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$127+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — DSM
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$233
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$127
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$687
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/410:00 amJFK - DSM
2 stops12h 36mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/57:58 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop18h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:59 amJFK - DSM
1 stop33h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/74:21 pmDSM - JFK
2 stops18h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:30 amJFK - DSM
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/22:07 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/23$341
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/99:00 amJFK - DSM
1 stop15h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/137:05 amDSM - JFK
1 stop11h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/278:00 amJFK - DSM
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/292:15 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$367
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/264:30 pmJFK - DSM
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Tue 12/22:16 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Deal found 11/24$395
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/278:00 amJFK - DSM
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/11:53 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$398
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/63:45 pmJFK - DSM
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/186:00 amDSM - JFK
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26$411
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:30 amJFK - DSM
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:40 amDSM - JFK
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/23$434
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/199:30 amJFK - DSM
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/206:00 amDSM - JFK
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$441
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/264:30 pmJFK - DSM
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Fri 11/2811:28 amDSM - JFK
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Deal found 11/25$443

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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

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John F Kennedy Intl

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Des Moines

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Depart

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Price

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/8

7:59 am-3:40 pm

1 stop32h 41m

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

4:30 pm-1:13 am

2 stops31h 43m

$261

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/13

8:30 am-4:28 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

1:03 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$305

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

1:02 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$305

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/7

12:30 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

7:00 am-7:50 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$335

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/9

9:00 am-11:48 pm

1 stop15h 48m

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

7:05 am-8:00 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$357

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/10

5:35 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Des Moines

Mon 4/13

5:15 pm-1:07 am

1 stop6h 52m

$377

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/30

3:20 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

4:22 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$377

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/16

7:42 am-2:33 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Des Moines

Sat 12/20

1:56 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$395

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 12/6

3:45 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Des Moines

Thu 12/18

6:00 am-3:19 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$411

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/29

9:30 am-3:46 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Des Moines

Thu 1/1

6:40 am-12:25 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$434

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated November 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Des Moines from New York John F Kennedy Intl. Booking flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines (DSM) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl from 2 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines can take about 8h 58m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $305. The distance from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines is about 1034 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($274), and American Airlines ($344) offers the cheapest pricing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines. Users have found that Delta is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$274Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$344Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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