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$278+ Cheap flights from Bakersfield (BFL) to Iowa

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — DSM
Mar 25 — Apr 11
Wed 3/25
Wed 4/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bakersfield to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Bakersfield to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bakersfield to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 23, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/287:00 am
BFL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 03m
American Airlines
Sat 5/304:48 pm
DSM
-
BFL
1 stop7h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/20$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/305:00 am
BFL
-
CID
1 stop7h 14m
United Airlines
Tue 6/93:16 pm
CID
-
BFL
1 stop7h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/20$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/2812:54 pm
BFL
-
OMA
1 stop5h 33m
United Airlines
Sat 5/25:22 pm
OMA
-
BFL
1 stop6h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/19$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Wed 5/67:02 pm
BFL
-
DSM
2 stops11h 24m
American Airlines
Wed 5/203:20 pm
DSM
-
BFL
1 stop8h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/22$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 6/277:00 am
BFL
-
MLI
1 stop7h 12m
American Airlines
Fri 7/34:33 pm
MLI
-
BFL
1 stop8h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/20$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Fri 5/297:00 am
BFL
-
DSM
1 stop7h 03m
American Airlines
Mon 6/84:48 pm
DSM
-
BFL
1 stop7h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/23$432
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Fri 3/66:49 pm
BFL
-
CID
2 stops12h 29m
American Airlines
Mon 3/92:21 pm
CID
-
BFL
1 stop5h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/23$444
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 6/287:00 am
BFL
-
MLI
1 stop7h 06m
American Airlines
Fri 7/34:33 pm
MLI
-
BFL
1 stop8h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/20$467
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 2/282:05 pm
BFL
-
OMA
1 stop5h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 3/37:23 am
OMA
-
BFL
1 stop6h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/20$478
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 5/307:00 am
BFL
-
CID
1 stop8h 34m
American Airlines
Tue 6/912:40 pm
CID
-
BFL
2 stops11h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/20$479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Thu 4/2312:54 pm
BFL
-
OMA
1 stop5h 33m
United Airlines
Sun 4/265:22 pm
OMA
-
BFL
1 stop5h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/22$489
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 6/236:00 am
BFL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 41m
American Airlines
Sun 6/284:48 pm
DSM
-
BFL
1 stop7h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/20$519

Find flight deals from Bakersfield to Iowa

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Bakersfield to Iowa 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 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bakersfield to Iowa that are best for you.

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Iowa

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BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 5/28

7:00 am-4:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

4:48 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$278

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 5/6

7:02 pm-8:26 am

2 stops11h 24m

Des Moines

Wed 5/20

2:39 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$309

BakersfieldCedar Rapids

BFL - CID

BFLCID

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 5/30

5:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 6/9

3:16 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$342

BakersfieldOmaha

BFL - OMA

BFLOMA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 4/28

12:54 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/2

5:22 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$364

BakersfieldMoline

BFL - MLI

BFLMLI

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 6/27

7:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Moline Quad-City

Fri 7/3

4:33 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$414

BakersfieldMoline

BFL - MLI

BFLMLI

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 6/28

7:00 am-4:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Moline Quad-City

Fri 7/3

4:33 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$467

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 6/23

6:00 am-1:41 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 6/28

4:48 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$519

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 5/29

4:32 pm-8:26 am

2 stops13h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 6/8

4:48 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$541

BakersfieldCedar Rapids

BFL - CID

BFLCID

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 5/30

12:14 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops9h 37m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 6/9

12:40 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops11h 17m

$574

BakersfieldCedar Rapids

BFL - CID

BFLCID

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 3/6

1:00 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 3/9

9:10 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$609

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Best time to book a flight from Bakersfield to Iowa

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Iowa (average of $201). Flying from Bakersfield to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated February 23, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Bakersfield to Iowa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,344 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

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
9,344 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,344 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

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
11,344 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,344 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

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

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Bakersfield to Iowa?

    For a flight from Bakersfield to Iowa, you will be flying from Meadows Field. Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL) is just 4.7 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Bakersfield to Iowa?

    For as low as $278, American Airlines can have you in Iowa from Bakersfield in 7h 03m. There are 1430 mi between Bakersfield and Iowa. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Bakersfield to Iowa?

    The most popular flight routes from Bakersfield to Iowa are Bakersfield Meadows Field - Des Moines, Bakersfield Meadows Field - Moline Quad-City and Bakersfield Meadows Field - Omaha Eppley Airfield.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Bakersfield to Iowa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Bakersfield to Iowa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Bakersfield to Iowa.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bakersfield to Iowa 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 Iowa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Iowa (average of $201). Flying from Bakersfield to Iowa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 Bakersfield to Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Bakersfield to Iowa. 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 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$330Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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