Cheap flights from Bakersfield to San Francisco
238 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Bakersfield to San Francisco at a glance
Cheap flights from Bakersfield (BFL) to San Francisco (SFO) cover 238 miles (382 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 1 airline flying direct — a short-haul domestic route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 1/10.
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Flying from Bakersfield to San Francisco covers 238 miles (383 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 1 airlines fly this route directly, making it the 5th most competitive of 5 routes from Bakersfield. This is a short-haul domestic route typically served by direct flights.
Nonstop distance 238 miles. Direct carriers include UA.
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Airlines on this route
1 airlines fly Bakersfield → San Francisco. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| UA | Direct |
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Bakersfield to San Francisco — quick answers
How far is Bakersfield from San Francisco by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Bakersfield (BFL) to San Francisco (SFO) is 238 miles (382 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from Bakersfield to San Francisco?
The average nonstop flight time from BFL to SFO is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Bakersfield to San Francisco?
1 airlines serve this route nonstop: UA. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.