Travelling from Bakersfield Airport (BFL) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Bakersfield and Seattle share the same timezone, UTC-8.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your BFL to SEA flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bakersfield Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between BFL and SEA:
Denver International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Handy information about Bakersfield Airport (BFL)
BFL is located at 3701 Wings Way.
81% of flights departing from Bakersfield Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of BFL.
To get to Bakersfield Airport from central Bakersfield, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near BFL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bakersfield Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Book a hotel near SEA if you're on a late Bakersfield Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget to explore Seattle and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to the centre of Seattle has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bakersfield Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Seattle in March.
Lock in your flight from Bakersfield Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Seattle during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BFL to SEA in February. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
