Travelling from Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Phoenix's main airport, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Explore your options for catching a flight from Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL) departing from this base.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 35 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport flight.
Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport is located in Bakersfield. The city operates on the UTC-8 timezone and is one hour behind Phoenix.
The busiest route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL), with 26 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from PHX to BFL is the 7:15am American Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 9:20pm with American Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Phoenix to BFL, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more people on the move during busy periods like March, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
You can take a direct flight from Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL) out of Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
When departing from PHX, you can catch a direct flight from Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport with American Airlines.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from PHX to BFL.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.3% of its services arriving on schedule.
Located around 5 kilometres from central Phoenix, PHX can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PHX make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
AZA is around 32 kilometres from central Phoenix. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport the day before your Phoenix to BFL flight:
Flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport are known for their punctuality, with 82% of them arriving right on cue.
You'll find AZA at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BFL:
BFL is located at 3701 Wings Way.
Getting from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to central Bakersfield
Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Bakersfield. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport is R 6,744. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,613. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book two months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Phoenix to BFL.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for landing cheap Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
November is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL). Plan your visit to Bakersfield in September if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Phoenix to BFL plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bakersfield to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport in January when temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Bakersfield
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Bakersfield right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Phoenix to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art are highlights which should be on any good Bakersfield itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Bakersfield will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 177 kilometres southeast of Bakersfield, a visit to Los Angeles will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Fresno is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres northwest of Bakersfield. No journey is complete without seeing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
