Minneapolis to Bakersfield (MSP–BFL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Minneapolis to Bakersfield
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,504 mi 3h 52m nonstop -2h behind 6 1-stop hubs

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

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MSP to BFL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
CHS ~8h 58m DFW ~13h 8m PHX ~18h 15m SFO ~19h 55m DEN ~20h 57m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
374
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
MSP → BFL
65%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
65%
Return
BFL → MSP
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
73%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSP delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Bakersfield is 2 hours behind Minneapolis.
MSP: CDT · BFL: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 4:00 PM in Bakersfield.
Distance & Flight Time
1,504 mi / 2,420 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 52m.
Getting to MSP

Metro Blue Line light rail runs from downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District/Hennepin station) to T1-Lindbergh in 25–28 minutes ($2.50). The line also connects the Mall of America (Bloomington) in 13 minutes to the same station. T2-Humphrey (primarily Sun Country and charter flights) requires a free shuttle from T1 or a direct Blue Line stop at the Terminal 2-Humphrey station.Taxis and ride-hails from downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40 and take 15–30 minutes. The airport is conveniently close to both downtowns; St. Paul is 10–15 minutes by car.

Facts

MSP–BFL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Minneapolis to Bakersfield route.
Route details
Distance1,504 mi / 2,420 km
Flight time3h 52m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: MSP
Full nameMinneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Menominee
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 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 MSP to BFL flights.
Nonstop flights from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field to Meadows Field take approximately 3h 52m. The route covers 1,504 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MSP to BFL.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CHS, DFW, PHX, SFO, DEN and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Bakersfield is 2 hours behind Minneapolis.
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 MSP to BFL

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Meadows Field (BFL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MSP to BFL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MSP to BFL ranges from 3 hours 52 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,504 miles (2,420 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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