Flying from Las Vegas to Meadows Field Airport (BFL): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), the main airport in Las Vegas. Search for flights from Las Vegas to Meadows Field Airport (BFL) that depart from this terminal.
Las Vegas and Bakersfield (where Meadows Field Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Las Vegas to BFL.
Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
LAS is around 19 kilometres from central Las Vegas. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Las Vegas to Meadows Field Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport):
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from LAS touch down on schedule 82.07% of the time.
LAS is located at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
About Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
Have a late flight from Las Vegas to Meadows Field Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near BFL and be in snooze mode sooner:
BFL is located at 3701 Wings Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
Currently, 172 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas to Meadows Field Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 242 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Las Vegas to BFL if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Las Vegas to Meadows Field Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Las Vegas to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Las Vegas to Meadows Field Airport (BFL), while August is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Bakersfield based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Las Vegas to BFL plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Bakersfield, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Las Vegas to Meadows Field Airport in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Bakersfield
Start your Bakersfield trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Las Vegas to Meadows Field Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir are highlights which should feature on any good Bakersfield itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bakersfield. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Bakersfield, Fresno is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
