Travelling from New York to Meadows Field Airport (BFL): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Meadows Field Airport (BFL) taking off from either of these.
The timezone in Bakersfield is UTC-7, which is three hours behind New York. Meadows Field Airport is located in Bakersfield.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from New York to BFL. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Meadows Field Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on schedule at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can get to EWR from the centre of New York in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your New York to BFL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
73.3% of flights leaving Newark Liberty International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is roughly 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Make catching an early New York to Meadows Field Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
LGA has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 80.0%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on course and reach your destination as planned.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Meadows Field Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BFL instead:
The address for BFL is 3701 Wings Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
At the moment, RM1,520 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Meadows Field Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,001. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to BFL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest New York to Meadows Field Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from New York to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
August is when most people book flights from New York to Meadows Field Airport (BFL). Visit Bakersfield in February for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Bakersfield is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your New York to BFL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Meadows Field Airport in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Bakersfield
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Meadows Field Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bakersfield:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir are popular attractions which should feature on every Bakersfield itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Bakersfield, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to Los Angeles to check off its leading sights. From Hollywood Sign to Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Bakersfield, Fresno is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
