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$325+ 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 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — DSM
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bakersfield to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Bakersfield to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$325
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$614
From Bakersfield Meadows Field to Iowa
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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 September 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/246:00 amBFL - OMA
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/308:40 amOMA - BFL
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/316:10 amBFL - DSM
2 stops10h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/33:39 pmDSM - BFL
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 12/236:45 pmBFL - DSM
2 stops11h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/312:40 pmDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Mon 12/224:30 pmBFL - DSM
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/312:40 pmDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/251:06 pmBFL - OMA
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/309:41 amOMA - BFL
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$418
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/312:10 pmBFL - DSM
2 stops7h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/39:01 amDSM - BFL
2 stops27h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$422
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/255:05 amBFL - OMA
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/296:00 amOMA - BFL
2 stops8h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$424
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/256:11 amBFL - OMA
2 stops10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/295:11 amOMA - BFL
2 stops9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$489
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/266:34 amBFL - OMA
2 stops11h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/295:11 amOMA - BFL
2 stops9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$515
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/261:55 pmBFL - OMA
1 stop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/286:00 amOMA - BFL
2 stops18h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$528
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/196:34 amBFL - MLI
2 stops8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/2110:51 amMLI - BFL
2 stops13h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$611
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 12/226:11 amBFL - MLI
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/3111:09 amMLI - BFL
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$615

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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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bakersfield to Iowa that are best for you.

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Bakersfield

Fly to

Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

BakersfieldCedar Rapids

BFL - CID

BFLCID

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 2/20

1:20 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/24

11:29 am-6:07 pm

2 stops8h 38m

$325

BakersfieldOmaha

BFL - OMA

BFLOMA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 2/21

1:20 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 2/25

11:03 am-6:07 pm

2 stops9h 04m

$335

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 2/18

6:32 am-4:14 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

3:30 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$338

BakersfieldOmaha

BFL - OMA

BFLOMA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 9/25

6:11 am-6:40 pm

2 stops10h 29m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/30

3:47 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$344

BakersfieldOmaha

BFL - OMA

BFLOMA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 2/21

12:50 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 2/25

7:23 am-11:43 am

1 stop6h 20m

$354

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 10/31

6:10 am-6:46 pm

2 stops10h 36m

Des Moines

Mon 11/3

3:39 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$374

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 12/23

6:45 pm-8:15 am

2 stops11h 30m

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

2:40 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$385

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 12/22

4:30 pm-12:29 am

1 stop5h 59m

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

2:40 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$402

BakersfieldMoline

BFL - MLI

BFLMLI

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 3/3

6:32 am-2:19 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 3/7

3:46 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$408

BakersfieldOmaha

BFL - OMA

BFLOMA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 9/25

1:06 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/30

9:41 am-1:08 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$418

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/13

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Bakersfield to Iowa 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BFL to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Bakersfield to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Bakersfield to Iowa as you normally would.

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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 September 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Bakersfield to Iowa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

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 $419, American Airlines can have you in Iowa from Bakersfield in 7h 34m. There are 1305 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 - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Bakersfield Meadows Field - Des Moines and Bakersfield Meadows Field - Moline Quad-City.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Bakersfield to Iowa 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 Bakersfield to Iowa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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