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$358+ Cheap flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh (BFL - RDU)

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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — RDU
Mar 25 — Apr 11
Wed 3/25
Wed 4/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bakersfield to Raleigh

Cheapest flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bakersfield to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 23, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1412:54 pm
BFL
-
RDU
1 stop7h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 4/186:05 am
RDU
-
BFL
1 stop9h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/20$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 4/146:00 am
BFL
-
RDU
1 stop9h 36m
American Airlines
Sat 4/181:09 pm
RDU
-
BFL
2 stops11h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/22$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 3/1012:40 pm
BFL
-
RDU
1 stop7h 37m
American Airlines
Sat 3/145:20 pm
RDU
-
BFL
1 stop8h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/23$569
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 2/285:05 am
BFL
-
RDU
1 stop6h 55m
United Airlines
Wed 3/44:06 pm
RDU
-
BFL
1 stop8h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/22$618
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/75:05 am
BFL
-
RDU
2 stops14h 04m
United Airlines
Wed 3/1110:22 am
RDU
-
BFL
2 stops13h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/20$634

Find flight deals from Bakersfield to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bakersfield (BFL) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 February 23, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$358
(United Airlines)

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Average price

$463
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh 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 February 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Bakersfield

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Raleigh

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Depart

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Price

BakersfieldRaleigh

BFL - RDU

BFLRDU

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 4/14

12:54 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/18

6:05 am-12:12 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$358

BakersfieldRaleigh

BFL - RDU

BFLRDU

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 4/14

6:00 am-6:36 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/18

1:09 pm-9:33 pm

2 stops11h 24m

$399

BakersfieldRaleigh

BFL - RDU

BFLRDU

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 3/7

1:00 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/11

4:12 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$624

BakersfieldRaleigh

BFL - RDU

BFLRDU

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 6/19

1:53 pm-5:25 am

1 stop12h 32m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 7/1

6:35 am-12:15 am

1 stop20h 40m

$686

BakersfieldRaleigh

BFL - RDU

BFLRDU

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 3/25

12:40 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/27

1:13 pm-10:49 pm

2 stops12h 36m

$762

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Deals found on 2/20

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from Bakersfield with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Bakersfield to Raleigh

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Raleigh (average of $235). Flying from Bakersfield to Raleigh in February is currently the most expensive (average of $354). 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 Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated February 23, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Bakersfield to Raleigh 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
9,342 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,342 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,342 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,339 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,342 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Bakersfield to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh?

    A quick flight from Bakersfield to Raleigh can take about 7h 25m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $358. There are 2243 mi between Bakersfield and Raleigh. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Raleigh, with prices starting at $240. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $304 round trip. American Airlines is 48% 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 Raleigh that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Raleigh (average of $235). Flying from Bakersfield to Raleigh in February is currently the most expensive (average of $354). 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 Bakersfield to Raleigh

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Bakersfield to Raleigh. 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 February 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$240Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$304Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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