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$239+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Bakersfield (RDU - 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.
RDU — BFL
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Bakersfield

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$239
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$373
From Raleigh-Durham to Bakersfield Meadows Field
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/257:00 amRDU - BFL
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
vie. 10/311:04 pmBFL - RDU
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
mié. 10/84:30 pmRDU - BFL
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
mié. 10/155:05 amBFL - RDU
1 stop7h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/88:05 amRDU - BFL
2 stops10h 59mAmerican Airlines
mié. 10/151:04 pmBFL - RDU
2 stops8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/107:00 amRDU - BFL
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
vie. 10/176:46 pmBFL - RDU
2 stops10h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$449
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/107:00 amRDU - BFL
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
dom. 10/126:00 amBFL - RDU
1 stop9h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$488
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/103:13 pmRDU - BFL
1 stop8h 59mAmerican Airlines
lun. 10/131:04 pmBFL - RDU
2 stops8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$534

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Bakersfield that are best for you.

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Raleigh

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RaleighBakersfield

RDU - BFL

RDUBFL

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 10/25

7:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

vie. 10/31

1:04 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$239

RaleighBakersfield

RDU - BFL

RDUBFL

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 10/8

4:30 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

mié. 10/15

5:05 am-3:24 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$240

RaleighBakersfield

RDU - BFL

RDUBFL

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 2/21

4:00 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

mié. 2/25

12:50 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$339

RaleighBakersfield

RDU - BFL

RDUBFL

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 2/21

2:34 pm-9:53 pm

2 stops10h 19m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

mié. 2/25

6:32 am-6:03 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$345

RaleighBakersfield

RDU - BFL

RDUBFL

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 11/1

6:00 am-10:29 pm

2 stops19h 29m

$294

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Deals found on 9/11

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from Raleigh 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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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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Raleigh to Bakersfield by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Aaron,Sep 2023

CLT - ORD

The extra cost of first class was not worth it.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Aaron,Sep 2023

CLT - ORD

The extra cost of first class was not worth it.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Bakersfield?

    There are many flights that can get you from Raleigh to Bakersfield in 7h 28m. Fly via American Airlines or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Raleigh and Bakersfield are separated by a distance of 2243 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Raleigh to Bakersfield round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($149), offers the cheapest pricing from Raleigh to Bakersfield. You may be able to fly from Raleigh to Bakersfield for 62% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Bakersfield?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Bakersfield

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Raleigh 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$149Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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