Flying from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Bakersfield (the location of Meadows Field Airport).
Give yourself enough time to make your BFL to Seattle flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
BFL is about 8 kilometres from central Bakersfield. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
In search of a hotel near BFL? If you've booked an early flight from Meadows Field Airport to Seattle, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Meadows Field Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from BFL land at their destination as scheduled 84.77% of the time.
BFL is located at 3701 Wings Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Seattle
Rs67,910 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Meadows Field Airport to Seattle flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs74,856. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BFL to Seattle. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 23 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Meadows Field Airport to Seattle, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Grab a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and discover Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from BFL to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
After your flight from Meadows Field Airport to Seattle has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Travelling by public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your BFL to Seattle flight:
Best time to go to Seattle
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Meadows Field Airport to Seattle. The city buzzes during high season, but rates are often higher and attractions can be busy. Visit Seattle in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Meadows Field Airport to Seattle flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BFL to Seattle around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Meadows Field Airport to Seattle, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are leading attractions which should feature on every Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Seattle has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
