 8h 49m via Denver Intl (DEN).
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 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 Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield flight?
Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Bakersfield range from $398 to $732, with an average of $516 over the past 12 months. Anything below $398 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $467 - about $497 less than Monday (52% 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 $673 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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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