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$278+ Cheap flights from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (BFL - DTW)

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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — DTW
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bakersfield to Detroit

Cheapest flights from Bakersfield to Detroit
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Fri 12/1912:45 pmBFL - DTW
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/204:16 pmDTW - BFL
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$912

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bakersfield (BFL) to Detroit (DTW). 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

$278
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$749
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($103 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Bakersfield

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BakersfieldDetroit

BFL - DTW

BFLDTW

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 1/22

6:15 am-4:32 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

6:35 am-11:52 am

1 stop8h 17m

$278

BakersfieldDetroit

BFL - DTW

BFLDTW

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 1/17

12:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/21

9:00 am-1:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$368

BakersfieldDetroit

BFL - DTW

BFLDTW

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 1/3

6:49 pm-9:21 am

2 stops11h 32m

$484

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Deals found on 12/9

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Bakersfield to Detroit in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 Bakersfield-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Bakersfield-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bakersfield-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bakersfield-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Bakersfield-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Bakersfield to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $159). Flying from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Bakersfield to Detroit. 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 Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 7h 17m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 1962 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($278), offers the cheapest pricing from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. American Airlines is 47% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bakersfield to Detroit 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 Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $159). Flying from Bakersfield to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 Bakersfield to Detroit

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Bakersfield to Detroit. 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
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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