Flying from Bakersfield Airport (BFL) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
The timezone in Detroit is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Bakersfield.
To ensure you catch your BFL to DTW flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
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. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bakersfield Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BFL and DTW include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bakersfield Airport (BFL) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Currently, $633 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bakersfield Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $808. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from BFL to DTW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Bakersfield Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BFL to DTW.
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Handy information about Bakersfield Airport (BFL)
BFL is located at 3701 Wings Way.
Bakersfield Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BFL arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
Central Bakersfield to Bakersfield Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BFL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bakersfield Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bakersfield Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and experience more of Detroit and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Detroit Wayne County Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit Wayne County Airport to central Detroit has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bakersfield Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Detroit in March.
Lock in your flight from Bakersfield Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport for July if you'd like to go to Detroit during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BFL to DTW in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Detroit, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 386 kilometres west to Chicago to check off its top sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, Columbus is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
