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Cheap flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines from $344

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Bakersfield to Des Moines departing on 4/18. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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American Airlines Logo
7:02 pm - 10:26 am
BFL
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DSM
13h 24m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:26 pm - 10:10 pm
DSM
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BFL
5h 44m
1 stop
$344American Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25
American Airlines Logo
12:17 pm - 11:59 pm
BFL
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DSM
9h 42m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 10:10 pm
DSM
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BFL
8h 50m
2 stops
$349American Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25
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
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:47 pm
BFL
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DSM
5h 47m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:19 am - 9:14 am
DSM
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BFL
5h 55m
1 stop
$429American Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, May 20
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
$435American Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Sat, May 30
American Airlines Logo
7:02 pm - 10:26 am
BFL
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DSM
13h 24m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:30 pm
DSM
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BFL
13h 30m
2 stops
$439American Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, May 12
American Airlines Logo
12:14 pm - 11:59 pm
BFL
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DSM
9h 45m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:48 pm - 9:57 pm
DSM
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BFL
10h 09m
2 stops
$440American 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
$443United Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Sat, May 30
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
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
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
$453United Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Sat, May 30

United Airlines flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Bakersfield to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
May 28
BFL5:00 amBakersfield Meadows Field
5h 36m
1 stop
DSM12:36 pmDes Moines
May 30
DSM5:17 pmDes Moines
5h 31m
1 stop
BFL8:48 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
$443
United Airlines
Apr 25
BFL12:54 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
5h 40m
1 stop
DSM8:34 pmDes Moines
Apr 29
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
8h 42m
2 stops
BFL12:12 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
$449
United Airlines
May 28
BFL5:00 amBakersfield Meadows Field
5h 36m
1 stop
DSM12:36 pmDes Moines
May 30
DSM5:17 pmDes Moines
5h 31m
1 stop
BFL8:48 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
$453

American Airlines flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Bakersfield to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Apr 18
BFL7:02 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
13h 24m
2 stops
DSM10:26 amDes Moines
Apr 25
DSM6:26 pmDes Moines
5h 44m
1 stop
BFL10:10 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
$344
American Airlines
Apr 18
BFL12:17 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
9h 42m
2 stops
DSM11:59 pmDes Moines
Apr 25
DSM3:20 pmDes Moines
8h 50m
2 stops
BFL10:10 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
$349
American Airlines
May 28
BFL7:00 amBakersfield Meadows Field
7h 03m
1 stop
DSM4:03 pmDes Moines
May 30
DSM1:37 pmDes Moines
10h 20m
2 stops
BFL9:57 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
$425

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BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 4/18

7:02 pm-10:26 am

2 stops13h 24m

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

6:26 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$344

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 4/18

12:17 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 42m

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

3:20 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$349

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 5/28

7:00 am-4:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

1:37 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$425

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 4/25

6:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Des Moines

Wed 5/20

5:19 am-9:14 am

1 stop5h 55m

$429

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 5/28

7:00 am-4:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

1:48 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops10h 09m

$435

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 4/22

7:02 pm-10:26 am

2 stops13h 24m

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-5:30 pm

2 stops13h 30m

$439

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 5/28

12:14 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

1:48 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops10h 09m

$440
Quickest round-trip

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 5/28

5:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

5:17 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$443

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 4/25

12:54 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

5:30 am-12:12 pm

2 stops8h 42m

$449

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 5/28

5:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

5:17 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$453

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What airlines fly to Des Moines?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Bakersfield according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Fastest flight time

5h 36m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Bakersfield to Des Moines takes 5h 36m
There are no direct flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Bakersfield to Des Moines.
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  • How far is Bakersfield Meadows Field to Des Moines by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Bakersfield Meadows Field to Des Moines is 1431.8 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 5h 36m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Des Moines Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

Best airlines flying from Bakersfield to Des Moines

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $263Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,488 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $330Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,451 reviews
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