Flying from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX): what you need to know
A direct flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport takes 1 hour 35 minutes, on average. Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7 — identical to Bakersfield.
Flights from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport start from 06:10 — the first with American Airlines. The latest flight is the 22:55 option with American Airlines. In total, you can choose from 31 services every week from BFL to PHX.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BFL and PHX include:
Denver International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
C$584 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. A return flight starts from C$607. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book 1 month before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from BFL to PHX.
September is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Getting a cheap ticket from BFL to PHX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
Handy information about Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
To get to Meadows Field Airport from central Bakersfield, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city center.
Want a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near BFL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near PHX:
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to central Phoenix is around 11 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 34 minutes.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Phoenix. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Book your flights from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap flight tickets from BFL to PHX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Phoenix right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from BFL to PHX:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are major attractions which should feature on every Phoenix itinerary.
Complete your Phoenix trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Phoenix.
