Iowa

$294+ Cheap flights from Bay City (MBS) 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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MBS — DSM
Jan 14 — Jan 211
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Cheap flight deals from Bay City to Iowa

Cheapest flights from Bay City to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bay City to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/183:05 pmMBS - DSM
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Mon 12/226:15 amDSM - MBS
1 stop3h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/14$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/182:15 pmMBS - DSM
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/218:00 amDSM - MBS
1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$503
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:45 amMBS - DSM
1 stop4h 04mDelta
Mon 12/296:15 amDSM - MBS
1 stop3h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/14$519
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/262:15 pmMBS - DSM
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:46 pmDSM - MBS
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$579
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/232:15 pmMBS - OMA
1 stop4h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/308:00 amOMA - MBS
1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$617
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/182:15 pmMBS - DSM
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/208:00 amDSM - MBS
1 stop11h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$668
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1811:39 amMBS - DSM
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Sun 12/216:59 amDSM - MBS
2 stops27h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/14$718
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/183:05 pmMBS - DSM
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Fri 12/196:33 pmDSM - MBS
2 stops27h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/14$748
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1811:39 amMBS - DSM
2 stops10h 36mDelta
Sat 12/2012:08 pmDSM - MBS
2 stops9h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/14$753

Find flight deals from Bay City to Iowa

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

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$294
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$372
Provider with most accurate pricing for Bay City MBS Intl-Des Moines flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Bay City MBS Intl-Des Moines flights.
From Bay City MBS Intl to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($50 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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

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Bay City

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

Thu 5/21

4:40 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Des Moines

Sun 5/24

6:25 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$294

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

Thu 5/21

4:40 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Des Moines

Mon 5/25

6:25 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$294

Bay CityOmaha

MBS - OMA

MBSOMA

Bay City MBS Intl

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 2/3

8:00 am-1:26 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$339

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

Wed 1/28

5:46 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

7:50 am-1:26 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$339

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

Fri 12/26

6:45 am-9:49 am

1 stop4h 04m

Des Moines

Mon 12/29

6:15 am-11:14 am

1 stop3h 59m

$519

Bay CityDes Moines

MBS - DSM

MBSDSM

Bay City MBS Intl

Fri 12/26

6:45 am-9:49 am

1 stop4h 04m

$390

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Deals found on 12/15

Best time to book a flight from Bay City to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Bay City to Iowa

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bay City to Iowa (average of $196). Flying from Bay City to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $282). 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 December 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and United Airlines from Bay City to Iowa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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

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

    For a flight from Bay City to Iowa, you will be flying from MBS Intl. Bay City MBS Intl (MBS) is just 10.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Bay City to Iowa?

    Departing from Bay City to Iowa will take you 5h 56m. Airlines will cover a distance of 506 mi.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bay City 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 Bay City to Iowa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bay City to Iowa (average of $196). Flying from Bay City to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $282). 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 Iowa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Bay City 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$241Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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