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Cheap Flights from Bakersfield (BFL) to Phoenix (PHX)

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Phoenix.$557 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Bakersfield on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Bakersfield.Price includes taxes and charges.From $557, select.
Phoenix.$617 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep, returning Sun, 21 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Bakersfield on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Bakersfield.Price includes taxes and charges.From $617, select.
Phoenix.$661 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Bakersfield on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Bakersfield.Price includes taxes and charges.From $661, select.
Phoenix.$668 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jul, returning Sat, 12 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Bakersfield on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in Bakersfield.Price includes taxes and charges.From $668, select.
Phoenix.$1,019 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Bakersfield on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Bakersfield.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,019, select.
Phoenix.$1,034 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Bakersfield on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Bakersfield.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,034, select.
Phoenix.$2,809 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Bakersfield on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Bakersfield.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,809, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bakersfield to Phoenix Sky Harbor

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bakersfield to Phoenix Sky Harbor flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Direct flights from Bakersfield to Phoenix Sky Harbor

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Bakersfield to Phoenix: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$557
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 37 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week56

Finding cheap flights from Bakersfield to Phoenix Sky Harbor: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Bakersfield to Phoenix Sky Harbor is $557. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Bakersfield to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
American Airlines, SkyWest Airlines and Envoy Air fly direct from Bakersfield to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
As of July 2025, there are 56 flights per week flying from Bakersfield to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
The cheapest month to fly from Bakersfield to Phoenix Sky Harbor is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Bakersfield Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on Wednesday, 20 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbor but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phoenix is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Phoenix Sky Harbor.

Flying from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Bakersfield and Phoenix share the same timezone, UTC-7.

  • Flights from BFL to PHX start from 06:10 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 21:28 with American Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 31 weekly Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your BFL to PHX flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • American Airlines has direct flights from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Phoenix — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is American Airlines.

  • American Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for BFL to PHX flights, with 84.89% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BFL and PHX include:

    • San Francisco International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight is $569. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $557. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Score cheap tickets from BFL to PHX by booking ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from BFL to PHX is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.

Handy information about Meadows Field Airport (BFL)

  • The address for BFL is 3701 Wings Way.

  • Meadows Field Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 84.77% of flights that take off from BFL reach their destination on time.

  • Meadows Field Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Bakersfield. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Need a convenient hotel near BFL? If you're boarding an early flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix

  • You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

  • From Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, Phoenix is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Phoenix based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BFL to PHX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Phoenix is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 483 kilometres west of Phoenix, a trip to San Diego will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • If there's time to check out another side of United States, head for Las Vegas, roughly 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are key highlights.

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