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$126+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Des Moines (DSM)

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JFK — DSM
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Tue 9/2
Tue 9/9
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 August 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$242
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$126
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$666
From New York John F Kennedy Intl to Des Moines
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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 August 28, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Tue 9/236:59 amJFK - DSM
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/292:22 pmDSM - JFK
2 stops19h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/28$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/1611:00 amJFK - DSM
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2011:25 amDSM - JFK
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/27$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/113:55 pmJFK - DSM
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/186:44 amDSM - JFK
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/27$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Sat 9/277:45 amJFK - DSM
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Tue 9/305:54 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop4h 45mDelta
Deal found 8/28$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Tue 11/46:00 amJFK - DSM
1 stop8h 28mDelta
Mon 11/245:52 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Deal found 8/27$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/411:30 amJFK - DSM
2 stops11h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/53:30 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/27$332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Wed 9/2411:40 amJFK - DSM
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/110:16 amDSM - JFK
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/28$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/211:40 amJFK - DSM
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/71:48 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/27$341
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 9/56:59 amJFK - DSM
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/83:30 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/27$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 9/266:59 amJFK - DSM
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/33:40 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/27$359

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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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New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/23

6:59 am-9:24 am

1 stop27h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 9/29

2:22 pm-10:26 am

2 stops19h 04m

$242

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/16

11:00 am-8:05 am

1 stop22h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

11:25 am-10:00 am

1 stop21h 35m

$273

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/11

3:55 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

6:44 am-2:59 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$304

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/27

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

5:54 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$305

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/4

3:30 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

7:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$305

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/27

7:45 am-1:54 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

5:54 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$305

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/15

12:02 pm-5:02 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 10/21

1:48 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$305

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/25

11:00 am-5:37 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Des Moines

Sat 11/8

4:03 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$305

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/4

6:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

5:52 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$311

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/23

5:00 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Des Moines

Sat 9/27

7:08 am-12:59 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$335

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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 August 28, 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
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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 7h 33m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $304. The distance from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines is about 1034 mi.

  • 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?

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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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 August 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$274Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$344Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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