Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL): what you need to know
Give yourself enough time to make your RDU to BFL flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Meadows Field Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between RDU and BFL:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Denver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
£278 is the best price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Meadows Field Airport flight. Return flights start from £273. These fares can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from RDU to BFL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Meadows Field Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Meadows Field Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from RDU arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.09% of the time.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Meadows Field Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Meadows Field Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BFL instead:
Pick up a Meadows Field Airport rental car and discover Bakersfield and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Reserve your ride from Meadows Field Airport several weeks in advance to secure the best deal. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to central Bakersfield
The address for BFL is 3701 Wings Way.
From Meadows Field Airport, Bakersfield is approximately 6 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Meadows Field Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Bakersfield. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Bakersfield is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Meadows Field Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to BFL in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Bakersfield has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 100 miles south-east of Bakersfield, a trip to Los Angeles will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 210 miles south-east of Bakersfield, San Diego is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
