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$258+ 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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BFL — DSM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bakersfield to Iowa

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Average price

$398
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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 February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 3/164:33 pmBFL - DSM
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/226:20 pmDSM - BFL
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/284:33 pmBFL - OMA
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/312:12 pmOMA - BFL
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$258
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 4/126:15 amBFL - MLI
2 stops12h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/1510:50 amMLI - BFL
2 stops11h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$375
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 3/16:10 amBFL - OMA
2 stops11h 57mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/66:00 amOMA - BFL
2 stops7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$435
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/122:00 pmBFL - CID
2 stops21h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/153:14 pmCID - BFL
2 stops22h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$519
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 9/121:09 pmBFL - CID
1 stop8h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/155:14 amCID - BFL
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$548

Find flights from Bakersfield to Iowa within your budget

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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Bakersfield

Fly to

Iowa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 3/16

4:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Des Moines

Sat 3/22

6:20 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$258

BakersfieldOmaha

BFL - OMA

BFLOMA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 3/28

4:33 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/31

2:12 pm-6:53 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$258

BakersfieldMoline

BFL - MLI

BFLMLI

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 4/12

6:15 am-9:03 pm

2 stops12h 48m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 4/15

10:50 am-8:16 pm

2 stops11h 26m

$375

BakersfieldOmaha

BFL - OMA

BFLOMA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Tue 3/4

1:52 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 3/8

5:24 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$520

BakersfieldOmaha

BFL - OMA

BFLOMA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 3/8

6:20 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$319

BakersfieldOmaha

BFL - OMA

BFLOMA

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 3/9

1:54 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops30h 36m

$536

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Deals found on 2/19

Best time to book a flight from Bakersfield to Iowa

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Travel insights for flights 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 $422). 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 February 20, 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.

Rainfall in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

Plan your trip to Iowa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, 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 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 February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Bakersfield to Iowa have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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.

  • What are the most popular routes from Bakersfield to Iowa?

    The most popular flight routes from Bakersfield to Iowa are Bakersfield Meadows Field - Des Moines, Bakersfield Meadows Field - Omaha Eppley Airfield 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 $422). 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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American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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