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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield (DSM - BFL) from $415

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 8/3. 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.
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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 May 28, 2024.

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October

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September

Average price

$593

Round-trip from

$346
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From Des Moines to Bakersfield Meadows Field
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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 September. Prices to Bakersfield from Des Moines average $526. You can even find prices in September for less than $526, as users have found deals to Bakersfield from as low as $303. 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 68%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Bakersfield (DSM - BFL)?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Des Moines and Bakersfield. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,740,132 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Sat 8/35:45 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/106:10 amBFL - DSM
2 stops14h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$415
Sat 8/35:45 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/106:10 amBFL - DSM
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$437
Sat 8/39:39 amDSM - BFL
2 stops10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/106:10 amBFL - DSM
2 stops14h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$525
Sat 8/37:00 amDSM - BFL
2 stops13h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/109:55 amBFL - DSM
2 stops11h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$629
Fri 5/312:48 pmDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/910:00 amBFL - DSM
2 stops9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$664
Fri 5/315:00 amDSM - BFL
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/910:00 amBFL - DSM
2 stops9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$669

Cheap Des Moines to Bakersfield flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Bakersfield specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,740,132 searches. Prices were last updated on May 28, 2024.
Fri 5/319:21 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/91:29 pmBFL - DSM
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/27$614
Fri 5/312:48 pmDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/910:00 amBFL - DSM
2 stops9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$664
Fri 5/315:00 amDSM - BFL
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/910:00 amBFL - DSM
2 stops9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$669

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 2,740,132 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Sat 8/35:45 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/106:10 amBFL - DSM
2 stops14h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$415
Sat 8/35:45 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/106:10 amBFL - DSM
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$437
Sat 8/39:39 amDSM - BFL
2 stops10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/106:10 amBFL - DSM
2 stops14h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$525
Fri 5/319:21 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/91:29 pmBFL - DSM
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/27$614
Sat 8/37:00 amDSM - BFL
2 stops13h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/109:55 amBFL - DSM
2 stops11h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$629
Fri 5/312:48 pmDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/910:00 amBFL - DSM
2 stops9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$664
Fri 5/315:00 amDSM - BFL
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/910:00 amBFL - DSM
2 stops9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$669

Des Moines to Bakersfield flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Des Moines to Bakersfield for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,740,132 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Fri 5/319:21 amDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/91:29 pmBFL - DSM
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/27$614
Fri 5/312:48 pmDSM - BFL
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/910:00 amBFL - DSM
2 stops9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$664
Fri 5/315:00 amDSM - BFL
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/910:00 amBFL - DSM
2 stops9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$669

Find flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield 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 2,740,132 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.

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Des MoinesBakersfield Meadows Field

DSM - BFL

DSMBFL

Des Moines

Sat 8/3

1 stop5h 14m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 8/10

2 stops14h 09m

$415

Des MoinesBakersfield Meadows Field

DSM - BFL

DSMBFL

Des Moines

Sat 8/3

1 stop5h 14m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 8/10

1 stop7h 03m

$437

Des MoinesBakersfield Meadows Field

DSM - BFL

DSMBFL

Des Moines

Sat 8/3

2 stops10h 51m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 8/10

2 stops14h 09m

$525

Des MoinesBakersfield Meadows Field

DSM - BFL

DSMBFL

Des Moines

Sat 8/3

2 stops13h 30m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 8/10

2 stops11h 08m

$629

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When is the cheapest time 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 May 26, 2024.
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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.

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Temperature

48.2 - 84.2 °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 May 28, 2024.
American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,316 reviews
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Overall

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,316 reviews
American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,316 reviews
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Overall

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $415, but on average you can expect to pay $501.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Bakersfield for under $700?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield within the next 7 days for less than $700.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Bakersfield round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Bakersfield is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $415 on this airline. American Airlines is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Bakersfield by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • 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 5/28.

  • When is the best time 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 $346). Flying from Des Moines to Bakersfield in June is currently the most expensive (average of $508). 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

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American AirlinesCheapest$300Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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