Bakersfield International Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 55m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Bakersfield International Airport
Bakersfield Municipal Airport is a city-owned public-use airport located three nautical miles (6 km) south of the central business district of Bakersfield, a city in Kern County, California, United States. The airport is mostly used for general aviation.
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Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 126.450 MHz |
| RDO | RANCHO MURIETA RDO | 122.450 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bakersfield International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bakersfield International Airport located?
Bakersfield International Airport is medium airport located in Bakersfield, United States, at an elevation of 378 ft (115 m).
How many runways does Bakersfield International Airport have?
Bakersfield International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
What time zone is Bakersfield International Airport in?
Bakersfield International Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bakersfield International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bakersfield International Airport is approximately 11.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bakersfield International Airport?
The nearest airport to Bakersfield International Airport is Meadows Field (BFL), about 7.2 nm to the nnw, followed by Breckenridge Airport and Paradise Lakes Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bakersfield International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.