Travelling from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Phoenix: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix is 1 hour 32 minutes.
Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Bakersfield (the location of Meadows Field Airport).
With 31 flights a week between the two airports, Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:10. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from BFL to PHX is with American Airlines at 21:28.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from BFL to Phoenix. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Popular periods (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a nonstop flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix. Start your journey at BFL and end it at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Book your seat with American Airlines. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix.
Once you've booked flight tickets from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix, get your documents ready. A passport or visa isn't required since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're ready to go.
To reach BFL from central Bakersfield, it takes about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a hassle-free start to your vacation? Stay near BFL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Phoenix
C$584 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix. Return flights start at C$607. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from BFL to Phoenix, book your journey 1 month ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix is September. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to central Phoenix is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 33 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 54 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SCF:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
After your flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 11 minutes by car. Central Phoenix is approximately 8 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 34 minutes.
After your flight from BFL to Phoenix, rest your head at a hotel close to PHX. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Phoenix
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can be busy. Go to Phoenix in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from BFL to Phoenix sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Phoenix right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Meadows Field Airport to Phoenix:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are highlights which should be on every Phoenix itinerary.
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