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 46% 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.

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?

The number of operators available for flights from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Des Moines Airport is 1 as of August 2025.

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.

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1:20 pm - 11:13 pmBFL-DSM

7h 53m2 stops

4:09 pm - 8:41 pmDSM-BFL

6h 32m1 stop

$264American Airlines

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Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8

6:00 am - 3:03 pmBFL-DSM

7h 03m1 stop

6:20 pm - 10:32 pmDSM-BFL

6h 12m1 stop

$313American Airlines

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Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3

12:50 pm - 11:17 pmBFL-DSM

8h 27m2 stops

2:17 pm - 6:35 pmDSM-BFL

6h 18m1 stop

$314American Airlines

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Sat, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 20

12:50 pm - 11:24 pmBFL-DSM

8h 34m2 stops

8:17 am - 6:35 pmDSM-BFL

12h 18m2 stops

$319American Airlines

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Sat, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 20

6:34 am - 1:46 pmBFL-DSM

5h 12m1 stop

4:09 pm - 8:41 pmDSM-BFL

6h 32m1 stop

$402American Airlines

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Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8

12:55 pm - 8:45 pmBFL-DSM

5h 50m1 stop

5:14 pm - 10:29 pmDSM-BFL

31h 15m2 stops

$407United Airlines

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Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3

1:20 pm - 11:28 pmBFL-DSM

8h 08m2 stops

4:09 pm - 8:41 pmDSM-BFL

6h 32m1 stop

$408American Airlines

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Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 15

2:10 pm - 11:44 pmBFL-DSM

7h 34m2 stops

5:14 pm - 10:29 pmDSM-BFL

31h 15m2 stops

$412United Airlines

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Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3

6:00 am - 3:01 pmBFL-DSM

7h 01m1 stop

2:17 pm - 6:35 pmDSM-BFL

6h 18m1 stop

$430American Airlines

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Sat, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 20

6:34 am - 1:46 pmBFL-DSM

5h 12m1 stop

4:09 pm - 8:41 pmDSM-BFL

6h 32m1 stop

$457American Airlines

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American Airlines flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines

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American Airlines

Sep 4

BFL1:20 pmBakersfield Meadows Field

7h 53m

2 stops

DSM11:13 pmDes Moines

Sep 8

DSM4:09 pmDes Moines

6h 32m

1 stop

BFL8:41 pmBakersfield Meadows Field

$264

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American Airlines

Oct 31

BFL6:00 amBakersfield Meadows Field

7h 03m

1 stop

DSM3:03 pmDes Moines

Nov 3

DSM6:20 pmDes Moines

6h 12m

1 stop

BFL10:32 pmBakersfield Meadows Field

$313

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American Airlines

Aug 16

BFL12:50 pmBakersfield Meadows Field

8h 27m

2 stops

DSM11:17 pmDes Moines

Aug 20

DSM2:17 pmDes Moines

6h 18m

1 stop

BFL6:35 pmBakersfield Meadows Field

$314

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United Airlines flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines

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United Airlines

Oct 31

BFL12:55 pmBakersfield Meadows Field

5h 50m

1 stop

DSM8:45 pmDes Moines

Nov 3

DSM5:14 pmDes Moines

31h 15m

2 stops

BFL10:29 pmBakersfield Meadows Field

$407

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United Airlines

Oct 31

BFL2:10 pmBakersfield Meadows Field

7h 34m

2 stops

DSM11:44 pmDes Moines

Nov 3

DSM5:14 pmDes Moines

31h 15m

2 stops

BFL10:29 pmBakersfield Meadows Field

$412

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United Airlines

Aug 16

BFL5:10 amBakersfield Meadows Field

10h 39m

2 stops

DSM5:49 pmDes Moines

Aug 20

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

16h 40m

3 stops

BFL10:40 pmBakersfield Meadows Field

$526

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BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 9/4

1:20 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops7h 53m

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

4:09 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$264

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 10/31

6:00 am-3:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Des Moines

Mon 11/3

6:20 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$313

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 8/16

12:50 pm-11:17 pm

2 stops8h 27m

Des Moines

Wed 8/20

2:17 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$314

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 8/16

12:50 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops8h 34m

Des Moines

Wed 8/20

8:17 am-6:35 pm

2 stops12h 18m

$319

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 9/4

6:34 am-1:46 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

4:09 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$402

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 10/31

12:55 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 11/3

5:14 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$407

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 9/8

1:20 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops8h 08m

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

4:09 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$408

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Fri 10/31

2:10 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops7h 34m

Des Moines

Mon 11/3

5:14 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$412

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sat 8/16

6:00 am-3:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Des Moines

Wed 8/20

2:17 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$430

BakersfieldDes Moines

BFL - DSM

BFLDSM

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Mon 9/8

6:34 am-1:46 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

4:09 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$457

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from Bakersfield to Des Moines is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $288. Flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $673. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Bakersfield to Des Moines in the afternoon for as low as $439. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $487. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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Best Price Found	$264
Fastest flight time	5h 12m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The best flight deal from Bakersfield to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $264

The fastest flight from Bakersfield to Des Moines takes 5h 12m

There are no direct flights from Bakersfield to Des Moines. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport - Des Moines Airport.

There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)

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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 12m.
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?
The number of operators available for flights from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport to Des Moines Airport is 1 as of August 2025.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Bakersfield to Des Moines is American Airlines (100% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from Bakersfield to Des Moines

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $213	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews		Search American Airlines flights

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Clive

Urbandale

Newton

Pella

Boone

Johnston

Osceola

Norwalk

Grinnell

Oskaloosa

Carlisle

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