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Cheapest round-trip
$439
Typical prices: $293-$467
United Airlines
Wed 11/14Sun 11/18
MBS - DSM • 1 stop
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 14% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $339 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 3h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bay City to Des Moines (MBS-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Bay City to Des Moines

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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1:34 pm - 7:16 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 12:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
3h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$439United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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1:34 pm - 7:16 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 12:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
3h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$454United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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1:34 pm - 7:16 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 12:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
3h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$484United Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:37 pm - 9:23 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-DSM Des Moines
3h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 12:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
3h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$543United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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1:34 pm - 5:33 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:30 am - 10:11 pmDSM  Des Moines-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
15h 41m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$610United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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1:34 pm - 5:33 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:30 am - 10:11 pmDSM  Des Moines-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
15h 41m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$646United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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1:34 pm - 5:33 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:30 am - 10:11 pmDSM  Des Moines-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
15h 41m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$661United Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Thu, Oct 22
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6:50 am - 2:25 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-DSM Des Moines
8h 35m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
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10:22 am - 5:26 pmDSM  Des Moines-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
6h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$903Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Bay City to Des Moines flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Bay City to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from Bay City to Des Moines typically range from $293 to $467. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $439, on United Airlines.

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Key details for Bay City to Des Moines flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$439
Round-trip flight from Bay City to Des Moines

When to book flights from Bay City to Des Moines

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Your Bay City to Des Moines flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bay City to Des Moines?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bay City to Des Moines.

  • How long is a flight from Bay City to Des Moines?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Bay City to Des Moines. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 47m and 4h 47m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bay City to Des Moines?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Bay City to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Bay City to Des Moines range from $293 to $467, with an average of $318 over the past 12 months. Anything below $293 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Bay City to Des Moines changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $439 to $982. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Bay City to Des Moines?

    Flights from Bay City to Des Moines usually depart from Bay City MBS Intl (MBS) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Bay City to Des Moines pass through?

    Connecting flights from Bay City to Des Moines most commonly pass through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bay City to Des Moines?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 76% on flights from Bay City to Des Moines. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $273 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,113, a difference of $840.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Bay City to Des Moines?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 47m, compared with 4h 47m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Bay City and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Bay City (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Bay City to Des Moines flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $273, about $840 less than Wednesday fares (75% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bay City to Des Moines trip for January. Fares historically average $273 round-trip in that month - typically $840 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.

    • Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    • Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
    • Homewood Suites by Hilton - Des Moines Airport

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