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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield from $428

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United Airlines Logo
5:16 pm - 8:57 pm
DSM
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BFL
5h 41m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:36 pm
BFL
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DSM
5h 36m
1 stop
$428United Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 26
United Airlines Logo
11:34 am - 7:59 pm
DSM
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BFL
10h 25m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:36 pm
BFL
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DSM
5h 36m
1 stop
$434United Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 26
United Airlines Logo
9:14 am - 7:59 pm
DSM
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BFL
12h 45m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 12:34 am
BFL
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DSM
9h 49m
2 stops
$553United Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 26
American Airlines Logo
6:26 pm - 10:10 pm
DSM
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BFL
5h 44m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:46 am - 5:29 pm
BFL
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DSM
5h 43m
1 stop
$656American Airlines
Sun, Apr 26 - Thu, Apr 30
American Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 9:14 am
DSM
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BFL
5h 49m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:46 am - 11:49 pm
BFL
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DSM
12h 03m
2 stops
$662American Airlines
Sun, Apr 26 - Thu, Apr 30
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:47 am
DSM
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BFL
8h 47m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
9:46 am - 11:59 pm
BFL
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DSM
12h 13m
2 stops
$723American Airlines
Sun, Apr 26 - Thu, Apr 30

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Bakersfield flight tickets
United Airlines
Aug 22
DSM5:16 pmDes Moines
5h 41m
1 stop
BFL8:57 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
Aug 26
BFL5:00 amBakersfield Meadows Field
5h 36m
1 stop
DSM12:36 pmDes Moines
$428
United Airlines
Aug 22
DSM11:34 amDes Moines
10h 25m
2 stops
BFL7:59 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
Aug 26
BFL5:00 amBakersfield Meadows Field
5h 36m
1 stop
DSM12:36 pmDes Moines
$434
United Airlines
Aug 22
DSM9:14 amDes Moines
12h 45m
2 stops
BFL7:59 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
Aug 26
BFL12:45 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
9h 49m
2 stops
DSM12:34 amDes Moines
$553

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Bakersfield

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Bakersfield flight tickets
American Airlines
Apr 26
DSM6:26 pmDes Moines
5h 44m
1 stop
BFL10:10 pmBakersfield Meadows Field
Apr 30
BFL9:46 amBakersfield Meadows Field
5h 43m
1 stop
DSM5:29 pmDes Moines
$656
American Airlines
Apr 26
DSM5:25 amDes Moines
5h 49m
1 stop
BFL9:14 amBakersfield Meadows Field
Apr 30
BFL9:46 amBakersfield Meadows Field
12h 03m
2 stops
DSM11:49 pmDes Moines
$662
American Airlines
Apr 6
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
6h 28m
1 stop
BFL9:28 amBakersfield Meadows Field
Apr 9
BFL6:00 amBakersfield Meadows Field
6h 47m
1 stop
DSM2:47 pmDes Moines
$678

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Des MoinesBakersfield

DSM - BFL

DSMBFL

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

5:16 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 8/26

5:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$428

Des MoinesBakersfield

DSM - BFL

DSMBFL

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

11:34 am-7:59 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 8/26

5:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$434

Des MoinesBakersfield

DSM - BFL

DSMBFL

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

9:14 am-7:59 pm

2 stops12h 45m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 8/26

12:45 pm-12:34 am

2 stops9h 49m

$553

Des MoinesBakersfield

DSM - BFL

DSMBFL

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

6:26 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 4/30

9:46 am-5:29 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$656

Des MoinesBakersfield

DSM - BFL

DSMBFL

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

5:25 am-9:14 am

1 stop5h 49m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 4/30

9:46 am-11:49 pm

2 stops12h 03m

$662

Des MoinesBakersfield

DSM - BFL

DSMBFL

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

5:00 am-11:47 am

2 stops8h 47m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Thu 4/30

9:46 am-11:59 pm

2 stops12h 13m

$723

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What airlines fly to Bakersfield?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Bakersfield from Des Moines 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 Bakersfield. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Bakersfield on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Fastest flight time

5h 41m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Bakersfield takes 5h 41m
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  • How far is Des Moines to Bakersfield Meadows Field by plane?

    Des Moines and Bakersfield Meadows Field are 1431.8 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 5h 41m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport refresh daily.

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Bakersfield

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $233Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,525 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $258Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,543 reviews
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