Cheap flights from Bakersfield (BFL) to Washington, D.C. (WAS) from $243

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BFL — WAS
May 8 — May 151

Cheap flight deals from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bakersfield (BFL) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 3, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$453

Round-trip from

$234
High demand for flights, 42% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 34% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Bakersfield Meadows Field to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C.?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Monday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C.?

Our data shows that August tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Bakersfield. Users have commonly found prices around $637 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $345. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. (BFL - WAS)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C.

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Bakersfield and Washington, D.C.. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C.. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 9/106:22 amBFL - IAD
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/147:19 amIAD - BFL
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$243
Tue 9/104:30 pmBFL - IAD
2 stops13h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/147:19 amIAD - BFL
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$251
Tue 9/104:30 pmBFL - IAD
2 stops13h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/145:31 pmIAD - BFL
2 stops9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$255
Fri 8/1612:30 pmBFL - DCA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/233:23 pmDCA - BFL
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$293
Thu 8/1512:30 pmBFL - DCA
1 stop9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/233:23 pmDCA - BFL
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$323
Thu 8/1512:30 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/235:29 pmIAD - BFL
1 stop21h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$430
Thu 8/1512:30 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/235:29 pmIAD - BFL
1 stop21h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$440
Thu 10/36:22 amBFL - BWI
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/107:16 amBWI - BFL
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$443
Thu 8/1512:30 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/236:52 amIAD - BFL
2 stops18h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$446

Cheap United Airlines flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C.

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Bakersfield and Washington, D.C.. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available United Airlines flights departing from Bakersfield and landing in Washington, D.C.. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Wed 10/22:00 pmBFL - BWI
2 stops12h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/96:35 amBWI - BFL
1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$379
Wed 10/22:00 pmBFL - BWI
2 stops12h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/910:53 amBWI - BFL
2 stops14h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$384
Thu 10/32:00 pmBFL - BWI
2 stops12h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/96:35 amBWI - BFL
1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$472
Wed 10/22:00 pmBFL - BWI
2 stops14h 26mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/106:35 amBWI - BFL
1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$490
Fri 8/162:52 pmBFL - DCA
2 stops16h 47mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/231:30 pmDCA - BFL
2 stops11h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$500
Fri 8/162:52 pmBFL - IAD
2 stops11h 33mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/236:30 amIAD - BFL
2 stops9h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$513
Sat 5/181:35 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop12h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/198:15 amIAD - BFL
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$523
Thu 10/36:00 amBFL - BWI
1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/96:35 amBWI - BFL
1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$533
Thu 8/152:52 pmBFL - IAD
2 stops11h 33mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/236:30 amIAD - BFL
2 stops9h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$553

Cheap Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Prices were last updated on May 3, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 5/317:20 pmBFL - DCA
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/77:00 amDCA - BFL
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$494
Fri 5/317:20 pmBFL - DCA
2 stops9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/77:00 amDCA - BFL
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$503
Sat 5/181:35 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop12h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/198:15 amIAD - BFL
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$523
Thu 5/27:20 pmBFL - DCA
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/57:20 amDCA - BFL
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$523
Thu 5/27:20 pmBFL - DCA
2 stops11h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/57:20 amDCA - BFL
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$533
Sat 5/181:35 pmBFL - IAD
2 stops19h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/192:17 pmIAD - BFL
1 stop8h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$583
Thu 5/27:20 pmBFL - DCA
2 stops11h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/55:00 amDCA - BFL
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$592
Sat 5/251:29 pmBFL - BWI
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/18:15 amBWI - BFL
1 stop7h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$624
Fri 5/317:20 pmBFL - IAD
2 stops10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/76:00 amIAD - BFL
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$642

Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Bakersfield and Washington, D.C. in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 9/1012:32 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/147:19 amIAD - BFL
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$243
Tue 9/106:22 amBFL - IAD
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/145:31 pmIAD - BFL
2 stops9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$251
Tue 9/109:35 amBFL - IAD
2 stops11h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/145:31 pmIAD - BFL
2 stops9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$255
Fri 8/1612:30 pmBFL - DCA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/233:23 pmDCA - BFL
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$293
Thu 8/1512:30 pmBFL - DCA
1 stop9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/233:23 pmDCA - BFL
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$323
Thu 8/1512:30 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/235:29 pmIAD - BFL
1 stop21h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$430
Thu 8/1512:30 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/236:52 amIAD - BFL
2 stops18h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$446
Fri 8/1612:30 pmBFL - DCA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/233:16 pmDCA - BFL
2 stops9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$472
Thu 8/1512:20 pmBFL - DCA
2 stops9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/233:23 pmDCA - BFL
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$473

One-way flights to Washington, D.C. from Bakersfield

Search for one-way flight options from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. can choose from these deals. Users needing a return flight from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. should utilize the search form above.
Mon 10/144:30 pmBFL - IAD
2 stops13h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$268
Tue 10/152:00 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$310
Fri 6/712:43 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$320
Fri 6/1412:43 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$325
Fri 6/144:48 pmBFL - IAD
2 stops12h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$333
Fri 5/1712:38 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$340
Fri 5/177:20 pmBFL - DCA
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$340
Fri 5/177:20 pmBFL - DCA
2 stops9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$349
Mon 10/1412:32 pmBFL - IAD
1 stop24h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$365

Find flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.

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Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$243 - $490

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Depart

Return

Price

Bakersfield Meadows FieldWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

BFL - IAD

BFLIAD

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 9/10

1 stop7h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/14

1 stop7h 11m

$243

Bakersfield Meadows FieldWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

BFL - IAD

BFLIAD

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 9/10

2 stops13h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/14

1 stop7h 11m

$251

Bakersfield Meadows FieldWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

BFL - IAD

BFLIAD

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 9/10

2 stops13h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/14

2 stops9h 05m

$255

Bakersfield Meadows FieldWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

BFL - DCA

BFLDCA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 8/16

1 stop7h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/23

1 stop8h 03m

$293

Bakersfield Meadows FieldWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

BFL - DCA

BFLDCA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 8/15

1 stop9h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/23

1 stop8h 03m

$323

Bakersfield Meadows FieldBaltimore/Washington

BFL - BWI

BFLBWI

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 10/2

2 stops12h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/9

1 stop9h 40m

$379

Bakersfield Meadows FieldBaltimore/Washington

BFL - BWI

BFLBWI

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 10/2

2 stops12h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/9

2 stops14h 07m

$384

Bakersfield Meadows FieldBaltimore/Washington

BFL - BWI

BFLBWI

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 10/3

2 stops12h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/9

1 stop9h 40m

$472

Bakersfield Meadows FieldBaltimore/Washington

BFL - BWI

BFLBWI

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 10/2

2 stops14h 26m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 10/10

1 stop9h 40m

$490

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Deals found on 5/1

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. is currently $328 while a round-trip flight costs $343. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. (average of $281). Flying from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$308

February

$303

March

$358

April

$337

May

$337

June

$398

July

$378

August

$296

September

$281

October

$303

November

$328

December

$291

Temperature and rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

WAS

Temperature

35.6 - 80.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated May 3, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines and United Airlines from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.4
Good
11,143 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. The food was awful. The earpods were so poor quality I could not enjoy any of the films on offer.

7.4
Good
11,143 reviews
7.4
Good
11,143 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. The food was awful. The earpods were so poor quality I could not enjoy any of the films on offer.

7.3
Good
14,767 reviews
7.4
Good
11,143 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. The food was awful. The earpods were so poor quality I could not enjoy any of the films on offer.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Bakersfield, you will be flying from Meadows Field, which is the city’s only airport. Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) is located 4.7 mi from the center of Bakersfield. There are 0 flights from Meadows Field to Washington, D.C. per day from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $243, but on average you can expect to pay $405.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $243, was found to be the cheapest airline from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C.. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. These flights start at 61% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C.?

  • What does BFL to IAD mean?

    BFL stands for Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport, while IAD stands for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C..

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

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    The Bakersfield to Washington, D.C. flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/2.

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United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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