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$97 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Des Moines

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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Overall average: $377
Delta
Fri 2/20Sun 2/22
EWR - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$305
Typical prices: $257-$341
Delta
Tue 2/24Tue 3/3
LGA - DSM • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from New York to Des Moines (NYC-DSM)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Des Moines 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 New York to Des Moines

Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Feb 22
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 4:57 pm
EWR
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DSM
4h 57m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:43 pm - 11:06 pm
DSM
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EWR
4h 23m
1 stop
$279Delta
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
American Airlines Logo
11:59 am - 11:40 pm
JFK
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DSM
12h 41m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:44 pm - 11:11 am
DSM
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JFK
14h 27m
1 stop
$283American Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
American Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 11:40 pm
EWR
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DSM
17h 30m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:04 am - 10:08 pm
DSM
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EWR
11h 04m
1 stop
$283American Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:00 pm
LGA
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DSM
11h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 10:00 am
DSM
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LGA
24h 30m
1 stop
$283Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:09 am
EWR
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DSM
5h 09m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 11:53 pm
DSM
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EWR
5h 38m
1 stop
$294Delta
Wed, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 14
United Airlines Logo
4:29 pm - 9:50 pm
EWR
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DSM
6h 21m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 12:28 am
DSM
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EWR
4h 33m
1 stop
$309United Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 11:25 am
LGA
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DSM
6h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 2:30 pm
DSM
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LGA
7h 20m
2 stops
$310Southwest
Thu, Mar 12 - Thu, Mar 19
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8:40 pm - 7:01 pm
SWF
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DSM
23h 21m
1 stop
Allegiant Air Logo
8:30 am - 8:52 am
DSM
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SWF
23h 22m
1 stop
$321Allegiant Air
Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 2:24 pm
EWR
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DSM
7h 54m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:49 pm - 12:28 am
DSM
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EWR
4h 39m
1 stop
$323United Airlines
Thu, Apr 2 - Mon, Apr 6
Allegiant Air Logo
10:29 am - 10:51 pm
SWF
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DSM
13h 22m
1 stop
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7:40 pm - 11:49 am
DSM
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15h 09m
1 stop
$520Allegiant Air
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Des Moines flights

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

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

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

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

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

The cheapest return flight from New York to Des Moines costs $173 on the route between Newark Airport (EWR) and Des Moines (DSM). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 27% cheaper than other New York-Des Moines routes. The most popular route is between New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and Des Moines (DSM).

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Des Moines, 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 New York to Des Moines is September, where tickets cost $307 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $471 and $442 respectively.

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

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 $394, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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Expert advice for your flight from New York to Des Moines

 
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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$97
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 24% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines

When to book flights from New York to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York 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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FAQs for booking flights from New York to Des Moines

  • Which is the closest airport to lower Manhattan?

    Of the three airports serving the New York area, LaGuardia is the closest one to the city center and lower Manhattan. The airport is only about 10 miles away and you can easily access it by connecting the subway and New York City bus service. Newark Liberty is also not too far away from lower Manhattan as it is roughly 12 miles away. It is worth mentioning that takes around the same time to travel from the city to both respective airports.

  • Is public transport available from Des Moines International Airport?

    Yes, the Des Moines Area Regional Transit (DART) provides a bus service that ferries travelers from DSM to the city center. This is the cheapest way to get to the city center from the airport although it can be inconvenient sometimes since it is only available from Monday to Friday.

  • Where are the pet relief areas at John F Kennedy International Airport?

    When flying with a pet you should ensure that they stay in their carriers throughout unless they are using the pet relief areas. JFK has multiple pet relief areas but not all of them are conveniently located for departing passengers. You can find them in terminal 2 near Gate C60, Terminal 4 near Gate 31 and Terminal 5 near Gate 28.

  • How can I get cheaper flight tickets from New York to Des Moines?

    The best way to save on ticket prices is by booking your flights months in advance. If possible, book your flight tickets as soon as you decide to travel since prices tend to increase as the date of travel approaches. You can also try and be flexible with the dates you choose to travel. Avoid booking flights for weekends and national holidays since prices are usually highest on these days.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Des Moines was $97 for a one-way ticket and $279 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from New York to Des Moines. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

    There are 3 airports in New York (Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, and New York LaGuardia.) and only 1 airport in Des Moines (Des Moines). The cheapest flights are generally found on the New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Des Moines are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $397 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 $411 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

    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 New York to Des Moines.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Des Moines from New York 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 New York to Des Moines?

    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 Des Moines with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

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

    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 Des Moines from New York 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 New York to Des Moines

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $314 or less one-way and $251 or less round-trip.
  • When flying out of New York, you have the option of John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty (EWR), and LaGuardia (LGA). To avoid long queues, consider flying out of LaGuardia or Newark Liberty Airport. They are significantly less busy than JFK which is one of the busiest airports in the country.
  • If you plan on leaving your car at Newark Liberty Airport, try and compare the offsite parking lots to airport parking. In most cases, offsite parking lots charge lower prices than airport parking and you could end up saving over 40% on parking fees. What’s better is that they offer a free shuttle to the airport.
  • If you’re feeling the need to quench your thirst while at Des Moines International Airport (DSM), you’ll be happy to learn that the airport has drinking water fountains available to travelers free of charge. These fountains are located in Concourses A and C.
  • Nursing moms can take advantage of the Mamava nursing pods at Des Moines International Airport to breastfeed and change their infants. These nursing pods are free of charge to everyone and can be located after the security checkpoint adjacent to the police desk.
  • If you need wheelchair services while at LaGuardia Airport, you should know that they are free of charge and available to all travelers with limited mobility. You can request at the ticketing desks or better yet inform your airline at least 48 hours before departure and they will make all the necessary arrangements including at the landing airport.

Prefer to fly direct from New York to Des Moines?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from New York to Des Moines.
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Direct departures

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

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta

American Airlines, Delta

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Direct returns

Des Moines to New York

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

Delta

Delta

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

 
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Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New York to Des Moines? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8126 reviews
7.8Entertainment
8.5Crew
7.9Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.2Food
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It was last minute due to weather - considering - it was amazing! Good smiles, friendly staff and they were making sure we knew what was going on when and where.

10.0 ExcellentZebrina, Jan 2026
LGA - CAE
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It was last minute due to weather - considering - it was amazing! Good smiles, friendly staff and they were making sure we knew what was going on when and where.

The entertainment screens were not working and there was no air condition the entire flight. Very uncomfortable.

It was Delta, but the flight attendants were stressful and disrespectful. I am a diamond member a travel weekly. I have not had a negative thing to share in quite some time. But this was noticeable.

The plant way delayed departing by 3 hours. It was an old airplane with broken seats and armrests. The bathroom made a hollering sound. A really crappy flight experience and travel day all around.

Original flight was cancelled and when i was rebooked by the airline, they couldn't seat me in the same type of seat as I had originally booked (went from window/aisle to middle/middle and one was a bulkhead seat, and other wasn't in the same class)

My flight was cancelled with no explanation after I had already cleared security. I was given 4 options to rebook, only one being non-stop like I had paid for. I grabbed it. It was 4 plus hours later and then took off even later. Biggest complaint is that I booked early and had an aisle seat. They gave me a "window" seat in front of the exit row, so the seat did not decline. I weigh all of 103 #s and it was tight for me! For what I paid, I feel I was kind of ripped off. I think they should have given me the empty comfort seat for the inconvenience. There was no apology nor any explanation as to why the flight was cancelled. My guess is it benefitted Delta in some way.

Very smooth, on-time, and pleasantly uneventful flight. The team at the gate and on board were professional and genuinely courteous. The pilot kept us well updated throughout, and both takeoff and landing were steady and enjoyable without any drama. Just a good, solid flight. Thank you! 💗

I truly love flying with Delta. They have always treated me with the upmost respect

The flight was great. The gate location was way to far away!!!

This route with Delta always has delays or is cancelled. Aircrafts seem smaller and older. I fly Delta quite a bit - haven’t had issues with the international flights. But this route has always been the troublesome one

Perfect flight. Smooth flight. Arrived 20 minutes early at destination. Excellent service.

Flight was delayed 8 times. We were sitting at the airport for 14 hours. We got 2 hours of sleep (if that) on what was not meant to be a red-eye.

Plane boarded early a quickly, was mostly full. We left close to on time. And landed early.

Flight was timely, relatively comfortable, with decent entertainment and food served. Only problem encountered was with the free messaging which I highly appreciate, but it did not work from iphone to non-iphones.

This flight was perfect. No complaints and only the highest regard for the crew and ground staff and how they executed perfectly. I fly a lot with United and would request predictability and transparency in their operations instead of last minute changes.

Survey sent before we actually left. Delay after delay. Now a crew problem.

I love flying with United. Unfortunately, I flew on an older plane with minimal upgraded technology (no Bluetooth functionality or handy charging ports). Otherwise, the flight was great and even arrived early.

They changed my seats after I checked in and I was stressed from the time I saw that information until just before boarding, when the gate attendant fixed it, but it shouldn't have happened. And if it couldn't be prevented, then the people on the phone I spoke with should have done something to help, which they did not, nor did they offer me compensation, just meaningless apologies.

Smooth flight, especially take off and landing, and great crew on board. Really loved the stroopwaffles!

Deplaning was delayed because of Jetbridge equipment issues in MKE, causing an issue on an otherwise great flight.

I would like the crew to talk LESS over the PA and specifically about credit card offers. I am trying to work, sleep, watch a movie and the PA was booming about a credit card offer. Could we go back to the days when the customer was more important than selling a credit card?

There were no TV screens - even in Business class. 5 delays, and only given $12 meal voucher! Terrible!

My seat tv didn’t work the whole trip. And the seat space is too small despite being seated at the front.

On the plus side, crew was attentive, drinks were cold, and in-flight entertainment selection was better than some other airlines. On the negative aide, Plane was delayed almost an hour, either no announcements from the gate crew. Biscoff cookies are gross, appreciate airlines that give a choice. Also, crew had no personality or enthusiasm at all.

Baggage handling poor. Second time this has happened. My bag went to San Francisco instead of Fiji. No apology. Luckily Nadi airport staff are fantastic. My bag arrived in Fiji the next day.

Disliked having to wait a little longer to disembark from the plan when we landed in London

Food should be better quality. Video screens have poor resolution and the library of movies is poor. The other airlines are much better.

They only offered water for Group 6. Awful announcements from the Crew. Couldn't understand a single word. Barely came by for the trash afterwards. Man, I love water for a premium flight. Wow. Water in a cup.

Great. Quick and quiet and east. The breakfast choices were a welcome surprise!

We arrived 4 hours early and still almost missed the flight because they weren’t able to access one of the boarding tickets. They then sent hour bags late and we were all of our without clothing and eventually had to take an expensive cab back and forth to the airport as they wouldn’t deliver the bag which arrived late at night that day and we would have to wait until noon the began day (messing up a second day of plans). Also, all the food has dairy or pork. No vegan or even vegetarian option in the flight—even for purchase.

It was fine. Nobody was outstandingly friendly but no one was rude and everything was smooth . The captain thanked us for flying but no one greeted me as I walked on the plane or as I exited which is the least they could do lol

Clean, friendly, roomy. But check-in from the phone link was terrible. Repeated attempts wouldn’t save at the final step. Just kept spinning! It was very frustrating. Finally, I used the app (vs website link) to check-in which worked very smoothly on the first attempt.

Check in on the web portal was cumbersome! After several attempts I finally got the boarding pass.

Excellent flight and even arrived 23 min early. No entertainment , or wi fi on board, but I downloaded a couple of movies beforehand which kept me entertained. Really like flying Allegiant airlines.

WE were delayed about an hour and never any communications from the employees working the gate. We also were moved to a total of three gates.

I love how they show love to their customers and care about them too.

I liked how when I got on board how fast we ended up taking off but what I truly disliked was how uncomfortable the seats were. There was truly never a time that I could ever get comfortable during both of my flights. The seats could get away during shorter flights but flights 3 hour plus makes it hard to enjoy.

The crew was great and the flight was very smooth. Can’t really judge food since I did not get any because it costs money. The seat was comfortable for what we bought. Thanks!

Crew was great. No entertainment and food and beverage was for purchase only, even water

It was canceled. The flight wasn’t rescheduled, everyone had to figure out their own new arrangements. They said we would get refunded our original fare and receive an additional $150. We received links for $100 only and they expired before we could activate them.

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