Meadows Field (BFL)

🇺🇸 Bakersfield, United States of America

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Domestic to Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic to International
90
minutes
Interline Transfer
110
minutes

🏢 Terminal Guide & Navigation

William M. Thomas Passenger Terminal (opened 2006) serving Southern San Joaquin Valley on 1,400 acres. County of Kern owned facility 7 miles north of downtown Bakersfield. Terminal operates 3:30AM-1:30AM daily with multiple FBOs and diverse aviation traffic.

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Airlines Serving BFL

American Airlines
United Airlines

💡 Connection Tips

Key regional hub serving 1.4 million people in Southern San Joaquin Valley. United flies nonstop to SFO/DEN, American to PHX/DFW. Less congested alternative to major California airports. Commercial service dating back to 1927 Pacific Air Transport.

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Gateway to Central Valley agriculture, oil industry, and outdoor recreation. Access to Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Parks, Kern River recreation, and Bakersfield's country music heritage. Mix of commercial airline, business aviation, and agricultural operations.

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Quick Facts

Minimum domestic connection: 45 minutes
International connections: 90 minutes
Interline transfers: 110 minutes

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🕐 Layover Planner: Modern terminal with restaurants, car rental services, and ample parking. Bakersfield area offers Buck Owens Crystal Palace, Kern County Museum, and access to Sierra Nevada outdoor recreation.
🆘 Missed Connection Help: Contact American Airlines or United for rebooking assistance. FBO services include Atlantic Aviation, Bakersfield Jet Center, and Epic Jet Center. Alternative connections via LAX or SFO.
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