Travelling from Washington DC to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL): What you need to know
The timezone in Bakersfield is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Washington DC. Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport is located in Bakersfield.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Washington DC to BFL.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to BFL flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At BWI, that rate is 77%.
About Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
Consider staying in a hotel near BFL if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
BFL is located at 3701 Wings Way.
Getting from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to central Bakersfield
Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Bakersfield. The time it takes to get there in a taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
Right now, ج.م. 21,671 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 18,412. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to BFL if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. September is the quietest month to go to Bakersfield. November is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Bakersfield is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Washington DC to BFL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between 2ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bakersfield
Start your Bakersfield trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in Bakersfield.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bakersfield. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Fresno is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres northwest of Bakersfield. No trip is complete without dropping by Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
