$383+ 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 12/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — BFL
Nov 14 — Nov 211
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to BakersfieldExplore 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 October 15, 2026.
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 October 15, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Fri 11/64:40 pm -
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Mon 11/94:22 pm -
1 stop10h 11m
Deal found 10/12![United Airlines logo]()
$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/62:12 pm -
1 stop9h 09m
Mon 11/99:59 am -
2 stops10h 46m
Deal found 10/15![American Airlines logo]()
$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 12/114:20 pm -
2 stops10h 24m
Mon 12/145:00 am -
2 stops9h 39m
Deal found 10/13![United Airlines logo]()
$459
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Thu 10/294:40 pm -
1 stop9h 09m
Mon 11/26:05 am -
2 stops12h 14m
Deal found 10/14![United Airlines logo]()
$474
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/292:13 pm -
1 stop8h 51m
Mon 11/212:50 pm -
1 stop7h 09m
Deal found 10/14![American Airlines logo]()
$488
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/158:00 am -
2 stops10h 37m
Tue 10/2010:05 am -
2 stops11h 08m
Deal found 10/13![American Airlines logo]()
$514
Best flights from Raleigh to BakersfieldDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Raleigh to Bakersfield that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 15, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Raleigh to Bakersfield that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 15, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Fri 11/64:40 pm -
1 stop9h 09m
Mon 11/94:22 pm -
1 stop10h 11m
Deal found 10/12![United Airlines logo]()
$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/62:12 pm -
1 stop9h 09m
Mon 11/99:59 am -
2 stops10h 46m
Deal found 10/15![American Airlines logo]()
$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/304:03 pm -
1 stop8h 21m
Tue 2/25:00 am -
1 stop6h 56m
Deal found 10/11![United Airlines logo]()
$480
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/292:13 pm -
1 stop8h 51m
Mon 11/212:50 pm -
1 stop7h 09m
Deal found 10/14![American Airlines logo]()
$488
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 1/94:03 pm -
1 stop8h 21m
Tue 1/125:00 am -
1 stop6h 56m
Deal found 10/13![United Airlines logo]()
$480
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Thu 10/296:15 am -
2 stops12h 17m
Mon 11/25:00 am -
2 stops9h 41m
Deal found 10/14![United Airlines logo]()
$495
Last-minute flights from Raleigh to BakersfieldDiscover last-minute flight deals from Raleigh to Bakersfield. Data last updated October 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Raleigh to Bakersfield. Data last updated October 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/158:00 am -
2 stops10h 37m
Tue 10/2010:05 am -
2 stops11h 08m
Deal found 10/13![American Airlines logo]()
$514
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Thu 10/155:26 pm -
1 stop9h 33m
Tue 10/209:54 am -
2 stops11h 05m
Deal found 10/13![United Airlines logo]()
$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Thu 10/227:25 am -
1 stop7h 23m
Mon 10/2612:37 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 10/11![American Airlines logo]()
$525
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Thu 10/294:40 pm -
1 stop9h 09m
Mon 11/26:05 am -
2 stops12h 14m
Deal found 10/14![United Airlines logo]()
$474
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/292:13 pm -
1 stop8h 51m
Mon 11/212:50 pm -
1 stop7h 09m
Deal found 10/14![American Airlines logo]()
$488
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Fri 11/64:40 pm -
1 stop9h 09m
Mon 11/94:22 pm -
1 stop10h 11m
Deal found 10/12![United Airlines logo]()
$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/62:12 pm -
1 stop9h 09m
Mon 11/99:59 am -
2 stops10h 46m
Deal found 10/15![American Airlines logo]()
$454
One-way flights from Raleigh to BakersfieldSearch for one-way flight options from Raleigh to Bakersfield. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 15, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Raleigh to Bakersfield. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 15, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/284:58 pm -
1 stop9h 19m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/12![American Airlines logo]()
$383
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Thu 12/317:00 am -
2 stops11h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/11![American Airlines logo]()
$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Mon 12/286:12 am -
2 stops12h 06m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/12![United Airlines logo]()
$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/3110:35 am -
3 stops16h 23m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/11![United Airlines logo]()
$484
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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 October 15, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $408 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $383 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $428 |
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RaleighBakersfield
RDU Raleigh-Durham - BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
RDUBFL
Raleigh-Durham
Mon 12/28
4:58 pm-11:17 pm
1 stop9h 19m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$383
RaleighBakersfield
RDU Raleigh-Durham - BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
RDUBFL
Raleigh-Durham
Thu 12/31
7:00 am-3:35 pm
2 stops11h 35m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$389
RaleighBakersfield
RDU Raleigh-Durham - BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
RDUBFL
Raleigh-Durham
Mon 12/28
6:12 am-3:18 pm
2 stops12h 06m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$399
RaleighBakersfield
RDU Raleigh-Durham - BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
RDUBFL
Raleigh-Durham
Fri 11/6
4:40 pm-10:49 pm
1 stop9h 09m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Mon 11/9
4:22 pm-5:33 am
1 stop10h 11m
$408
RaleighBakersfield
RDU Raleigh-Durham - BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
RDUBFL
Raleigh-Durham
Fri 11/6
2:12 pm-8:21 pm
1 stop9h 09m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Mon 11/9
9:59 am-11:45 pm
2 stops10h 46m
$454
RaleighBakersfield
RDU Raleigh-Durham - BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
RDUBFL
Raleigh-Durham
Sat 1/30
4:03 pm-9:24 pm
1 stop8h 21m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Tue 2/2
5:00 am-2:56 pm
1 stop6h 56m
$480
RaleighBakersfield
RDU Raleigh-Durham - BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
RDUBFL
Raleigh-Durham
Sat 1/9
4:03 pm-9:24 pm
1 stop8h 21m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Tue 1/12
5:00 am-2:56 pm
1 stop6h 56m
$480
RaleighBakersfield
RDU Raleigh-Durham - BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
RDUBFL
Raleigh-Durham
Thu 12/31
10:35 am-11:58 pm
3 stops16h 23m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$484
RaleighBakersfield
RDU Raleigh-Durham - BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
RDUBFL
Raleigh-Durham
Thu 10/29
2:13 pm-8:04 pm
1 stop8h 51m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Mon 11/2
12:50 pm-10:59 pm
1 stop7h 09m
$488
RaleighBakersfield
RDU Raleigh-Durham - BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field
RDUBFL
Raleigh-Durham
Thu 10/29
6:15 am-3:32 pm
2 stops12h 17m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Mon 11/2
5:00 am-5:41 pm
2 stops9h 41m
$495
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Bakersfield in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Bakersfield flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Bakersfield flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Bakersfield flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-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 Raleigh-Bakersfield flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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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 October 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and 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.
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Food
6.7
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySimon,Jun 2024
LAS - LAX
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Food
6.7
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySimon,Jun 2024
LAS - LAX
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Food
6.7
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySimon,Jun 2024
LAS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$303 | Average$643 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$318 | Average$538 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |