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$279+ 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MBS — DSM
Mar 11 — Mar 181
Wed 3/11
Wed 3/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bay City to Des Moines

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 February 9, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 2/246:10 pm
MBS
-
DSM
1 stop4h 31m
United Airlines
Sat 2/288:00 am
DSM
-
MBS
1 stop4h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 4/42:25 pm
MBS
-
DSM
1 stop4h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 4/83:27 pm
DSM
-
MBS
1 stop3h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Fri 2/66:07 pm
MBS
-
DSM
1 stop3h 47m
Delta
Sat 2/76:24 am
DSM
-
MBS
1 stop3h 52m
Delta
Deal found 2/6$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Fri 4/109:00 am
MBS
-
DSM
1 stop6h 15m
United Airlines
Sun 4/126:20 am
DSM
-
MBS
1 stop6h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 2/112:10 pm
MBS
-
DSM
1 stop4h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 2/188:00 am
DSM
-
MBS
1 stop4h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Fri 2/137:00 am
MBS
-
DSM
1 stop4h 53m
United Airlines
Sun 2/153:24 pm
DSM
-
MBS
1 stop3h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7$599
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Fri 2/65:46 pm
MBS
-
DSM
1 stop5h 04m
United Airlines
Sat 2/711:30 am
DSM
-
MBS
1 stop7h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6$637
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Tue 2/246:00 am
MBS
-
DSM
2 stops10h 40m
Delta
Sat 2/2810:57 am
DSM
-
MBS
2 stops8h 44m
Delta
Deal found 2/9$734

Find 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 February 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$293
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($115 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Bay City to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bay City to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Bay City

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

Tue 2/24

6:10 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

8:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$279

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

Sat 4/4

2:25 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 4/8

3:27 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop3h 56m

$339

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

Fri 4/10

7:31 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Des Moines

Sun 4/12

3:21 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop4h 02m

$374

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Deals found on 2/9

Compare providers for flights from Bay City 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 Bay City to Des Moines in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Bay City-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Bay City-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bay City-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bay City-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 Bay City-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Bay City to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Bay City with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bay City to Des Moines (average of $196). Flying from Bay City to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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 February 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines 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
7.9
Good
8,174 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,174 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,174 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,259 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,174 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Bay City to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For as low as $339, United Airlines can have you in Des Moines from Bay City in 4h 50m. Bay City and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 506 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Bay City to Des Moines round-trip from $248. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. These flights start at 25% 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Bay City to Des Moines?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Bay City to Des Moines.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bay City to Des Moines (average of $196). Flying from Bay City to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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 Bay City to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines 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 February 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$248Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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