BFL - DSM

$324 Find Cheap Flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Bakersfield to Des Moines departing on 5/28. 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.
1 adult
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Bakersfield to Des Moines, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$324
American Airlines
Thu 5/28Sat 5/30
BFL - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$480
American Airlines
Sun 3/29
BFL - DSM • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from $324 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Bakersfield and Des Moines. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $483 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines (BFL-DSM)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Bakersfield to Des Moines

Thu, May 28 - Sat, May 30
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:03 pm
BFL
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DSM
7h 03m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:48 pm - 9:57 pm
DSM
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BFL
10h 09m
2 stops
$324American Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
United Airlines Logo
12:54 pm - 8:34 pm
BFL
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DSM
5h 40m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 8:54 pm
DSM
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BFL
5h 37m
1 stop
$398United Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
United Airlines Logo
12:54 pm - 8:34 pm
BFL
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DSM
5h 40m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:12 pm
DSM
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BFL
8h 42m
2 stops
$404United Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
United Airlines Logo
12:54 pm - 8:34 pm
BFL
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DSM
5h 40m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 8:54 pm
DSM
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BFL
5h 37m
1 stop
$418United Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
United Airlines Logo
12:54 pm - 8:34 pm
BFL
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DSM
5h 40m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:12 pm
DSM
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BFL
8h 42m
2 stops
$424United Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Sat, May 30
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:03 pm
BFL
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DSM
7h 03m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:37 pm - 9:57 pm
DSM
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BFL
10h 20m
2 stops
$425American Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Sat, May 30
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:36 pm
BFL
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DSM
5h 36m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 8:48 pm
DSM
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BFL
5h 31m
1 stop
$448United Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
United Airlines Logo
12:54 pm - 8:34 pm
BFL
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DSM
5h 40m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:12 pm
DSM
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BFL
8h 42m
2 stops
$449United Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Sat, May 30
American Airlines Logo
4:42 pm - 8:13 am
BFL
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DSM
13h 31m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:48 pm - 9:57 pm
DSM
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BFL
10h 09m
2 stops
$452American Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Sat, May 30
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:44 pm
BFL
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DSM
5h 44m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:48 pm - 9:57 pm
DSM
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BFL
10h 09m
2 stops
$464American Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Bakersfield to Des Moines flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

The cheapest round-trip price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Bakersfield to Des Moines were found on American Airlines ($324) and United Airlines ($398).

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Cheapest flight$324
Flight from Bakersfield to Des Moines

When to book flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bakersfield to Des Moines based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Bakersfield to Des Moines was $480 for a one-way ticket and $324 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Bakersfield and Des Moines?

    A passport is not required to fly from Bakersfield to Des Moines.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

    When flying out of Bakersfield you will be using Bakersfield Meadows Field. You will be landing at Des Moines, also known as Des Moines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Bakersfield and Des Moines, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines, United Airlines or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $368 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $437 and an overall rating of 7.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Des Moines from Bakersfield is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Des Moines with an airline and back to Bakersfield with another airline. Booking your flights between Bakersfield and DSM can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Des Moines from Bakersfield up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Bakersfield to Des Moines

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Bakersfield to Des Moines. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Bakersfield to Des Moines? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9431 reviews
8.1Crew
7.7Boarding
7.3Comfort
6.6Food
7.1Entertainment
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Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Mar 2026
SFO - DEN
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Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Complimentary light meal would be appreciated. But great flight crew service on all legs

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

Flight delayed. WiFi connectivity very poor if not existant. Last minute arrival forced me to run to catch my connection.

Terrible. No customer service, no food, no drinks on a 6 hour premier economy booking.

Delay after delay with little communication then AA lost my luggage and at airport would not assist just said scan this QR code to track your luggage and submit a claim. However QR code provided did not work so have to go back to airport

Dloght delayed by 2.5 hrs . Common theme in my last four american floghts

They are rarely on time! Very hard to plan your travels when flights or connections keep getting delayed.

My seat was assigned last row behind restrooms No legroom’s I’m very Pettit Still was not comfortable Food choice was excellent

The chicken wrap was tiny ($13 for what looked like a 1/3 of a normal wrap?) and disgusting.

Mediocre would be best description. Food bland. Seat biz class uncomfortable to sleep. Crew never dimmed lights completely in an overnight flight to Europe. Would avoid AA if possible.

Small plane, poor meal choices for first class, bad terminal and boarding experience at LAX

Massimo, flight attendant was very authentic, attentive - wonderful. Food/wrap was just okay.

Experience was great. The best part is the free Wi-Fi connection which helps me to work on the flight

The flight was fine. It's the satellite terminal that supports American eagle flights is what sucks. There is only one food option and everything there is way overpriced. I mean I know it's airport pricing, but it's even crazier than that. I bought a sandwich in a plastic container for $18.

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