Des Moines

$55+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Des Moines (DSM)

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NYC — DSM
sep. 2 — sep. 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Des Moines are usually found in September or October, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 agosto 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$90
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$55
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$357

Good round-trip deal

$90 or less

Good one-way deal

$73 or less
From New York (NYC) to Des Moines
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Des Moines
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Des Moines.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York (NYC) to Des Moines.

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Cheapest flights from New York to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 28, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/1912:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
lun. 9/228:25 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/27$90
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/512:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
lun. 9/88:25 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/27$94
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/1712:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
lun. 10/208:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/27$114
This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/2612:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
lun. 9/298:25 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/28$117
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/1012:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
lun. 10/138:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/27$120
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.
vie. 9/1212:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
lun. 9/228:25 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/27$121
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/1212:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
lun. 9/158:25 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/25$123
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/2612:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
vie. 10/38:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/27$134
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/312:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
vie. 10/108:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/25$136
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/2410:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
sáb. 1/38:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/27$165
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/1212:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
vie. 9/198:25 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 8/26$173
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.
mar. 9/236:59 amJFK - DSM
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
lun. 9/292:22 pmDSM - JFK
2 stops19h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/28$242

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 agosto 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Des Moines that are best for you.

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New York

Fly to

Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

vie. 9/19

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Des Moines

lun. 9/22

8:25 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$90

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

vie. 11/14

12:55 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

lun. 11/17

8:40 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$90

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

vie. 9/26

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Des Moines

lun. 9/29

8:25 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$90

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

vie. 10/17

12:55 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Des Moines

lun. 10/20

8:30 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$114

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

vie. 10/10

12:55 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Des Moines

lun. 10/13

8:30 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$120

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

vie. 9/12

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Des Moines

lun. 9/22

8:25 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$121

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

vie. 9/12

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Des Moines

lun. 9/15

8:25 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$121

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 9/23

6:59 am-9:24 am

1 stop27h 25m

Des Moines

lun. 9/29

2:22 pm-10:26 am

2 stops19h 04m

$242

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

jue. 10/16

9:59 am-8:30 am

1 stop23h 31m

Des Moines

lun. 10/20

5:51 pm-11:00 am

2 stops16h 09m

$263

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 10/16

11:00 am-8:05 am

1 stop22h 05m

Des Moines

lun. 10/20

11:25 am-10:00 am

1 stop21h 35m

$273

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Des Moines

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on August 22, 2025.

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York 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 to Des Moines?

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 agosto 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on August 24, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Friday 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Des Moines?

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 agosto 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines, and Allegiant Air from New York 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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from New York?

    Most people fly into Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight to Des Moines from New York. On average, Des Moines has 2 inbound flights from New York per day from 4 airlines. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Des Moines?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York to Des Moines in 2h 45m. Fly via Allegiant Air to get the fastest option. The distance between New York and Des Moines is about 1013 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Allegiant Air, at $90, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Des Moines.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Delta. Users have found that Allegiant Air is 74% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Des Moines?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from New York 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 4 airlines flying from New York to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 agosto 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$223Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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