Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Meadows Field Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
You can choose from 31 weekly Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Meadows Field Airport flights. The 07:15 departure with American Airlines is the earliest available. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:55.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PHX to BFL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
American Airlines has direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Meadows Field Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Bakersfield — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
With a reliable 83.63% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PHX to BFL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Meadows Field Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PHX and BFL:
San Francisco International Airport
Denver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
Right now, $212 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Meadows Field Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $382. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from PHX to BFL by booking eight 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 Harbor International Airport to Meadows Field Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from PHX to BFL.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PHX land at their destination as scheduled 82.57% of the time.
Central Phoenix to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is approximately 5 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Meadows Field Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near PHX:
Arriving at Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
Book a hotel near BFL if you're on a late Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Meadows Field Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Meadows Field Airport rental car and explore Bakersfield and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
Increase the odds of securing a great price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Meadows Field Airport several weeks in advance is a smart move.
Getting from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to central Bakersfield
BFL is located at 3701 Wings Way.
Meadows Field Airport to central Bakersfield has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 miles away.
When to fly to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Meadows Field Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Bakersfield in February.
The warmest month in Bakersfield is July, with the temperature ranging between 64ºF and 104ºF. Lock in your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Meadows Field Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
December has average temperatures of between 34ºF and 63ºF. Look for cheap tickets from PHX to BFL sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bakersfield. Around 100 miles away to the south-east, its best attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 210 miles south-east of Bakersfield, San Diego is another favorite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
