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$194+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield (BFL)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/18. 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 Riverside to Bakersfield

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

Round-trip from

$377
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$194
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$358
From Riverside to Bakersfield Meadows Field
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One-way flight from Riverside to Bakersfield Meadows Field
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside 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 9/12. 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.
Sat 10/1111:40 amLAX - BFL
1 stop11h 01mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/186:15 amBFL - LAX
1 stop13h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$377
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 10/1411:40 amLAX - BFL
1 stop11h 01mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/171:55 pmBFL - LAX
1 stop25h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$385
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.
Mon 10/136:00 amLAX - BFL
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/201:55 pmBFL - LAX
1 stop3h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$388
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 10/318:20 amLAX - BFL
2 stops14h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/25:15 amBFL - LAX
1 stop26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$410
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.
Fri 10/246:00 amLAX - BFL
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/256:15 amBFL - LAX
1 stop17h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$422
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.
Thu 10/25:39 pmLAX - BFL
1 stop5h 02mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/56:15 amBFL - LAX
2 stops26h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$447

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

Fly from

Riverside

Fly to

Bakersfield

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Sat 10/11

11:40 am-10:41 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 10/18

6:15 am-7:17 pm

1 stop13h 02m

$377

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

11:40 am-10:41 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 10/17

1:55 pm-2:57 pm

1 stop25h 02m

$385

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Mon 10/13

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 10/20

1:55 pm-5:42 pm

1 stop3h 47m

$388

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Fri 10/31

8:20 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop26h 09m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 11/2

2:10 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 25m

$410

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Fri 10/24

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 10/25

6:15 am-11:47 pm

1 stop17h 32m

$422

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Sat 10/18

5:39 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$194

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Wed 10/1

4:10 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$259

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Mon 10/13

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$289

Los AngelesBakersfield

LAX - BFL

LAXBFL

Los Angeles

Sun 10/12

6:00 am-10:41 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$472

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Deals found on 9/14

Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Bakersfield

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riverside to Bakersfield

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

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

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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from Riverside to Bakersfield. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

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

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

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 Riverside 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 Riverside?

    If you book a flight to Bakersfield from Riverside, you will be flying to Meadows Field, which is the city’s only airport. Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) is located 4.7 mi from the center of Bakersfield. There are 0 flights from Riverside to Meadows Field per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Riverside to Bakersfield?

    For as low as $377, United Airlines can have you in Bakersfield from Riverside in 11h 01m. The distance between Riverside and Bakersfield is about 109 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Riverside 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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