Flying from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO): what you need to know
Bakersfield and Reno are both in the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BFL to RNO flight.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Meadows Field Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between BFL and RNO include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Denver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
R 3,652 is the lowest price for a one-way Meadows Field Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 4,399. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from BFL to RNO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Meadows Field Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport.
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Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Meadows Field Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
BFL is located at 3701 Wings Way.
84.77% of flights departing from Meadows Field Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from BFL.
Central Bakersfield to Meadows Field Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a convenient hotel near BFL? If you've booked an early flight from Meadows Field Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Meadows Field Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RNO instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Reno/Tahoe International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Alamo and discover more of Reno and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Reno/Tahoe International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to central Reno
You'll find RNO at 2001 East Plumb Lane.
Reno/Tahoe International Airport to the centre of Reno has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
The quietest month for a flight from Meadows Field Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Reno based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Meadows Field Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reno, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BFL to RNO in December. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
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