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Cheap flights to Bakersfield from £482

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — BFL
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult
Mon 29/4
Mon 6/5

Cheap flights to Bakersfield in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Bakersfield in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,181 searches and data was last updated on 24 April 2024.
Wed 8/507:30AUS - BFL
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/513:35BFL - AUS
2 stops8h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/4£482
Wed 8/507:00AUS - BFL
2 stops14h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/513:35BFL - AUS
2 stops8h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/4£486
Wed 8/507:30AUS - BFL
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/513:35BFL - AUS
2 stops16h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4£487
Wed 8/507:00AUS - BFL
2 stops14h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/513:35BFL - AUS
2 stops16h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4£491
Wed 8/507:30AUS - BFL
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/508:45BFL - AUS
1 stop10h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4£498
Thu 9/516:30AUS - BFL
2 stops29h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 13/513:35BFL - AUS
2 stops8h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4£517

Bakersfield 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Bakersfield in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 928,181 searches and data were last updated on 24 April 2024.
Wed 8/507:30AUS - BFL
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/513:35BFL - AUS
2 stops8h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/4£482
Wed 8/507:00AUS - BFL
2 stops14h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/513:35BFL - AUS
2 stops8h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/4£486
Wed 8/507:30AUS - BFL
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/513:35BFL - AUS
2 stops16h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4£487
Wed 8/507:00AUS - BFL
2 stops14h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/513:35BFL - AUS
2 stops16h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4£491
Wed 8/507:30AUS - BFL
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/508:45BFL - AUS
1 stop10h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4£498
Thu 9/516:30AUS - BFL
2 stops29h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 13/513:35BFL - AUS
2 stops8h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4£517

When is the cheapest time to fly to Bakersfield?

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Users looking for the lowest fares to Bakersfield should consider flying on Monday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Located in Kern County, California, Bakersfield is a large US city with diverse opportunities for tourism and travel. Bakersfield is credited with being one of the fastest growing cities in the US, having grown by 400% in the past 40 years, and was recently awarded the “All-America City Award”. The surrounding area is home to the picturesque Sequoia National Forest, and the city itself, as well as the nearby suburbs, are full of quirky destinations, seasonal attractions, and shops. Whether travelling solo, as a couple or a family, there is plenty to experience in the city and the surrounding area. There are many museums available for the curious, such as the Kern County Museum, which paints a “Wild West” picture of the city’s earliest inhabitants. There is also the California Area Living Museum, which is a zoo full of many wild creatures, ranging from black bears, to wolves and bobcats. Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre in the central part of the city is where all the major entertainment and sporting events take place, from ice hockey to basketball. There is a large rural presence in the immediate area, with plenty of ranches, farmsteads, and race tracks where visitors can enjoy outdoor activities, such as horse riding, trail running, and the increasingly popular racing events – NASCAR.

Getting around Bakersfield

Bakersfield is a large transport hub in California, and visitors can enjoy easy rail, bus, and highway access. Three motorways cut through the city; State Routes 58, 99, and 178. Amtrak Railway Station can be found in the city centre and there are around 18 bus routes throughout the city operated by Golden Empire transit District. Guided tours, both on foot and by bus, are provided by the Bakersfield Convention and Visitors Bureau, and are the ideal way to experience an introduction to the area courtesy of trained guides.

  • When is the best time to fly to Bakersfield?

    The Off-peak season, generally during the first and last months of the year, are ideal times to visit as the weather is a pleasant 17°C on average, and is also when most of the local events take place. Bakersfield is home to plenty of seasonal festivals throughout the year, which of course visitors welcome to take part. During the spring season, from mid-March to mid-June, the city is home to California’s Scottish Games and Clan Gatherings, celebrating the local Scottish heritage. There is also the Kern County Fair during mid to late September. The ideal times to travel are around the US holiday period when many people typically spend time with family, such as Thanksgiving (late November), the New Year period, and the Spring Break period between March and April.

  • What does BFL mean?

    Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport is BFL. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Bakersfield?

    Travelers will need to book flights to Meadows Field (BFL) if they wish to fly to Bakersfield. The Bakersfield airport is 4.7 mi from the city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Bakersfield if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Bakersfield on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Bakersfield?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Finnair is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Bakersfield.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Bakersfield?

    null is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Bakersfield. One-way flights to null typically cost null, while return flights cost around null.

  • Does Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport?

    Yes. Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Woodspring Suites Bakersfield Airport is the closest property to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (1.0 mi away from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport).

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