$169+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield (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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BFL
Jul 21 — Jul 281
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield flight deals. Data was last updated July 16, 2025.
Round-trip from | $169 (United Airlines) |
|---|---|
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $234 |
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to BakersfieldExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 16, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 16, 2025.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Thu 8/79:30 pmSFO - BFL
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/106:15 amBFL - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/15![United Airlines logo]()
$169
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Wed 9/312:30 pmSJC - BFL
1 stop24h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/612:55 pmBFL - SJC
1 stop20h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/14![United Airlines logo]()
$570
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Sat 8/236:30 amSFO - BFL
2 stops12h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/306:10 amBFL - SFO
2 stops12h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/13![American Airlines logo]()
$575
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/317:09 pmSJC - BFL
1 stop40h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/47:10 pmBFL - SJC
1 stop38h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/16![American Airlines logo]()
$843
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield that are best for you.
Fly from
San Francisco Bay Area
Fly to
Bakersfield
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoBakersfield
SFO - BFL
SFOBFL
San Francisco
Thu 8/7
9:30 pm-10:45 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Sun 8/10
6:15 am-7:27 am
Nonstop1h 12m
$169
San JoseBakersfield
SJC - BFL
SJCBFL
San Jose
Wed 9/3
12:30 pm-1:11 pm
1 stop24h 41m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Sat 9/6
12:55 pm-9:51 am
1 stop20h 56m
$570
San FranciscoBakersfield
SFO - BFL
SFOBFL
San Francisco
Sat 8/23
6:30 am-6:35 pm
2 stops12h 05m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Sat 8/30
6:10 am-6:54 pm
2 stops12h 44m
$575
San JoseBakersfield
SJC - BFL
SJCBFL
San Jose
Thu 7/31
7:09 pm-11:59 am
1 stop40h 50m
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Mon 8/4
7:10 pm-9:19 am
1 stop38h 09m
$843
San FranciscoBakersfield
SFO - BFL
SFOBFL
San Francisco
Sat 9/27
11:03 am-12:25 pm
Nonstop1h 22m
$199
San JoseBakersfield
SJC - BFL
SJCBFL
San Jose
Sat 8/16
6:00 am-11:54 am
1 stop29h 54m
$301
San FranciscoBakersfield
SFO - BFL
SFOBFL
San Francisco
Fri 7/25
6:45 pm-11:59 am
1 stop17h 14m
$436
San JoseBakersfield
SJC - BFL
SJCBFL
San Jose
Thu 7/24
7:00 am-1:19 pm
1 stop6h 19m
$738
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield (average of $368). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield in December is currently the most expensive (average of $476). 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 XIH to BFL?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 July 16, 2025.
When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield
Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 16, 2025.
The most flights from zzXIH to BFL are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
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 July 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.4
Food
6.6
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.4
Food
6.6
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.4
Food
6.6
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$164 | Average$253 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |