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$238+ Cheap flights from Seattle to Bakersfield (SEA - 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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — BFL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) 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 September 11, 2025.

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$238
(United Airlines)

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Average price

$538
From Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Bakersfield Meadows Field
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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/185:31 pmSEA - BFL
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/251:55 pmBFL - SEA
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 9/303:28 pmSEA - BFL
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/81:55 pmBFL - SEA
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 9/263:28 pmSEA - BFL
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/301:55 pmBFL - SEA
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/255:31 pmSEA - BFL
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/291:55 pmBFL - SEA
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/96:30 amSEA - BFL
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/161:04 pmBFL - SEA
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/176:11 amSEA - BFL
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/216:10 amBFL - SEA
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 11/145:20 pmSEA - BFL
1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/175:15 amBFL - SEA
2 stops18h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$411
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 11/71:20 pmSEA - BFL
1 stop9h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/102:10 pmBFL - SEA
1 stop23h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/305:31 pmSEA - BFL
2 stops27h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/71:55 pmBFL - SEA
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$429

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to Bakersfield that are best for you.

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SeattleBakersfield

SEA - BFL

SEABFL

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/18

5:31 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 10/25

1:55 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$238

SeattleBakersfield

SEA - BFL

SEABFL

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 11/14

5:20 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 11/17

2:10 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$238

SeattleBakersfield

SEA - BFL

SEABFL

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/30

3:28 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 10/7

1:55 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$243

SeattleBakersfield

SEA - BFL

SEABFL

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/30

3:28 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 10/8

1:55 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$243

SeattleBakersfield

SEA - BFL

SEABFL

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/26

3:28 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 9/30

1:55 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$248

SeattleBakersfield

SEA - BFL

SEABFL

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 10/9

6:30 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 10/16

1:04 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$268

SeattleBakersfield

SEA - BFL

SEABFL

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 2/28

4:58 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 3/3

2:00 pm-6:17 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$308

SeattleBakersfield

SEA - BFL

SEABFL

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 10/12

5:31 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 10/16

1:55 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$487

SeattleBakersfield

SEA - BFL

SEABFL

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 9/18

6:25 am-10:40 pm

2 stops16h 15m

$497

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Deals found on 9/9

Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Bakersfield

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

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

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SEA to BFL?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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 September 11, 2025.

When flying from Seattle to Bakersfield, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus 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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Seattle 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Seattle to Bakersfield?

    There are many flights that can get you from Seattle to Bakersfield in 5h 10m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. Seattle and Bakersfield are separated by a distance of 846 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Seattle to Bakersfield round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Seattle to Bakersfield is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $233 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $238. American Airlines is priced at 44% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Bakersfield (average of $372). Flying from Seattle 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 2 airlines flying from Seattle to Bakersfield

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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