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$258+ Cheap flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines (BFL - DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — DSM
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Cheap flight deals from Bakersfield to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bakersfield (BFL) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 julio 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$258
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$487
From Bakersfield Meadows Field to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bakersfield to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 28, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/316:00 amBFL - DSM
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
lun. 11/35:10 amDSM - BFL
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$258
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/3112:55 pmBFL - DSM
1 stop5h 50mUnited Airlines
lun. 11/35:14 pmDSM - BFL
2 stops31h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$407

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Bakersfield

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Route

Depart

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Price

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

vie. 10/31

6:00 am-3:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Des Moines

lun. 11/3

5:10 am-11:38 am

1 stop8h 28m

$258

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

vie. 10/31

12:55 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Des Moines

lun. 11/3

5:14 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$407

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

mar. 8/12

6:15 am-10:17 pm

2 stops14h 02m

$567

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Deals found on 7/28

Best time to book a flight from Bakersfield to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Bakersfield to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Bakersfield to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 BFL to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Bakersfield to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Bakersfield to Des Moines at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated julio 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Bakersfield to Des Moines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,892 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,892 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,892 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,892 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Bakersfield to Des Moines round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines round-trip from $258. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. American Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bakersfield to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Bakersfield to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 airline flying from Bakersfield to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated julio 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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