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$319+ Cheap flights from Bay City to Des Moines (MBS - 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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MBS — DSM
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bay City to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bay City (MBS) 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$319
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$428
From Bay City MBS Intl to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Bay City to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bay City to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
jue. 10/94:43 pmMBS - DSM
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
dom. 10/1211:31 amDSM - MBS
1 stop3h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
jue. 9/257:25 amMBS - DSM
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/298:00 amDSM - MBS
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
jue. 10/167:25 amMBS - DSM
1 stop4h 07mUnited Airlines
sáb. 10/1811:31 amDSM - MBS
1 stop3h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$388
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
lun. 10/67:25 amMBS - DSM
1 stop4h 07mUnited Airlines
mié. 10/811:31 amDSM - MBS
1 stop3h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$477
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/116:50 amMBS - DSM
1 stop3h 50mDelta
jue. 9/115:54 pmDSM - MBS
1 stop3h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/10$899

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

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Bay City

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Des Moines

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Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

jue. 10/9

4:43 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Des Moines

dom. 10/12

11:31 am-4:08 pm

1 stop3h 37m

$319

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

jue. 9/25

7:25 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Des Moines

lun. 9/29

8:00 am-1:29 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$329

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

jue. 10/16

7:25 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 07m

Des Moines

sáb. 10/18

11:31 am-4:08 pm

1 stop3h 37m

$388

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

lun. 10/6

7:25 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 07m

Des Moines

mié. 10/8

11:31 am-4:08 pm

1 stop3h 37m

$477

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Deals found on 9/11

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Bay City to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bay City to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Bay City to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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.

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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta from Bay City to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Bay City to Des Moines?

    For as low as $319, United Airlines can have you in Des Moines from Bay City in 6h 07m. Bay City and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 506 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Bay City to Des Moines round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Bay City to Des Moines round-trip from $248. This flight start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Bay City to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bay City 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 Bay City to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bay City to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Bay City to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 Bay City to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Bay City 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$248Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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