HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
San Francisco

$229+ Cheap flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco (BFL - SFO)

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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — SFO
May 18 — May 251
Mon 5/18
Mon 5/25
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Bakersfield to San Francisco

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

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/82:14 pm
BFL
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Sat 5/99:15 am
SFO
-
BFL
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/14$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/72:14 pm
BFL
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Sun 5/109:15 am
SFO
-
BFL
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/17$244
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Thu 9/106:00 am
BFL
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 15m
United Airlines
Sun 9/206:37 pm
SFO
-
BFL
Nonstop1h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/252:05 pm
BFL
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Sun 9/2710:45 am
SFO
-
BFL
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/16$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Thu 4/302:14 pm
BFL
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Sun 5/39:15 am
SFO
-
BFL
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Fri 4/172:01 pm
BFL
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 22m
United Airlines
Thu 4/309:15 am
SFO
-
BFL
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 4/242:01 pm
BFL
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 22m
United Airlines
Fri 5/19:15 am
SFO
-
BFL
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/14$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/101:53 pm
BFL
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 16m
United Airlines
Wed 6/1710:48 pm
SFO
-
BFL
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/17$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Thu 4/162:01 pm
BFL
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 23m
United Airlines
Sat 4/1810:45 am
SFO
-
BFL
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Fri 4/242:01 pm
BFL
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 22m
United Airlines
Mon 4/2710:45 am
SFO
-
BFL
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13$418

Find flight deals from Bakersfield to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bakersfield (BFL) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 April 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$229
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$231

Good round-trip deal

$382 or less

Good one-way deal

$276 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Bakersfield Meadows Field-San Francisco flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Bakersfield Meadows Field-San Francisco flights.
Search Deals
From Bakersfield Meadows Field to San Francisco
Search Deals
One-way flight from Bakersfield Meadows Field to San Francisco
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($37 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Bakersfield Meadows Field to San Francisco.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Bakersfield Meadows Field to San Francisco.
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco 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 April 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 7/22

1:53 pm-3:09 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

10:25 am-11:51 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$229

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 6/10

1:53 pm-3:09 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

San Francisco

Wed 6/17

10:48 pm-12:15 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$229

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 7/10

1:53 pm-3:09 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

San Francisco

Mon 7/13

10:48 pm-12:15 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$299

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 4/30

2:14 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

9:15 am-10:46 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$329

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 4/28

2:01 pm-3:23 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

9:15 am-10:46 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$329

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 4/30

2:14 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

9:15 am-10:46 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$329

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 5/8

12:30 pm-7:10 am

1 stop18h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

9:15 am-10:46 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$413

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 4/29

2:01 pm-3:24 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

9:15 am-10:46 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$419

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 5/7

2:14 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

San Francisco

Fri 5/8

9:15 am-10:46 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$457
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

BakersfieldSan Francisco

BFL - SFO

BFLSFO

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 8/8

6:00 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$229

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/13

Showing 1-10 of 16 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

Compare providers for flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Bakersfield with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco (average of $183). Flying from Bakersfield to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $448). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Bakersfield to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 18, 2026.

When flying from Bakersfield to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated April 18, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,605 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,605 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,605 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Bakersfield Meadows Field to San Francisco if you want to fly from Bakersfield to San Francisco. At least 1 airline has flights from Meadows Field (BFL) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 2 flights to San Francisco from the Bakersfield airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from BFL to SFO to be around 1h 15m.

  • How popular is this Bakersfield to San Francisco flight route?

    This flight path from Bakersfield Meadows Field to San Francisco was viewed by 35 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from Bakersfield to San Francisco in 1h 16m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Bakersfield and San Francisco is about 238 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($168), offers the cheapest pricing from Bakersfield to San Francisco. This flight start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Bakersfield to San Francisco are SkyWest Airlines (71%), United Airlines (71%) and Air New Zealand (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco is generally $438, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $213. When looking at the most popular route, (Bakersfield Meadows Field - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $229 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bakersfield to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco (average of $183). Flying from Bakersfield to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $448). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near San Francisco?

Book flights to San Francisco if you plan to visit one of these locations
South San Francisco
Santa Cruz
Santa Clara
Livermore
Rancho Cordova
San Bruno
Watsonville
San Ramon
Union City
Emeryville
Newark
Vacaville
Roseville
San Carlos
Redwood City
Sunnyvale
Turlock
San Lorenzo
Davis
Manteca

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Bakersfield to San Francisco

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
San Francisco to Las Vegas flights
San Francisco to Los Angeles flights
Los Angeles to San Francisco flights
Los Angeles to Las Vegas flights
Burbank to Las Vegas flights
Santa Ana to Las Vegas flights
Ontario to San Francisco flights
San Francisco to Santa Ana flights
Ontario to Las Vegas flights
San Francisco to Ontario flights
Santa Ana to San Francisco flights
San Jose to Las Vegas flights
Los Angeles to San Jose flights
San Jose to Los Angeles flights
San Francisco to San Diego flights
San Diego to Las Vegas flights
Sacramento to Las Vegas flights
Los Angeles to Sacramento flights
Oakland to Las Vegas flights
Burbank to San Francisco flights
Sacramento to Los Angeles flights
San Diego to San Francisco flights
San Jose to San Diego flights
San Francisco to Burbank flights
San Francisco to Palm Springs flights
San Jose to Ontario flights
Sacramento to San Diego flights
Las Vegas to San Francisco flights
Ontario to Sacramento flights
San Jose to Santa Ana flights
Ontario to San Jose flights
Las Vegas to Los Angeles flights
Sacramento to Ontario flights
Burbank to San Jose flights
Oakland to San Diego flights
Stockton to Las Vegas flights
Santa Ana to San Jose flights
Los Angeles to Reno flights
Reno to Las Vegas flights
Fresno to Las Vegas flights
Las Vegas to Ontario flights
Santa Rosa to Las Vegas flights
San Diego to San Jose flights
San Diego to Sacramento flights
Las Vegas to Santa Ana flights
Burbank to Sacramento flights
Las Vegas to Burbank flights
Sacramento to Santa Ana flights
Long Beach to San Francisco flights
San Diego to Oakland flights

Top airline flying from Bakersfield to San Francisco

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco. 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 April 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.