Meadows Field Airport
Meadows Field is the main airport serving Bakersfield in the United States, giving the city a practical air link for business trips, regional travel, and onward connections. Identified by the codes BFL and KBFL, it is classified as a medium airport, which usually means a more manageable experience than the country’s largest hubs. For travellers, that often translates into shorter walking distances, simpler wayfinding, and a less hectic start or finish to a journey.
About Meadows Field Airport
Meadows Field is the main airport serving Bakersfield in the United States, giving the city a practical air link for business trips, regional travel, and onward connections. Identified by the codes BFL and KBFL, it is classified as a medium airport, which usually means a more manageable experience than the country’s largest hubs. For travellers, that often translates into shorter walking distances, simpler wayfinding, and a less hectic start or finish to a journey.
The airfield sits at an elevation of 510 feet above sea level and has two lighted asphalt runways, supporting operations in both daytime and nighttime conditions. Runway 12L/30R is the longer of the two at 10,849 feet, while runway 12R/30L measures 7,700 feet. For passengers, this matters because runway length and lighting help an airport handle a wider range of aircraft and maintain dependable service under varying operating conditions.
Overview
Meadows Field is the main airport serving Bakersfield in the United States, giving the city a practical air link for business trips, regional travel, and onward connections. Identified by the codes BFL and KBFL, it is classified as a medium airport, which usually means a more manageable experience than the country’s largest hubs. For travellers, that often translates into shorter walking distances, simpler wayfinding, and a less hectic start or finish to a journey.
Key Facts
- Airport name: Meadows Field
- Serving: Bakersfield, United States
- Airport type: medium airport
- Elevation: 510 ft (155 m)
- Time zone: America/Los_Angeles
What This Means for Travellers
For most visitors, Meadows Field is best thought of as a straightforward gateway to Bakersfield rather than a sprawling destination airport. Its size can make arrivals and departures feel more efficient, especially for travellers who prefer a simpler airport experience. If you are planning pickups, drop-offs, or timed connections, remember the airport operates on the America/Los_Angeles time zone, which is useful when coordinating flights with people travelling from elsewhere.
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FAQ
Meadows Field Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Meadows Field Airport is located in Bakersfield, United States (North America), at coordinates 35.430°, -119.050°.
- Its IATA code is BFL and its ICAO code is KBFL.
- Meadows Field Airport serves Bakersfield, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Meadows Field Airport operates on America/Los_Angeles local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Meadows Field Airport sits at latitude 35.430° and longitude -119.050°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from BFL. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for BFL is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from BFL on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is 3701 Wings Way, Bakersfield, California, 93308, United States, the phone number is +1 661-391-1800, the official website is http://www.meadowsfield.com/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.