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Cheapest round-trip
$394
Typical prices: $447-$643
American Airlines
Sun 11/11Sun 11/18
JFK - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$185
Typical prices: $217-$376
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/30
JFK - DSM • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 31% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $519 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines (JFK-DSM)

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

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:29 am - 1:28 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:25 am - 6:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$394American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
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5:29 pm - 9:54 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 25m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 1:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$394American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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5:29 pm - 10:36 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 07m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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
$395American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:14 am - 1:30 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:01 pm - 7:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
4h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$395American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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7:14 am - 1:30 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:29 am - 1:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$395American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
5:29 pm - 10:36 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 07m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 4:31 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$400American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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10:55 am - 6:56 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
9h 01m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 4:31 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$405American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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8:35 am - 3:16 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:03 pm - 10:07 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$415Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
7:02 pm - 12:14 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 1:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$415American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:42 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:50 pm - 11:07 pmDSM  Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
4h 17m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$461Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines start at $394. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $447 to $643. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $394 on American Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines, it is 23% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 24% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$185
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 39%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $442 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $713: a $271 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are Iowa Events Center, UnityPoint Health - Des Moines and Des Moines Civic Center. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

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

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

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

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines 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 $394 to $2,001. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $247, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 47m, compared with 5h 58m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 6h 17m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines range from $447 to $643, with an average of $573 over the past 12 months. Anything below $447 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines 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 Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $442 - about $271 less than Thursday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines trip for April. Fares historically average $396 round-trip in that month - typically $395 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.
    - Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

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