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$330+ Cheap flights from Bakersfield (BFL) to New York, NY (NYC)

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 6/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — NYC
Jun 20 — Jun 271
Sat 6/20
Sat 6/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bakersfield to New York

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bakersfield to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 21, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 9/127:40 pm
BFL
-
JFK
1 stop8h 20m
American Airlines
Sat 9/195:24 pm
JFK
-
BFL
1 stop7h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/20$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 8/2612:15 pm
BFL
-
EWR
1 stop8h 44m
American Airlines
Wed 9/912:22 pm
EWR
-
BFL
1 stop10h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Tue 6/1612:40 pm
BFL
-
JFK
1 stop8h 18m
American Airlines
Wed 6/246:59 am
JFK
-
BFL
1 stop7h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/18$376
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/2012:40 pm
BFL
-
JFK
1 stop8h 18m
American Airlines
Tue 6/238:15 am
JFK
-
BFL
2 stops10h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/20$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 9/171:20 pm
BFL
-
JFK
1 stop7h 12m
American Airlines
Wed 9/231:30 pm
JFK
-
BFL
1 stop7h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/20$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Wed 12/912:28 pm
BFL
-
JFK
1 stop7h 31m
American Airlines
Sun 12/136:30 am
JFK
-
BFL
1 stop8h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/16$405
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 10/306:10 am
BFL
-
LGA
1 stop10h 19m
American Airlines
Wed 11/41:25 pm
LGA
-
BFL
1 stop10h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/16$412
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Tue 6/212:15 pm
BFL
-
JFK
1 stop8h 43m
American Airlines
Sat 6/69:29 am
JFK
-
BFL
1 stop9h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/20$422
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 6/94:32 pm
BFL
-
EWR
2 stops14h 30m
American Airlines
Sat 6/137:15 am
EWR
-
BFL
1 stop7h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/17$437
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 9/181:20 pm
BFL
-
JFK
1 stop7h 12m
American Airlines
Wed 9/236:59 am
JFK
-
BFL
1 stop7h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/18$438
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 12/86:00 am
BFL
-
LGA
1 stop9h 04m
American Airlines
Sat 12/126:00 am
LGA
-
BFL
2 stops13h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/16$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Tue 10/206:10 am
BFL
-
EWR
2 stops13h 01m
American Airlines
Tue 11/312:46 pm
EWR
-
BFL
2 stops12h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19$460

Find flight deals from Bakersfield to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bakersfield (BFL) to New York (NYC). 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 May 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$330
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$555
Provider with most accurate pricing for Bakersfield Meadows Field-New York (NYC) flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($132 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Bakersfield to New York 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 May 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bakersfield to New York that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BakersfieldNew York

BFL - JFK

BFLJFK

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 6/16

12:40 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 18m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/24

6:59 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 56m

$330

BakersfieldNew York

BFL - JFK

BFLJFK

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 9/12

6:10 am-9:59 pm

2 stops12h 49m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/19

5:24 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$336

BakersfieldNewark

BFL - EWR

BFLEWR

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 10/30

4:43 pm-5:31 am

1 stop9h 48m

Newark

Wed 11/4

6:39 am-11:38 am

1 stop7h 59m

$358

BakersfieldNew York

BFL - JFK

BFLJFK

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 6/16

12:40 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 18m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/23

6:59 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 56m

$376

BakersfieldNew York

BFL - JFK

BFLJFK

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 9/17

1:20 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop7h 12m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/23

3:25 pm-9:48 pm

2 stops9h 23m

$391

BakersfieldNew York

BFL - JFK

BFLJFK

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 6/20

4:40 pm-5:44 am

1 stop10h 04m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 6/27

6:59 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 56m

$422

BakersfieldNew York

BFL - JFK

BFLJFK

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 6/2

12:15 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 6/6

9:29 am-4:10 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$422

BakersfieldNewark

BFL - EWR

BFLEWR

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 6/9

4:32 pm-10:02 am

2 stops14h 30m

Newark

Sat 6/13

7:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 40m

$437

BakersfieldNew York

BFL - LGA

BFLLGA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 6/5

7:00 am-8:29 pm

1 stop10h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 6/9

6:30 am-12:37 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$484

BakersfieldNew York

BFL - LGA

BFLLGA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 7/22

7:00 am-7:22 pm

1 stop9h 22m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/29

7:30 am-12:36 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$498

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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 Bakersfield to New York in May.
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 Bakersfield-New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Bakersfield-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bakersfield-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bakersfield-New York 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 Bakersfield-New York 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 New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Bakersfield with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Bakersfield to New York

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to New York (average of $244). Flying from Bakersfield to New York in March is currently the most expensive (average of $679). 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 New York?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Bakersfield to New York?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Bakersfield to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Bakersfield to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Bakersfield to New York?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Bakersfield to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Dallas (DFW) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $398.

What’s the fastest layover option from Bakersfield to New York?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Bakersfield to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 19m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Bakersfield to New York?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Bakersfield to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 20m.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated May 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Bakersfield to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,748 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,748 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,748 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,641 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,748 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Bakersfield to New York?

    If you book a flight to New York from Bakersfield, you will be flying from Meadows Field, which is the city’s only airport. Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) is located 4.7 mi from the center of Bakersfield. There are 0 flights from Meadows Field to New York per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Bakersfield to New York?

    A quick flight from Bakersfield to New York can take about 8h 18m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $330. Bakersfield and New York are separated by a distance of 2461 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    American Airlines, at $268, was found to be the cheapest airline from Bakersfield to New York.. You may be able to fly from Bakersfield to New York for 51% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the most popular routes from Bakersfield to New York?

    Most travelers choose Bakersfield Meadows Field - Newark, Bakersfield Meadows Field - New York LaGuardia or Bakersfield Meadows Field - New York John F Kennedy Intl when deciding on the best route from Bakersfield to New York.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Bakersfield to New York?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bakersfield to New York 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 New York?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to New York (average of $244). Flying from Bakersfield to New York in March is currently the most expensive (average of $679). 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 New York

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Bakersfield to New York. 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 May 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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