Flying from Montreal to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL): What you need to know
Bakersfield is three hours behind Montreal. Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport is located in Bakersfield, which follows the UTC-8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Montreal to BFL, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Montreal to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport:
65% of flights that take off from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
You can get to YHU from the centre of Montreal in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 23 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Montreal to BFL flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Montreal Metropolitan Airport:
About Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
If you have a late flight from Montreal to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near BFL:
BFL is located at 3701 Wings Way.
Getting from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to central Bakersfield
Central Bakersfield is about 8 kilometres from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
RM1,373 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport. A return flight starts from RM2,511. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Montreal to BFL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)
June is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL), while April is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Bakersfield based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Bakersfield is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your Montreal to BFL plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Bakersfield
After booking your flight from Montreal to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bakersfield:
Your Bakersfield trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre.
Explore more of the United States
Bakersfield has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Bakersfield, a visit to Los Angeles will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Around 161 kilometres northwest of Bakersfield, Fresno is another essential 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.
