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Cheapest round-trip
$411
Typical prices: $384-$532
American Airlines
Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
DSM - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$211
Typical prices: $271-$375
American Airlines
Sun 11/4
DSM - JFK • 1 stop
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There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $462 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl (DSM-JFK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
7:31 pm - 11:00 amDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:00 pm - 12:14 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
10h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$411American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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9:25 am - 8:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:59 pm - 12:26 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
10h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$411American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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7:29 am - 8:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:26 pm - 12:14 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
12h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$411American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
9:26 am - 8:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 12:14 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
10h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$411American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 6:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:40 am - 6:56 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
9h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$413American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
7:31 pm - 11:00 amDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:29 am - 2:31 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$413American Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 27
American Airlines Logo
9:37 am - 4:29 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:40 pm - 11:03 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 23m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$415American Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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2:49 pm - 10:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 41m1 stop Nashville Intl
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7:00 am - 7:46 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
13h 46m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$429Allegiant Air
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:00 am - 11:57 amDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
4h 57m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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1:10 pm - 6:09 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$435Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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4:01 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 58m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 10:42 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$435Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport start at $411. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $384 to $532. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $411 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 41% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

Key details for Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$211
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flight from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

When to book flights from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flights from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    On the Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 41%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $364 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $610: a $246 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 1,034 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 $411 to $1,860. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $224, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 16m, compared with 5h 33m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 50m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from $384 to $532, with an average of $430 over the past 12 months. Anything below $384 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $364 - about $246 less than Sunday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $175 round-trip in that month - typically $462 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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