Salinas to Bakersfield flights
Bakersfield lies 278 km (173 mi) south-east of Salinas, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 6 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Salinas | Bakersfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 157,380 | 373,640 |
| Elevation | 17 m (56 ft) | 130 m (427 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Nearest large airport | SJC, 80 km out | BFL, 8 km out |
| Postal codes | 93901–93915 | 93301–93390 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Salinas
Salinas is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), 80 km (50 mi) from the centre, whose 11,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Monterey Regional Airport (MRY, 20 km).
Arriving in Bakersfield
Bakersfield is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Meadows Field (BFL), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 10,849-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadows Field (regional) | BFL | 8 km (5 mi) | 10,849 ft | 510 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Bakersfield from Salinas?
278 km (173 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Salinas.
How long does it take to get from Salinas to Bakersfield by air?
About 1 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Salinas and Bakersfield?
No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.
Which airports are used for Salinas to Bakersfield flights?
Typically Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Meadows Field (BFL).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.