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On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets from Reno to Bakersfield. Since the 467 km route is only operated with a layover through San Francisco International Airport, the fastest travel time is approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes.
Regular flights on this route are operated by United Airlines. Check out how to get to the airport in Reno and how to get from the airport in Bakersfield, and use the low-price calendar and price trend chart to find favorable fares.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Reno — Bakersfield by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $307 in ,, and the most expensive are around $307 in ,. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Reno → Bakersfield, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $249 | low | May | $277 | medium | Sep | $249 | low |
| Feb | $291 | high | Jun | $305 | high | Oct | $263 | medium |
| Mar | $249 | low | Jul | $319 | high | Nov | $236 | low |
| Apr | $263 | medium | Aug | $332 | high | Dec | $319 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions in Bakersfield are characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The warmest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 38.7°C, while the coolest and wettest is March, when up to 61.67 mm of precipitation falls.
Data on minimum flight prices from Reno for the coming year is currently being updated. We recommend tracking current costs in real-time using the charts on the page, as fares depend on the season and how far in advance you book.
For a compromise between weather and comfort, consider May or October, when air temperatures remain pleasant (27-29°C). Summer months can be too hot for extended outdoor stays.
Air service between the cities is provided by one major carrier — United Airlines. There are no direct flights on this route, so the flight is operated with one layover at San Francisco International Airport. You can view the detailed schedule for specific dates and choose a convenient departure time in the interactive list below.
Flights Reno — Bakersfield depart from Reno-Tahoe International Airport and arrive at Meadows Field Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The minimum travel time, including the layover, is approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes. There are currently no direct flights between the cities.
The primary carrier providing flights between Reno and Bakersfield is United Airlines.
No, currently you can only travel with a layover, which most often occurs through the hub in San Francisco.
Flights arrive at Bakersfield's municipal airport, Meadows Field (BFL), which serves major regional destinations.
It is recommended to book seats 1–2 months before your trip to access lower fare classes on connecting flights.
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