Denver to Bakersfield (DEN–BFL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DEN–BFL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 843 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: CM | 14 | 319, E7W | 2h33-2h45 | Star Alliance | CM | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 1 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Bakersfield from Denver
| Metric | DEN→BFL | COS→BFL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DEN | – | 73 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 45m | 2h 5m |
| Departure OTP | 90% | – |
Travel Essentials
DEN: MDT · BFL: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Denver, it's 5:00 PM in Bakersfield.
RTD A Line commuter rail runs from Denver Union Station to the airport (37 min, $10.50). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours. The airport is 25 miles northeast of downtown; ride-shares cost $35–55 and take 30–45 minutes depending on I-70 traffic.Economy parking in lots 4–6 connects via free shuttle. Mountain shuttle services depart from Jeppesen Terminal's Ground Transportation level.
DEN–BFL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DEN to BFL
Denver International Airport (DEN) and Meadows Field (BFL) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DEN to BFL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DEN to BFL is about 2 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 843 miles (1,357 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 43 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Phoenix Sky Harbor, San Francisco and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Colorado Springs (COS).