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$115+ Cheap flights from LaGuardia, NY (LGA) 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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGA — DSM
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York LaGuardia to Des Moines are usually found in October or November, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from LaGuardia to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from LaGuardia (LGA) 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$265
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$115
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$378

Good round-trip deal

$328 or less

Good one-way deal

$173 or less
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Cheapest flights from LaGuardia to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from LaGuardia to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/284:59 pmLGA - DSM
Nonstop3h 07mDelta
Wed 6/47:11 amDSM - LGA
Nonstop2h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/30$265
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/285:54 amLGA - DSM
1 stop8h 42mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/410:31 amDSM - LGA
2 stops24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:25 amLGA - DSM
1 stop4h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/411:16 amDSM - LGA
1 stop6h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/305:00 pmLGA - DSM
Nonstop2h 59mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/65:32 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$306
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/307:20 amLGA - DSM
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Wed 4/304:45 pmDSM - LGA
2 stops5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$350

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Customize your flight search to find flights from LaGuardia 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

LaGuardia

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/28

4:59 pm-7:06 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Des Moines

Wed 6/4

7:11 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 44m

$265

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/28

5:54 am-1:36 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Des Moines

Wed 6/4

10:31 am-12:00 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$268

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/28

6:25 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 6/4

11:16 am-6:20 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$285

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/30

5:00 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

Des Moines

Fri 6/6

5:32 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$306

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Thu 8/14

2:30 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Des Moines

Mon 8/18

5:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$352

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/21

9:55 am-12:16 pm

2 stops27h 21m

$115

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Sun 6/1

10:55 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop21h 58m

$116

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/31

10:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$143

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Tue 7/1

5:06 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$170

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/2

10:25 am-2:41 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$220

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from LaGuardia to Des Moines in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 LaGuardia Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York LaGuardia Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York LaGuardia Airport-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia Airport-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from LaGuardia to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from LaGuardia to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LGA to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from LaGuardia to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 3% on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from LaGuardia to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Des Moines, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from New York LaGuardia?

    For a flight from New York LaGuardia to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 1 inbound flight from New York LaGuardia per day. 2 airlines have flights to Des Moines from New York LaGuardia on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    Currently priced at $265, American Airlines will fly you from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $268 and $285, respectively. You may be able to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $116. Southwest flights start at $143 while deals on Delta start at $170 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines on time: American Airlines (75%), Republic Airways (75%), Delta (63%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines?

    The cheapest flight price from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines is $163. On average you can expect to pay $347. The most popular route, (New York LaGuardia - Des Moines), can usually be booked for $265.

  • Can I find deals for flights from LaGuardia to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from LaGuardia to Des Moines?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from LaGuardia to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from LaGuardia 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 LaGuardia to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from LaGuardia 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$213Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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