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$129+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, 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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BFL
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Bakersfield

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/249:30 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:00 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$253
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/3110:40 amSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:00 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/179:51 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/246:00 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/269:30 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:06 pmBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/279:30 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:00 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2310:40 amSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/306:00 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/189:30 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/232:06 pmBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2310:40 amSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/266:00 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$444

Find flight deals from Salinas to Bakersfield

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Round-trip from

$169
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(United Airlines)

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Average price

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

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Bakersfield

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

10:52 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 2/24

2:05 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$229

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

10:40 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 1/4

6:00 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$259

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

10:40 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 1/5

6:00 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$259

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

10:45 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 1/22

2:06 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$319

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

10:45 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 1/17

2:06 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$334

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

10:45 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$129

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

10:45 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$199

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

9:00 pm-9:04 pm

2 stops24h 04m

$243

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

6:00 pm-9:20 am

1 stop15h 20m

$280

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Mon 12/22

10:40 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$429

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Bakersfield

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Bakersfield (average of $32). Flying from Salinas to Bakersfield in July is currently the most expensive (average of $116). 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 S9N to BFL?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Salinas to Bakersfield at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Salinas to Bakersfield to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

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
9,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

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 Salinas 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 Salinas?

    For a flight from Salinas to Bakersfield, you will be flying into Meadows Field. Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) is just 4.7 mi from the center of the city. Meadows Field is the only Bakersfield airport and it handles 1 inbound flight from Salinas per day. 1 airline has flights to Bakersfield Meadows Field from Salinas on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Salinas to Bakersfield flight route?

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from Salinas to Bakersfield Meadows Field.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Bakersfield?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Salinas to Bakersfield in about 1h 22m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Salinas and Bakersfield is about 238 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Bakersfield?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Salinas to Bakersfield are SkyWest Airlines (78%), United Airlines (78%) and Air New Zealand (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Bakersfield?

    The cheapest flight price from Salinas to Bakersfield is $193. On average you can expect to pay $248. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Bakersfield Meadows Field), can usually be booked for $169.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Bakersfield (average of $32). Flying from Salinas to Bakersfield in July is currently the most expensive (average of $116). 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 Salinas to Bakersfield

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Salinas 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$169Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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