Flying from Bakersfield Airport (BFL) to Portland Airport (PDX): what you need to know
Bakersfield and Portland follow the same timezone, UTC-8.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your BFL to PDX flight.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak periods, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bakersfield Airport to Portland Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between BFL and PDX include:
Denver International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bakersfield Airport (BFL) to Portland Airport (PDX)
Right now, P16,080 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bakersfield Airport to Portland Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P18,277. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from BFL to PDX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Bakersfield Airport to Portland Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BFL to PDX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bakersfield Airport to Portland Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bakersfield Airport (BFL)
You'll find BFL at 3701 Wings Way.
Bakersfield Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from BFL land on time.
Central Bakersfield to Bakersfield Airport is approximately 16 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Bakersfield Airport to Portland Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near BFL:
Arriving at Portland Airport (PDX)
Consider booking a hotel close to PDX if you're taking a late Bakersfield Airport to Portland Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Portland Airport rental car and explore Portland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Budget and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Portland Airport around one week in advance.
When to fly to Portland Airport (PDX)
The quietest month for a flight from Bakersfield Airport to Portland Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Portland based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Bakersfield Airport to Portland Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Portland, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BFL to PDX in January. Temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Portland has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometers north of Portland, a visit to Seattle will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
Spokane is another essential stop in the United States and is around 467 kilometers north-east of Portland. No trip is complete without a visit to Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.