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$233+ Cheap flights from Bakersfield (BFL) to Salem, OR

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 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — PDX
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bakersfield to Salem. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/106:17 amBFL - PDX
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/168:35 amPDX - BFL
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$253
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/146:15 amBFL - PDX
1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/166:00 amPDX - BFL
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 12/102:10 pmBFL - PDX
1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/165:00 amPDX - BFL
2 stops17h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$392
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/1512:25 pmBFL - PDX
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/2211:44 amPDX - BFL
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$489
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/1512:55 pmBFL - PDX
2 stops22h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/223:54 pmPDX - BFL
1 stop6h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$609
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 11/1712:25 pmBFL - PDX
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/213:15 pmPDX - BFL
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$652
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/712:25 pmBFL - PDX
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/811:40 amPDX - BFL
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$664
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sun 11/25:15 amBFL - PDX
3 stops19h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/86:00 amPDX - BFL
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$673
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sun 11/25:17 amBFL - PDX
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/88:35 amPDX - BFL
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$723

Cheap flight deals from Bakersfield to Salem

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Bakersfield to Salem flight deals. Data was last updated November 4, 2025.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$253
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$233
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$403
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bakersfield to Salem that are best for you.

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BakersfieldPortland

BFL - PDX

BFLPDX

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 12/10

6:17 am-1:34 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Portland

Tue 12/16

8:35 am-4:04 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$253

BakersfieldPortland

BFL - PDX

BFLPDX

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 2/21

2:05 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Portland

Tue 2/24

7:30 am-12:14 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$308

BakersfieldPortland

BFL - PDX

BFLPDX

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 1/9

2:06 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Portland

Wed 1/14

7:45 am-12:06 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$308

BakersfieldPortland

BFL - PDX

BFLPDX

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 11/14

6:15 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 38m

Portland

Sun 11/16

6:00 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

$328

BakersfieldPortland

BFL - PDX

BFLPDX

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 12/10

2:10 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Portland

Tue 12/16

5:00 am-10:41 pm

2 stops17h 41m

$392

BakersfieldPortland

BFL - PDX

BFLPDX

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 12/16

6:17 am-1:34 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$233

BakersfieldPortland

BFL - PDX

BFLPDX

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 11/19

2:10 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$326

BakersfieldPortland

BFL - PDX

BFLPDX

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 11/19

12:25 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$326

BakersfieldPortland

BFL - PDX

BFLPDX

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 12/16

5:15 am-11:03 am

2 stops29h 48m

$327

BakersfieldPortland

BFL - PDX

BFLPDX

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 11/11

2:10 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$384

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Best time to book a flight from Bakersfield to Salem

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Salem (average of $98). Flying from Bakersfield to Salem in March is currently the most expensive (average of $158). 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 BFL to SA8?

Find hourly flight availability from Bakersfield to Salem. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 4, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Bakersfield to Salem in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 57% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Salem

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salem. 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 Salem. Reviews last updated November 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Bakersfield to Salem 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
9,002 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

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
9,002 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,002 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

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
11,040 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,002 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

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

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

    Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL), located 4.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Bakersfield to Salem. 2 airlines have flights from Meadows Field to Salem on a regular basis. Booking flights from Bakersfield Meadows Field to Salem should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Salem per day.

  • How long is the flight from Bakersfield to Salem?

    Departing from Bakersfield to Salem will take you 4h 42m. There are 725 mi between Bakersfield and Salem. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Salem (average of $98). Flying from Bakersfield to Salem in March is currently the most expensive (average of $158). 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 Salem

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Bakersfield to Salem. 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 November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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