$333+ 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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — DSM
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Bakersfield to Des MoinesExplore 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 September 19, 2026.
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 September 19, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 10/294:15 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Mon 11/23:31 pm -
1 stop6h 50m
Deal found 9/17![American Airlines logo]()
$348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/315:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Wed 11/45:09 pm -
1 stop5h 52m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$438
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 9/305:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Sun 10/45:45 am -
2 stops7h 36m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$459
Best flights from Bakersfield to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Bakersfield to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 19, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Bakersfield to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 19, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/315:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Wed 11/45:09 pm -
1 stop5h 52m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$438
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/294:15 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Mon 11/27:23 am -
2 stops10h 08m
Deal found 9/15![American Airlines logo]()
$447
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 9/305:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Sun 10/45:45 am -
2 stops7h 36m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$459
Last-minute flights from Bakersfield to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Bakersfield to Des Moines. Data last updated September 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Bakersfield to Des Moines. Data last updated September 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 9/305:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Sun 10/45:45 am -
2 stops7h 36m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 10/294:15 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Mon 11/23:31 pm -
1 stop6h 50m
Deal found 9/17![American Airlines logo]()
$348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/315:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Wed 11/45:09 pm -
1 stop5h 52m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$438
One-way flights from Bakersfield to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from Bakersfield to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 19, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Bakersfield to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 19, 2026.
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2312:05 pm -
1 stop6h 56m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 10/2710:05 am -
2 stops12h 09m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 10/275:00 am -
3 stops15h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$593
Find 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 September 19, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $348 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $333 |
Popular in | September |
Cheapest in | June |
Average price | $625 |
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BakersfieldDes Moines
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - DSM Des Moines
BFLDSM
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Tue 10/27
6:10 am-1:49 pm
1 stop5h 39m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$333
BakersfieldDes Moines
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - DSM Des Moines
BFLDSM
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Fri 10/23
12:05 pm-9:01 pm
1 stop6h 56m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$333
BakersfieldDes Moines
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - DSM Des Moines
BFLDSM
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Sat 10/31
5:00 am-12:31 pm
1 stop5h 31m
Des Moines
Wed 11/4
5:09 pm-9:01 pm
1 stop5h 52m
$438
BakersfieldDes Moines
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - DSM Des Moines
BFLDSM
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Thu 10/29
4:15 pm-11:45 pm
1 stop5h 30m
Des Moines
Mon 11/2
7:23 am-3:31 pm
2 stops10h 08m
$447
BakersfieldDes Moines
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - DSM Des Moines
BFLDSM
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Wed 9/30
5:00 am-12:31 pm
1 stop5h 31m
Des Moines
Sun 10/4
5:45 am-11:21 am
2 stops7h 36m
$459
BakersfieldDes Moines
BFL Bakersfield Meadows Field - DSM Des Moines
BFLDSM
Bakersfield Meadows Field
Tue 10/27
5:00 am-10:30 pm
3 stops15h 30m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$593
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Compare providers for flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Bakersfield to Des Moines in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Bakersfield-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Bakersfield-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bakersfield-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bakersfield-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Bakersfield-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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BFL-DSM
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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 September 19, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown 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.
Boarding
7.4
Food
6.4
Crew
7.9
Comfort
7.2
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJeremy,Sep 2025
SAN - PHL
Boarding
7.4
Food
6.4
Crew
7.9
Comfort
7.2
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJeremy,Sep 2025
SAN - PHL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$303 | Average$573 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |