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$349+ Cheap flights from Tampa to Bakersfield (TPA - 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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — BFL
Apr 17 — Apr 241
Fri 4/17
Fri 4/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to Bakersfield

Cheapest flights from Tampa to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 18, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/183:13 pm
TPA
-
BFL
1 stop8h 57m
American Airlines
Wed 1/66:15 am
BFL
-
TPA
1 stop7h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Sat 12/56:30 am
TPA
-
BFL
1 stop8h 42m
United Airlines
Wed 12/912:50 pm
BFL
-
TPA
1 stop7h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/13$478
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 3/267:27 am
TPA
-
BFL
1 stop7h 43m
American Airlines
Thu 4/26:44 pm
BFL
-
TPA
1 stop7h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$488
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Fri 6/194:52 pm
TPA
-
BFL
1 stop8h 47m
American Airlines
Tue 6/237:00 am
BFL
-
TPA
1 stop8h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$508

Find flight deals from Tampa to Bakersfield

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) 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 March 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$488
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

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

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

TampaBakersfield

TPA - BFL

TPABFL

Tampa

Fri 6/19

4:52 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 6/23

7:00 am-5:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$488

TampaBakersfield

TPA - BFL

TPABFL

Tampa

Tue 5/26

5:45 am-12:37 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 6/2

7:00 am-6:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$518

TampaBakersfield

TPA - BFL

TPABFL

Tampa

Tue 4/7

11:20 am-6:29 pm

2 stops10h 09m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 4/14

6:00 am-9:00 pm

2 stops12h 00m

$529

TampaBakersfield

TPA - BFL

TPABFL

Tampa

Fri 5/29

7:15 am-4:13 pm

2 stops11h 58m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 6/5

12:15 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$564

TampaBakersfield

TPA - BFL

TPABFL

Tampa

Fri 6/19

7:27 pm-11:51 am

2 stops19h 24m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 6/23

1:53 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops25h 02m

$737

TampaBakersfield

TPA - BFL

TPABFL

Tampa

Mon 6/15

3:25 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops9h 32m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 6/19

9:37 am-11:57 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$745
Cheapest one-way

TampaBakersfield

TPA - BFL

TPABFL

Tampa

Fri 5/8

6:44 pm-9:24 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$349
Quickest one-way

TampaBakersfield

TPA - BFL

TPABFL

Tampa

Mon 4/20

5:42 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$377

TampaBakersfield

TPA - BFL

TPABFL

Tampa

Mon 4/20

6:21 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops20h 51m

$379

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Deals found on 3/17

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Compare providers for flights from Tampa 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 Tampa to Bakersfield in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Tampa-Bakersfield flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Tampa-Bakersfield flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Tampa-Bakersfield flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Tampa-Bakersfield flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Tampa-Bakersfield flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Bakersfield (average of $111). Flying from Tampa to Bakersfield in January is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 March 18, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Tampa to Bakersfield, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,468 reviews

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MIA - SFO

Horrible. When they power flights for other airlines there is nothing they can do to change or accommodate any changes
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,468 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,468 reviews

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MIA - SFO

Horrible. When they power flights for other airlines there is nothing they can do to change or accommodate any changes

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Tampa to Bakersfield?

    There are many flights that can get you from Tampa to Bakersfield in 8h 47m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 2193 mi between Tampa and Bakersfield.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($298), offers the cheapest pricing from Tampa to Bakersfield. Users have found that American Airlines is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Bakersfield (average of $111). Flying from Tampa to Bakersfield in January is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 Tampa to Bakersfield

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Tampa 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 March 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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