Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Bakersfield Airport (BFL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bakersfield Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Each week, there are 28 Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bakersfield Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, pick the 07:15 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:20 with American Airlines.
To ensure you get on your PHX to BFL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines has direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bakersfield Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Bakersfield — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
American Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With 78.3% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering PHX to BFL flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bakersfield Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PHX and BFL:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Bakersfield Airport (BFL)
P25,699 is the lowest price for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bakersfield Airport flight. Return flights start from P24,388. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from PHX to BFL by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bakersfield Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
80% of flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from PHX.
To reach Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport from central Phoenix, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near PHX? If you're boarding an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bakersfield Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Bakersfield Airport (BFL)
If you're arriving on a late Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bakersfield Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near BFL:
Pick up a Bakersfield Airport rental car and discover Bakersfield and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
Improve your chances of getting the best deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Bakersfield Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a wise move.
When to fly to Bakersfield Airport (BFL)
Before securing your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bakersfield Airport, think about which time of year works best for you. High season in Bakersfield offers a bustling atmosphere and lots to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Bakersfield is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Bakersfield Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PHX to BFL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Bakersfield. Around 161 kilometers away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United States, consider San Diego, about 338 kilometers south-east of Bakersfield. San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
