What is the cheapest way to get from Panama City to Bakersfield?

The cheapest way to get from Panama City to Bakersfield is to drive and fly which costs $170 - $700 and takes 10h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Panama City to Bakersfield?

The fastest way to get from Panama City to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 7h 57m and costs $230 - $800.

How far is it from Panama City to Bakersfield?

The distance between Panama City and Bakersfield is 1992 miles. The road distance is 2197.2 miles.

How long does it take to get from Panama City to Bakersfield?

It takes approximately 7h 57m to get from Panama City to Bakersfield, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Panama City and Bakersfield?

Bakersfield is 2h behind Panama City. It is currently 10:08 AM in Panama City and 8:08 AM in Bakersfield.

Can I drive from Panama City to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Panama City to Bakersfield is 2197 miles. It takes approximately 36h 32m to drive from Panama City to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 96+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Panama City to Bakersfield - 6 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Panama City to Bakersfield by plane, car, or bus

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Fly Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport to Meadows Field Airport
best
1. Fly from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane ECP - BFL
7h 57m
$237–754
Drive to Pensacola International Airport, fly to Meadows Field Airport
cheapest
1. Drive from Panama City to Pensacola-Airport-PNScar
2. Fly from Pensacola International Airport (PNS) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane PNS - BFL
10h 27m
$171–655
Drive 2,184.5 mi
1. Drive from Panama City to Bakersfieldcar 2,184.5 mi
36h 32m
$399–576
Drive to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport, fly to Meadows Field Airport
1. Drive from Panama City to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)car
2. Fly from Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane VPS - BFL
9h 15m
$184–695
Drive to Tallahassee, fly to Meadows Field Airport
1. Drive from Panama City to Tallahassee (TLH)car
2. Fly from Tallahassee (TLH) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane TLH - BFL
9h 32m
$219–802
Fly Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane ECP - LAX
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
10h 30m
$198–605

Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL) flights

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9h 12mAverage Duration

$157Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,980.3 mi
Duration: 7h 57m

What companies run services between Panama City, FL, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL) twice daily.

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How to get fromPanama City to Bakersfieldby plane, car, or bus

There are 6 ways to get from Panama City to Bakersfield by plane, car, or bus

Fly Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport to Meadows Field Airport

Drive to Pensacola International Airport, fly to Meadows Field Airport

Drive 2,184.5 mi

Drive to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport, fly to Meadows Field Airport

Drive to Tallahassee, fly to Meadows Field Airport

Fly Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, bus