Private charter · Bakersfield, CA
Private jet charter to & from Bakersfield
Fly private to Bakersfield for oil, agriculture and the honky-tonk history of the Bakersfield Sound
- BFL
- KDLO
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Fly private in Bakersfield
Bakersfield, without the hub.
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- Airports
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- Passengers
- 392
- Direct routes
Bakersfield is the seat of Kern County, which has long been California’s leading oil-producing county and ranks among the nation’s top agricultural counties. Carrots, almonds, pistachios, citrus and table grapes grow across the southern San Joaquin Valley, and some of the country’s largest produce companies operate here. Distribution centers along Interstate 5 and Highway 99 add logistics to the mix. The city is also the home of the Bakersfield Sound, the twangy country music made famous by Buck Owens and Merle Haggard, and of a Basque dining tradition that dates back to sheepherding days.
The drive from Los Angeles takes about two hours over the Grapevine on Interstate 5, a mountain pass that can close in winter storms, and the Bay Area is four or more hours north. Meadows Field sits just north of the city, so flying privately makes farm tours, oil field visits and meetings with growers practical as same-day trips. Leisure travelers use Bakersfield as a starting point for rafting on the Kern River, the Tehachapi Mountains and the southern Sierra.
Airports
Charter to and from Bakersfield airports
Fly into whichever airport puts you closest to where you're going. Bluebird flies to and from these airports in and around Bakersfield. You board at a private terminal (FBO), with no airline security lines, and the price is for the whole aircraft.
BFL
Commercial airportMeadows Field
Bakersfield · KBFL
- From downtown
- 5 mi
- Longest runway
- 10,849 ft
KDLO
Regional airportDelano Municipal Airport
Delano
- From downtown
- 28 mi
- Longest runway
- 5,659 ft
Top attractions
Things to do in Bakersfield
When to go. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to visit Bakersfield, with mild temperatures and wildflowers in the surrounding foothills in early spring. Summers are long and hot, often above 100°F, which makes the Kern River and mountain retreats especially popular. Winter is mild but can bring thick tule fog in the valley and snow closures on the Grapevine, so build some flexibility into travel during those months.
- 01
Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace
Part museum and part honky-tonk, this venue displays Buck Owens memorabilia and hosts live country music and dancing, keeping the Bakersfield Sound alive.
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Kern County Museum
This open-air museum gathers dozens of historic buildings from around the county, along with exhibits on oil, agriculture and the region’s country music heritage.
- 03
California Living Museum
Known as CALM, this zoo and botanical garden showcases native California animals and plants, many of them rescued wildlife that cannot be released.
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Basque Restaurants
Bakersfield’s family-style Basque dining rooms serve multi-course meals of soup, beans, salad, tongue and lamb at long shared tables, a local tradition for generations.
- 05
Kern River Valley
About an hour northeast, the Kern River canyon and the town of Kernville are known for whitewater rafting, fishing and camping, with Lake Isabella nearby.
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Tehachapi Loop
In the mountains southeast of the city, freight trains spiral over themselves on this famous railroad loop, a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark and favorite of rail fans.
Popular routes
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Questions
Flying private in Bakersfield
Which airports can I charter a private flight to or from in Bakersfield?
Bluebird flies in and out of Meadows Field (BFL) and Delano Municipal Airport (KDLO). Choose the one closest to where you're going; you board at a private terminal (FBO), so there are no airline security lines and you can arrive shortly before departure.
How do I book a private charter from Bakersfield?
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How many passengers can fly on a charter from Bakersfield?
Up to 1 passenger, depending on the aircraft. For a larger group, we source a larger aircraft. You pay one price for the whole aircraft, not per seat.
What are popular private flights from Bakersfield?
Popular trips include Los Angeles (about ), Las Vegas (about ), Phoenix (about ), and Salt Lake City (about ). Enter any route above to see a price.
Is private charter in Bakersfield, CA safe?
Bluebird has flown charter under FAA Part 135 since 1985. Our Learjet 60s fly under our own Part 135 certificate, with two pilots on every flight. When we source an aircraft from another vetted Part 135 operator, the operating carrier named on your quote holds operational control.
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