New York to Bakersfield (LGA–BFL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to Bakersfield
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,457 mi 5h 37m nonstop -3h behind 8 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LGA and BFL, connecting options are available through 8 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LGA to BFL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
220
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
Bakersfield is 3 hours behind New York.
LGA: EDT · BFL: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 3:00 PM in Bakersfield.
Distance & Flight Time
2,457 mi / 3,954 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 37m.
Getting to LGA
Until then, the M60 Select Bus Service runs from 106th Street/Broadway in Manhattan to LGA for $2.90 (MetroCard); the trip takes 45–70 minutes. Transfers from the subway at Astoria-Ditmars Blvd (N/W trains) also work via the Q70 Select Bus.Taxis from Midtown cost $30–45 plus tolls and tip. Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) run $35–55. Traffic on the Grand Central Parkway and Van Wyck can double travel times during rush hours; allow 90 minutes from Midtown during peaks.

Facts

LGA–BFL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Bakersfield route.
Route details
Distance2,457 mi / 3,954 km
Flight time5h 37m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: LGA
Full nameLaGuardia Airport
IATA / ICAOLGA / KLGA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr33.4M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
Destination: BFL
Full nameMeadows Field
IATA / ICAOBFL / KBFL
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr0.4M
Elevation510 ft / 155 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LGA to BFL flights.
Nonstop flights from LaGuardia Airport to Meadows Field take approximately 5h 37m. The route covers 2,457 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from LGA to BFL. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through VNY, PHX, CVG, MSP, CHS, SFO, DFW and DEN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Bakersfield is 3 hours behind New York.
Yes, return flights from BFL to LGA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 LGA to BFL

LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and Meadows Field (BFL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LGA to BFL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LGA to BFL ranges from 5 hours 37 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,457 miles (3,954 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via VNY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.