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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield (DSM - BFL)

DSM — BFL
juil. 6 — juil. 131
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Bakersfield

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Bakersfield (BFL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated juillet 1, 2025.

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July

Average price

$358
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price ($178 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 18% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Bakersfield (average of $368). Flying from Des Moines to Bakersfield in December is currently the most expensive (average of $475). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to BFL?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Bakersfield. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated juillet 1, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Bakersfield (average of $368). Flying from Des Moines to Bakersfield in December is currently the most expensive (average of $475). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Bakersfield

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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