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$169+ Cheap flights from California to Bakersfield (BFL)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BFL
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Bakersfield

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Bakersfield flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$218
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$194
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$358

Good round-trip deal

$169 or less

Good one-way deal

$263 or less
From California to Bakersfield Meadows Field
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Cheapest flights from California to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/259:30 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/12:10 pmBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$169
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/306:15 amSAN - BFL
1 stop6h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/41:55 pmBFL - SAN
1 stop4h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$218
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/911:03 amSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/121:55 pmBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$224
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2211:03 amSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/22:10 pmBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/188:00 amSAN - BFL
1 stop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/196:15 amBFL - SAN
1 stop3h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$232
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3011:03 amSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/71:55 pmBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/309:30 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/41:55 pmBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/249:30 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/22:10 pmBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1310:35 amSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/141:58 pmBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/294:07 pmSAN - BFL
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/31:55 pmBFL - SAN
1 stop20h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/245:56 pmSAN - BFL
1 stop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/261:55 pmBFL - SAN
1 stop26h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/149:36 amONT - BFL
1 stop13h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/171:55 pmBFL - ONT
1 stop22h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$375

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Bakersfield that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Bakersfield that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Bakersfield

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoBakersfield

SAN - BFL

SANBFL

San Diego

Tue 9/30

6:15 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 10/4

1:55 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$218

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

11:03 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 10/12

1:55 pm-3:21 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$224

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

10:35 am-11:43 am

Nonstop1h 08m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 2/28

2:00 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$229

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

9:30 am-10:53 am

Nonstop1h 23m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 11/15

2:10 pm-3:24 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$229

San DiegoBakersfield

SAN - BFL

SANBFL

San Diego

Sat 10/18

8:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 10/19

6:15 am-10:06 am

1 stop3h 51m

$232

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

9:30 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 10/12

6:15 am-7:26 am

Nonstop1h 11m

$234

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

11:03 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 10/5

1:55 pm-3:21 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$239

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

9:30 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 10/4

1:55 pm-3:21 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$239

San DiegoBakersfield

SAN - BFL

SANBFL

San Diego

Mon 9/29

4:07 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 10/3

1:55 pm-10:06 am

1 stop20h 11m

$352

San DiegoBakersfield

SAN - BFL

SANBFL

San Diego

Wed 9/24

5:56 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 9/26

1:55 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop26h 04m

$367

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Best time to book a flight from California to Bakersfield

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Bakersfield?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from California to Bakersfield in December is currently the most expensive (average of $486). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to BFL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Bakersfield. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Bakersfield as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bakersfield

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bakersfield. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bakersfield. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from California to Bakersfield by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Bakersfield. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 4.7 mi from the city center, Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Bakersfield from California.

  • How long is the flight from California to Bakersfield?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Bakersfield in 6h 10m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. California and Bakersfield are separated by a distance of 215 mi.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Bakersfield?

    The most popular route from California to Bakersfield is San Francisco - Bakersfield Meadows Field. You may also consider Los Angeles - Bakersfield Meadows Field or San Jose - Bakersfield Meadows Field.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Bakersfield that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Bakersfield flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Bakersfield?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Bakersfield.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Bakersfield?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Bakersfield by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Bakersfield?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from California to Bakersfield in December is currently the most expensive (average of $486). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from California to Bakersfield

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$164Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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