Bakersfield to Las Vegas (BFL–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between BFL and LAS, connecting options are available through 13 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Bakersfield
| Metric | BFL→LAS | SBA→LAS | SMX→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BFL | – | 83 mi | 87 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 8 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | 20 | 4 |
| Flight time | 0h 56m | 0h 47m | 1h 18m |
Travel Essentials
BFL: PDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Bakersfield, it's 6:00 PM in Las Vegas.
Taxis and ride-shares dominate ground transport. A metered taxi to the Strip costs $20–30; to downtown Las Vegas ("Fremont Street area"), $20–25. Ride-shares are comparable or slightly cheaper.Hotel casino shuttles serve major properties. No rail connects the airport to the Strip. Rental car facilities are at the CONRAC facility adjacent to the terminals, accessible by shuttle. Tunnel project (LVCC Loop) does not serve the airport.
Hot desert climate. Summers are intensely hot (38–45°C) with low humidity. Heat itself rarely disrupts flights, but monsoonal afternoon thunderstorms from July through September can produce brief but severe delays. Microbursts and lightning strikes ground aircraft quickly.
Winters are mild and sunny (5–15°C) with rare frost. Snow is unusual but possible in January and February. Spring dust storms (haboobs) can reduce visibility rapidly. The airport sits at 2,181 feet; thin air affects aircraft performance on extremely hot days.
BFL–LAS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BFL to LAS
Meadows Field (BFL) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
BFL to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BFL to LAS ranges from 0 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 224 miles (360 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via VNY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santa Barbara (SBA), Santa Maria (SMX) and San Luis Obispo (SBP).