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$169+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Bakersfield (SFO - 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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BFL
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Bakersfield

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/2510:40 amSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:00 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/249:30 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:00 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/1210:45 amSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/142:10 pmBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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
Tue 12/306:00 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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
Thu 1/152:06 pmBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/2310:40 amSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/276:00 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/199:30 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/212:06 pmBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$379

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Bakersfield

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$169
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$229 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Bakersfield that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Bakersfield that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

Bakersfield

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Mon 1/5

9:30 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 1/15

2:06 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$169

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

10:45 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 1/15

2:06 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$169

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

Thu 12/25

10:40 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 12/29

6:00 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$259

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Fri 12/26

9:30 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 12/30

6:00 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$259

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

10:45 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 1/29

2:06 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$319

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Wed 12/24

9:30 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 12/30

6:00 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$334

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Thu 12/18

9:30 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 1/15

2:06 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$349

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

10:40 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$199

San FranciscoBakersfield

SFO - BFL

SFOBFL

San Francisco

Sat 1/3

9:30 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$199

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Deals found on 12/10

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Bakersfield

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Bakersfield in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 San Francisco-Bakersfield flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Bakersfield flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Bakersfield flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Bakersfield flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco to Bakersfield

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Bakersfield

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Bakersfield (average of $32). Flying from San Francisco to Bakersfield in November is currently the most expensive (average of $97). 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 SFO to BFL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Bakersfield in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Bakersfield, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Bakersfield. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Bakersfield?

    To fly from San Francisco to Bakersfield, you need to book a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Meadows Field (BFL). Nonstop flights to Bakersfield Meadows Field from San Francisco take 1h 09m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from San Francisco to Meadows Field offered by 1 airline.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Bakersfield flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco to Bakersfield Meadows Field was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Bakersfield?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Bakersfield in 1h 10m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San Francisco and Bakersfield is about 238 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($169), offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Bakersfield. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Bakersfield for 39% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Bakersfield?

    Before booking your flight to Bakersfield from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SkyWest Airlines (82%), United Airlines (82%), Air New Zealand( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Bakersfield?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Bakersfield? While on average our users pay $273, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $193. The most popular route (San Francisco - Bakersfield Meadows Field), is priced around $169.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Bakersfield?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Bakersfield?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Bakersfield (average of $32). Flying from San Francisco to Bakersfield in November is currently the most expensive (average of $97). 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 San Francisco to Bakersfield

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Francisco 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$169Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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