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Cheap flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines (BFL - DSM) from $383

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 7/18. 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.
BFL — DSM
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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Cheap flight deals from Bakersfield to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bakersfield (BFL) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 6, 2024.

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October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$457

Round-trip from

$323
High demand for flights, 38% potential price rise
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2024
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From Bakersfield Meadows Field to Des Moines
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

Friday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 149%.

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

Our data shows that August tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines from Bakersfield. Users have commonly found prices around $527 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $253. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in October.

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

It’s optimal to fly from Bakersfield to Des Moines at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap Bakersfield to Des Moines flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Bakersfield to Des Moines specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 7/185:10 amBFL - DSM
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/235:00 amDSM - BFL
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$383
Thu 7/1810:00 amBFL - DSM
2 stops11h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/235:00 amDSM - BFL
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$498
Thu 7/182:52 pmBFL - DSM
2 stops30h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/236:00 amDSM - BFL
2 stops10h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$585

Bakersfield to Des Moines 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Bakersfield and Des Moines in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 7/185:10 amBFL - DSM
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/235:00 amDSM - BFL
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$383
Thu 8/2912:30 pmBFL - DSM
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/85:05 amDSM - BFL
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$437
Thu 8/299:55 amBFL - DSM
2 stops11h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/85:30 amDSM - BFL
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$446
Thu 8/299:55 amBFL - DSM
2 stops11h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/811:35 amDSM - BFL
2 stops12h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$451
Thu 7/1810:00 amBFL - DSM
2 stops11h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/235:00 amDSM - BFL
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$498
Thu 7/182:52 pmBFL - DSM
2 stops30h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/236:00 amDSM - BFL
2 stops10h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$585
Thu 8/2912:45 pmBFL - DSM
1 stop8h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/86:00 amDSM - BFL
1 stop9h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,091
Thu 8/2912:45 pmBFL - DSM
2 stops23h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/86:00 amDSM - BFL
1 stop9h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,100
Thu 8/299:55 amBFL - DSM
2 stops10h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/811:35 amDSM - BFL
2 stops8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,706

Find flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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$383 - $1,706

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Price

Bakersfield Meadows FieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 7/18

1 stop8h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 7/23

1 stop8h 57m

$383

Bakersfield Meadows FieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 8/29

1 stop8h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 9/8

1 stop8h 57m

$437

Bakersfield Meadows FieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 8/29

2 stops11h 08m

Des Moines

Sun 9/8

1 stop8h 39m

$446

Bakersfield Meadows FieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 8/29

2 stops11h 08m

Des Moines

Sun 9/8

2 stops12h 28m

$451

Bakersfield Meadows FieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 7/18

2 stops11h 37m

Des Moines

Tue 7/23

1 stop8h 57m

$498

Bakersfield Meadows FieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 7/18

2 stops30h 54m

Des Moines

Tue 7/23

2 stops10h 11m

$585

Bakersfield Meadows FieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 8/29

1 stop8h 59m

Des Moines

Sun 9/8

1 stop9h 16m

$1,091

Bakersfield Meadows FieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 8/29

2 stops23h 22m

Des Moines

Sun 9/8

1 stop9h 16m

$1,100

Bakersfield Meadows FieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 8/29

2 stops10h 24m

Des Moines

Sun 9/8

2 stops8h 52m

$1,706

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Deals found on 6/5

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Bakersfield to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Bakersfield to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 Bakersfield to Des Moines

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Temperature and rainfall in Des Moines by month

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

DSM

Temperature

23 - 77 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines and United Airlines from Bakersfield to Des Moines have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
10,696 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

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  • Can I find flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $383, but on average you can expect to pay $744.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Bakersfield to Des Moines round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines round-trip from $383. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. American Airlines is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does BFL to DSM mean?

    Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport is BFL and Des Moines Airport is DSM. 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 Bakersfield to Des Moines that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Bakersfield to Des Moines 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, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Bakersfield to Des Moines flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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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 Bakersfield to Des Moines.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bakersfield to Des Moines 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 Bakersfield to Des Moines that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Bakersfield to Des Moines 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 Bakersfield to Des Moines?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Bakersfield to Des Moines 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 Bakersfield to Des Moines flight deals updated?

    The Bakersfield to Des Moines flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bakersfield to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from Bakersfield to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $427). 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 Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines. 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$280Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$388Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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