What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Orleans to Bakersfield round-trip?

Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Bakersfield, with prices starting at $253. American Airlines is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Bakersfield?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Bakersfield flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bakersfield ranges from 0.0 - 1.2 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.2 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Bakersfield when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bakersfield, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Bakersfield?

Wednesday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from New Orleans to Bakersfield. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Bakersfield.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Bakersfield?

January can be a great time to fly to Bakersfield from New Orleans with a flight ticket averaging about $398. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of January for as cheap as $253. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March.

Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans 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.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from New Orleans 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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It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to Bakersfield in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from New Orleans to Bakersfield have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Oct 2024

MSY - DCA

On time flight. Cabin not cleaned prior to flight. Trash in seat pocket.

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7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Oct 2024

MSY - DCA

On time flight. Cabin not cleaned prior to flight. Trash in seat pocket.

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Orleans to Bakersfield round-trip?
Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Bakersfield, with prices starting at $253. American Airlines is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Bakersfield flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield.
Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Bakersfield?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from New Orleans 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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