Travelling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Bakersfield Airport (BFL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Bakersfield Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
You can choose from 14 weekly Denver International Airport to Bakersfield Airport flights. The 11:25 departure with United Airlines is the earliest you can take. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 19:20.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your DEN to BFL flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Jetting into Bakersfield (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a snap with United. This popular airline offers direct flights from Denver International Airport to Bakersfield Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is United.
United ranks as the leading on-time carrier for DEN to BFL flights, with 86.67% of its services landing as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Denver International Airport to Bakersfield Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between DEN and BFL:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from DEN arrive at their destination without delay.
To get to Denver International Airport from central Denver, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your flight from Denver International Airport to Bakersfield Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a quick ride from DEN, spend the night in Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Bakersfield Airport (BFL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Denver International Airport to Bakersfield Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BFL instead:
Grab a Bakersfield Airport rental car and discover Bakersfield and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your ride from Bakersfield Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates generally rise as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Bakersfield Airport (BFL) to central Bakersfield
You'll find BFL at 3701 Wings Way.
Bakersfield Airport to the centre of Bakersfield has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Bakersfield Airport (BFL)
Before locking in your flights from Denver International Airport to Bakersfield Airport, think about which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Bakersfield offers a bustling atmosphere and lots to do, while low season brings better hotel rates and fewer crowds.
When booking your flight from Denver International Airport to Bakersfield Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Bakersfield, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DEN to BFL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Bakersfield has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Bakersfield, a visit to Los Angeles will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
San Diego is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Bakersfield. No trip is complete without a visit to San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
