Bakersfield to Las Vegas (BFL–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Bakersfield to Las Vegas
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 224 mi 0h 56m nonstop 6 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between BFL and LAS, connecting options are available through 6 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for BFL to LAS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~18h
Longest
BUR ~3h 12m ONT ~3h 32m PHX ~14h 7m DFW ~14h 8m DEN ~15h 40m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
456
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
BFL → LAS
86%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
86%
Return
LAS → BFL
92%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
92%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LAS delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Bakersfield

Nearby airports with service to Harry Reid International Airport.
Metric BFL→LAS SBA→LAS SMX→LAS
Distance from BFL – 83 mi 87 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 1
Weekly flights 1 37 2
Flight time 0h 56m 1h 1m 1h 20m
Santa Barbara (SBA) to Las Vegas flights · Santa Maria (SMX) to Las Vegas flights · San Luis Obispo (SBP) to Las Vegas flights
Airports within 200 miles of BFL with service to Harry Reid International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Las Vegas is 0 hours the same as Bakersfield.
BFL: PDT · LAS: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Bakersfield, it's 6:00 PM in Las Vegas.
Distance & Flight Time
224 mi / 360 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 56m.
Getting from LAS

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.

Las Vegas Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

BFL–LAS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Bakersfield to Las Vegas route.
Route details
Distance224 mi / 360 km
Flight time0h 56m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: BFL
Full nameMeadows Field
IATA / ICAOBFL / KBFL
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr0.4M
Elevation510 ft / 155 m
Destination: LAS
Full nameHarry Reid International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAS / KLAS
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr58.4M
Elevation2,181 ft / 665 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BFL to LAS flights.
Nonstop flights from Meadows Field to Harry Reid International Airport take approximately 0h 56m. The route covers 224 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from BFL to LAS.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BUR, ONT, PHX, DFW, DEN and SFO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include SBA, SMX and SBP. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

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

6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BUR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santa Barbara (SBA), Santa Maria (SMX) and San Luis Obispo (SBP).