Cheap Flights from Phoenix to Bakersfield from $286

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Bakersfield (PHX-BFL)?

  Based on Trip.com data, United Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $286 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PHX to BFL on Tue, Apr 14), while American Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $482 departing on Wed, May 20 and returning on Wed, May 27.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Phoenix to Bakersfield with the following airlines, including: American Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Bakersfield (BFL) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 1 hour 37 minutes to fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Bakersfield (BFL).

• When is the best time to book flights from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Bakersfield is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 24 flight per week flying from Phoenix to Bakersfield. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: American Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- AA4957 (07:44) American Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- AA6218 (10:18)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

  To find best deals on flights from Phoenix to Bakersfield, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Apr 14, with one-way flights priced at just $286.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is American Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Bakersfield travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Phoenix (PHX) to Bakersfield (BFL) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Phoenix to Bakersfield is September, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Phoenix to Bakersfield on?

  After crunching the numbers on our April flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Phoenix to Bakersfield on April 21, 2026 with United Airlines, with prices starting at $431.

• Which airports can I fly to for Bakersfield from Phoenix?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Bakersfield, with Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Meadows Field Airport (PHX-BFL) is by far the most common option on this route: Meadows Field Airport (BFL).

• Is there any time difference between Phoenix and Bakersfield?

  The time difference between Bakersfield and Phoenix is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.