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$63 Find Cheap Flights from Des Moines to New York

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Cheapest round-trip
$170
Typical prices: $362-$169
Allegiant Air
Mon 8/10Fri 8/14
DSM - EWR • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$63
Typical prices: $152-$299
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DSM - EWR • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to New York (DSM-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to New York

Mon, Aug 10 - Fri, Aug 14
Allegiant Air Logo
7:35 am - 11:05 am
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EWR
2h 30mnonstop
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11:55 am - 2:00 pm
EWR
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DSM
3h 05mnonstop
$170Allegiant Air
Mon, Jul 27 - Mon, Aug 3
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7:35 am - 11:05 am
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EWR
2h 30mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
11:55 am - 1:50 pm
EWR
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DSM
2h 55mnonstop
$171Allegiant Air
Mon, Jul 27 - Fri, Jul 31
Allegiant Air Logo
7:35 am - 11:05 am
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EWR
2h 30mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
11:55 am - 1:50 pm
EWR
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DSM
2h 55mnonstop
$172Allegiant Air
Sun, Jun 28 - Wed, Jul 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:27 am - 4:01 pm
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LGA
29h 34m
1 stop
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10:00 pm - 11:07 pm
LGA
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DSM
26h 07m
2 stops
$331Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jun 27 - Wed, Jul 8
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5:06 pm - 4:01 pm
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LGA
21h 55m
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Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 11:07 pm
LGA
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DSM
26h 07m
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$332Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 29
American Airlines Logo
6:55 am - 8:01 pm
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JFK
12h 06m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 7:21 pm
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DSM
9h 51m
1 stop
$335American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 11:35 am
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LGA
4h 55m
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12:00 pm - 11:30 pm
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DSM
12h 30m
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$341Southwest
Tue, Aug 18 - Fri, Aug 21
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2:40 pm - 10:15 pm
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LGA
6h 35m
1 stop
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6:00 am - 11:25 am
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DSM
6h 25m
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$343Southwest
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18
American Airlines Logo
6:55 am - 4:30 pm
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LGA
8h 35m
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American Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 8:23 pm
LGA
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DSM
3h 08mnonstop
$350American Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Aug 4
Delta Logo
11:30 am - 7:48 pm
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JFK
7h 18m
1 stop
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7:15 am - 2:04 pm
JFK
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DSM
7h 49m
1 stop
$385Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to New York flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Des Moines to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to New York?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Des Moines to New York departing in August.

What is the cheapest Des Moines to New York flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Des Moines to New York costs $148 on the route between Des Moines (DSM) and Newark Airport (EWR). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 38% cheaper than other Des Moines-New York routes. The most popular route is between Des Moines (DSM) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to New York?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines to New York is August, where tickets cost $52 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $298 and $285 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Des Moines to New York?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $416, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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Expert advice for your flight from Des Moines to New York

 
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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$63
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Des Moines to New York

  • Does DSM provide facilities for nursing moms?

    Yes. DSM provides a Mamava lactation pod located just beyond the TSA security checkpoint in the main terminal. Each freestanding lactation unit has a fold-down shelf, seating on either side, a USB port, an electrical outlet, a mirror, and a coat hook. You can download the Mamava app to get the access code to enter the unit.

  • Where can I find long-term parking at DSM?

    The Long-Term Parking Lots and The Long-Term Premium Parking Lots are located within walking distance to the terminal. More affordable options for long-term parking include the Economy 2 Blue Lot, the Economy 3 Green Lot, and the Economy 4 Gray Lot. From these lots, you can take a free shuttle to the DSM terminals. The DSM homepage tells you how much space is available in each lot and the Live Shuttle Tracker lets you know when the next shuttle is arriving at the lot.

  • Is it a good idea to take a taxi from the NYC airports into Manhattan?

    Your amount of luggage or your time constraints might make it necessary to take a taxi, which can get expensive. The taxi will have a flat fee from the airport into Manhattan plus a surcharge based on the time of day. Added to that, you will have to tip the driver. All totaled, cab ride from an NYC airport into Manhattan will cost around $90 to $100.

  • How do I get from the NYC airports into Manhattan on public transportation?

    From JFK and LGA, catch an AirTrain from any of the terminals and take it to Jamaica Station. Here, you will board the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) and take it to Penn Station, a transportation hub in Manhattan. From EWR, catch an AirTrain at any of the terminals and take it to the Newark Train Station where you will board an Amtrak bound for Penn Station.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Des Moines to New York?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to New York was $63 for a one-way ticket and $170 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Des Moines and New York?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Des Moines to New York?

    Des Moines is served by only 1 airport and there are 3 airports in New York. You will leave Des Moines from Des Moines and you will be arriving in New York at one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Des Moines to New York?

    Delta, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Des Moines to New York flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Des Moines to New York?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Des Moines to New York flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Des Moines to New York?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Des Moines and New York, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Des Moines to New York?

    There are nonstop flights from Des Moines to New York on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Des Moines to New York, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Des Moines to New York are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $468 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $412 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines to New York?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Des Moines to New York.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Des Moines to New York?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from Des Moines is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Des Moines to New York?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Des Moines to New York?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Des Moines to New York

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $192 or less one-way and $310 or less round-trip.
  • The Des Moines International Airport (DSM) serves as a focus city for Allegiant Air. The metropolitan area of New York City (NYC) has different airports you can fly into from Des Moines. The Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is located in New Jersey and serves as a hub for the carrier United Airlines. La Guardia Airport (LGA) is located on Long Island in Queens and is a hub for American and Delta. The John. F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is also in Queens on Long Island and is also a hub for American and Delta.
  • American Airlines and Delta are among the carriers that offer one-stop flights from DSM to JFK, with layovers in cities such as Charlotte, Atlanta, Chicago, Phoenix, and others. American, Delta, and United Airlines are among the carriers that offer flights from DSM to JFK with two stops.
  • American, United, Delta, and Southwest are airlines that offer flights from DSM to LGA with one stop in cities such as Chicago, Charlotte, Denver, St. Louis, and other cities. American and United are among the airlines that offer flights from DSM to LGA with two stops.
  • United, American, and Delta are among the airlines that offer flights from Des Moines to Newark with one or two stops. Some cities where these flights stop include Minneapolis, Atlanta, Detroit, Chicago, Raleigh-Durham, Washington DC, Nashville, and other cities.
  • If you are flying to New York with a service animal or pet, make sure your four-legged friend goes potty before you enter the Des Moines airport and pass through security. The one animal relief area at DSM is outside the terminal next to the parking garage, just north of the skywalk.

Prefer to fly direct from Des Moines to New York?

 
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Des Moines to New York

Monday

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

New York to Des Moines

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Des Moines to New York

 
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7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8400 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
7.2Food
7.8Comfort
7.8Entertainment
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Be on time? When not on time a circling for over an hour offer more than 1 bag of chips to the passengers? It was a 7 hour flight by the time we got done.

4.0 OkayAndrew, Jun 2026
LAX - JFK
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Be on time? When not on time a circling for over an hour offer more than 1 bag of chips to the passengers? It was a 7 hour flight by the time we got done.

Five hour delays every hour, I wish it were all at once

Left /arrived on time. Decent seat space. Like the wifi/plugs and entertainment. Windows and tray table were kinda gross. Attendants didn't start snack service til 40mins before landing. Two rows before us, captain came on to say there's turbulence and recalled staff to seats. So, no drink/snack. Later, attendants didn't stop to see if we had trash nor even look our way. Felt invisible! Almost all pilot announcements were not only unintelligible, but so quiet. We had no idea what she said.

Gate agent was unhelpful for handicapped boarding. Flight attendant seemed untrained.

Very easy to use and convenient, you can perform any action within the same portal

The baggage belt was not updated on the Delta App and was displayed on the wrong belt board. Was not expecting this to happen.

Landed without a gate ready. Plane is extremely old and dirty.

Pilots lied about waiting on “paperwork”. Sat in the plane for over an hour, waiting on some papers to be printed according to the pilot and then all of a sudden he says good news maintenance is finally on their way. Maybe they can fix it before we get our paperwork. Ended up missing my connection in LaGuardia and as a result, had a fly home to Lexington instead of the Louisville airport. Then paid $100 to uber to Louisville since it was midnight by the time I got in. I wish they would just be transparent with passengers sometimes and not try to beat around the bush on why things are delayed.

The flight was delayed 90 minutes The Gate was wrong The Restroom on Aircraft was not clean There was a half used water bottle in my seat

Too many people are taking up space in the overhead bins with their extra piece of luggage. Since they cannot fit their backpacks or extra luggage piece under the seat in front of them, they store it in the overheads and thus taking up room for other passengers. It wasn’t only one or two persons; more like 12 or 13 passengers.

Over 2.5 hour maintenance delay on first morning flight with no acknowledgement, compensation or even gesture of good will. Aircraft had overnighted at airport so issue should have been addressed prior to boarding. Over 3.5 hours before first slow and deliberate beverage service.

Flights were on time actually early service was good and crew cheerful

No meal service to the back of the plane as it started late or was too slow to get it out before it was time to land.

Experience was great - no complaints. Took off on time, landed early. Got to the gate relatively quickly - took a little bit of extra time to deplane but nothing excessive.

OK, we were delayed and had to de plane and reboard.

Both my flight where delayed Had 25min to make it to my transfer flight

Wifi Bluetooth features for watching in flight movie was horrible. Screen kept blacking out no connection of sound although it said connected. Other than that smooth trip .

There was no WiFi available, there were mechanical problems with the plane and we landed at C 124, then the gate was switched to A 26, then all the way back to C126! For a 75 yo woman traveling alone, this was a difficult journey, indeed!

2+ hours delayed Outlet in row 12 did not work Tv monitors did not work Lights kept off the entire flight for at 5pm-7pm flight

Plane outlets in my row not working to charge phone. Staff response was, well it should be. Plug into seed for volume not working well. Had to find the sweet spot for plug in or it would shut off and on.

Seats were very uncomfortable and being charged for snacks and water.........

Allegiant actually impressed me, original inbound flight from PBG was so late they gave us a bird inbound from Des Moines and only left 1h late and gained 40 minutes back in the air. Comfortable flight with no frills but no complaints.

Flight was delayed. Crew was good but hot coffee was not available.

Great. No choice for n/a. No food or entertainment options

No food is available without purchasing it and there is no in-flight entertainment. Both of these are OK because we got an inexpensive flight from Allegiant and, otherwise, our experience was excellent.

just had water and there was plenty of leg & seat room. But then i don't weight 220#s!!

Not totally their fault- screaming kids that had zero parent intervention.

It was cold on the flight. The crew was very pleasant. I didn't order any food. We were delayed due to Captain waiting on maintenance log. He kept us informed though. The flight itself was smooth. I would definitely fly with Allegiant again!

I had a fantastic experience with Allegiant. I had wheelchair assistance and they helped me find my luggage and brought me to my car. Even loaded my luggage. Wonderful service!! Thank you Allegiant!

Superb. Staff great. Great flight. As with other airlines, seating too tight and restrictive.

Our flight from JFK to Madrid was delayed. We had to go from one side of the Madrid airport (Terminal 4s to the far end of terminal 4 - Gate K98) to our gate in less than 30 minutes. Put passport control and security/baggage check and that’s very hard unless you’re Usain Bolt. I called Iberia Airlines and the telephone customer service told me that I was going to have to pay to re-book. Luckily the help desk in the airport (who was dealing with dozens of people from the same JFK-Madrid flight) did not charge us extra to reschedule to a flight 8 hours later. They also gave us a voucher for breakfast and lunch. Glad the actual person at the airport had some actual sense.

Our flight was repeatedly delayed for maintenance problems: scheduled for 9.30am, eventually delayed to 7pm! Very very inconvenient! AA should have provided a substitute plane much earlier.. On the other hand, Customer Service crew in Charlotte helped us to reach NY (LGA) by late afternoon. Thank you Patricia!! The actual flight was quick and very comfortable. As always a. excellent, professional crew. [no food on a a short hop).

The flight was peaceful, just s slight turbulence, pilots and crews were all nice and made a great job! Arrived safely in the Philippines. Thank you ya’ll!

Terrible steward... Plane was quite empty... I asked to move "back" in the plane and the steward said no... Unnecessary power trip of mediocre people.

Boarding gate at LAX was too crowded—two gates next to one another

It was really a terrific experience both going and returning on AA. Staff and crew were professional.

This short sector between Miami and JFK was undertaken purely for business purposes, with efficiency as the primary objective rather than a full inflight experience. Overall, the journey met its intended purpose; however, the ground experience at Miami stood out significantly. During check-in, I was unable to link my frequent flyer details from Qatar Airways (oneworld alliance) through either the self-service kiosk or web check-in. The situation was handled exceptionally well by the check-in agent, who demonstrated remarkable ownership. She coordinated across multiple counters, ensured my frequent flyer number was correctly reflected, reissued the boarding pass, and confirmed that mileage accrual would be recognized. Additionally, she ensured the boarding pass reflected priority status, enabling a seamless priority check-in experience without delays. This level of proactive service was both commendable and impactful. Boarding and the inflight experience, operated by American Airlines under a codeshare arrangement, were efficient but largely transactional. While operational delivery was smooth, there was no visible recognition of oneworld frequent flyer status onboard. In comparison to the consistently personalized engagement typically experienced with Qatar Airways, this absence was noticeable—though understandably a potential limitation of codeshare alignment rather than a direct service shortfall. In summary, while the flight itself fulfilled its operational intent, the exceptional professionalism and commitment demonstrated at the Miami check-in counter was the defining highlight of this journey. Greater consistency in elite recognition across partner airlines would further enhance the overall experience.

Flight was fine, but not having WiFi was a major negative

Everything was excellent and I enjoyed myself. Thank for everything

We left at 1030 am pacific from LA and supposed to land at 7 pm Eastern in NY. They made a detour, stopped in Philadelphia and didn’t land till 1130 PM Eastern!!! Worst flight experience with no pilot communication with no explanation as to what was going on. Everyone was very frustrated to say the least.

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