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Cheap flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield (MSY - BFL)

MSY — BFL
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Bakersfield

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Bakersfield (BFL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$398
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Bakersfield in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Bakersfield flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Bakersfield flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Bakersfield flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Bakersfield flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New Orleans-Bakersfield flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Bakersfield

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Bakersfield

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 $165). Flying from New Orleans to Bakersfield in November is currently the most expensive (average of $387). 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 MSY to BFL?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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 October 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to Bakersfield in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 October 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Bakersfield round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Bakersfield, with prices starting at $253. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $273 round trip. American Airlines is currently priced 37% 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 $165). Flying from New Orleans to Bakersfield in November is currently the most expensive (average of $387). 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 2 airlines flying from New Orleans to Bakersfield

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Bakersfield. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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