Flying from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to New York: what you need to know
New York is 3 hours ahead of Bakersfield, where Meadows Field Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from BFL to New York. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or vacation periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Traveling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
You won't need your passport or a visa to fly within United States. You will need a valid identity document though, like an ID card or driver's license. Put them on your packing checklist once you've booked cheap tickets from Meadows Field Airport to New York.
BFL is around 6 miles from central Bakersfield. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel close to BFL? If you're catching an early flight from Meadows Field Airport to New York, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to New York
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Meadows Field Airport to New York is $215. The cheapest price for a return flight is $328. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from BFL to New York. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is roughly 15 miles. It'll take you around 28 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Meadows Field Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near EWR:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is about 30 miles from the center of New York. Once you've hopped off your flight from Meadows Field Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near JFK. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from BFL to New York at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to New York
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Meadows Field Airport to New York. August is the most popular month for a trip to New York. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Meadows Field Airport to New York for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 64ºF to 86ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºF and 46ºF. Look for cheap flights from BFL to New York sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Meadows Field Airport to New York:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are attractions you won't want to skip in New York.
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