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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield (DSM - BFL) from $183

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — BFL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Bakersfield

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Bakersfield (BFL). 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 June 12, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$333

One-way from

$183
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 72% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Bakersfield from Des Moines average $502. You can even find prices in May for less than $502, as users have found deals to Bakersfield from as low as $256. The month of October appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Bakersfield from Des Moines. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 76%.

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

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap Des Moines to Bakersfield flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Bakersfield specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Prices were last updated on June 12, 2024.
Sun 6/305:40 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/54:46 pmBFL - DSM
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$334
Sun 6/305:40 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/610:00 amBFL - DSM
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$408
Sun 6/305:40 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/66:10 amBFL - DSM
2 stops10h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$417
Sun 6/305:08 pmDSM - BFL
2 stops23h 03mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/51:30 pmBFL - DSM
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$427
Sun 6/302:49 pmDSM - BFL
2 stops9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/66:10 amBFL - DSM
2 stops10h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$556
Sun 6/302:49 pmDSM - BFL
2 stops9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/56:10 amBFL - DSM
2 stops9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$586

Des Moines to Bakersfield 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Bakersfield in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
Sun 6/305:40 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/54:46 pmBFL - DSM
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$334
Sat 8/35:45 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/106:10 amBFL - DSM
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$353
Sat 8/35:45 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/109:55 amBFL - DSM
2 stops10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$362
Sun 6/305:40 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/610:00 amBFL - DSM
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$408
Sun 6/305:40 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/66:10 amBFL - DSM
2 stops10h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$417
Sun 6/305:08 pmDSM - BFL
2 stops23h 03mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/51:30 pmBFL - DSM
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$427
Sat 8/35:00 amDSM - BFL
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/109:55 amBFL - DSM
2 stops10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$526
Sun 6/302:49 pmDSM - BFL
2 stops9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/66:10 amBFL - DSM
2 stops10h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$556
Sun 6/302:49 pmDSM - BFL
2 stops9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/56:10 amBFL - DSM
2 stops9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$586

One-way flights to Bakersfield from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Bakersfield. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
Thu 7/115:00 amDSM - BFL
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$183
Tue 7/95:00 amDSM - BFL
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$203
Wed 6/265:00 amDSM - BFL
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$223
Wed 6/265:00 amDSM - BFL
2 stops8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$228
Wed 7/106:00 amDSM - BFL
2 stops10h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$248
Tue 7/93:57 pmDSM - BFL
2 stops8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$263
Thu 6/275:54 amDSM - BFL
2 stops8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$269
Tue 6/255:40 amDSM - BFL
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$273
Tue 6/255:00 amDSM - BFL
2 stops8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$278

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Bakersfield. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Bakersfield flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Bakersfield

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Temperature and rainfall in Bakersfield by month

Plan your trip to Bakersfield by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BFL

Temperature

48.2 - 84.2 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bakersfield, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Bakersfield

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bakersfield. 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 Bakersfield. Reviews last updated June 12, 2024.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

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  • What does DSM to BFL mean?

    Des Moines Airport is DSM and Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport is BFL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Bakersfield flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Bakersfield offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Bakersfield flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Bakersfield flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Bakersfield flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/12.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Bakersfield (average of $333). Flying from Des Moines to Bakersfield in June is currently the most expensive (average of $509). 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 Des Moines to Bakersfield

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield. 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 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$301Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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