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$55+ Cheap flights from New York State 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 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — DSM
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 29, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 11/1412:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 11/178:40 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/27$100
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Fri 11/712:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 11/108:40 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/28$109
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/712:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Fri 11/148:40 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/29$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 11/1412:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/171:37 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop7h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$146
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Fri 10/3112:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 11/38:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/27$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 11/1111:49 amEWR - DSM
1 stop23h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/178:40 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$158
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Fri 11/2110:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Fri 12/56:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/28$159
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Mon 11/312:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Fri 11/78:40 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/27$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 11/1712:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Mon 11/246:40 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/28$175
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/124:00 pmJFK - DSM
1 stop22h 56mFrontier
Sun 11/162:32 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop23h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$178
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Wed 11/126:00 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/169:03 pmDSM - LGA
2 stops25h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$244
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Wed 12/104:54 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop30h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/142:56 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop7h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$263

Cheap flight deals from New York to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$100
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One-way from

$55
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Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$351

Good round-trip deal

$363 or less

Good one-way deal

$308 or less
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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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York State to Des Moines that are best for you.

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NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 11/14

12:55 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

8:40 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$121

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Mon 11/17

12:55 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

6:40 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$175

AlbanyDes Moines

ALB - DSM

ALBDSM

Albany Intl

Mon 11/24

6:37 pm-3:13 pm

1 stop21h 36m

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

7:15 am-12:09 pm

1 stop27h 54m

$273

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Mon 11/17

12:55 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

1:56 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops26h 14m

$276

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Mon 11/17

12:55 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 11/25

4:03 pm-9:58 am

1 stop16h 55m

$277

AlbanyDes Moines

ALB - DSM

ALBDSM

Albany Intl

Mon 11/24

6:37 pm-3:13 pm

1 stop21h 36m

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

2:56 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops50h 54m

$281

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/14

7:59 am-10:40 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

3:45 pm-6:30 am

1 stop13h 45m

$288

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Wed 11/12

10:39 am-10:00 am

2 stops24h 21m

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

9:03 pm-10:26 pm

2 stops24h 23m

$294

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Thu 11/27

10:05 am-12:24 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

Des Moines

Tue 12/2

3:17 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$301

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/14

4:50 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

6:20 am-12:12 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$305

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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 State to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Des Moines (average of $83). Flying from State of New York to Des Moines in March is currently the most expensive (average of $230). 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 NY 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 October 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from State of New York to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from State of 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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their State of New York to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Des Moines from New York.

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

    Departing from State of New York to Des Moines will take you 3h. There are 1013 mi between State of New York and Des Moines. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Allegiant Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $55. United Airlines flights start at $151 while deals on Southwest start at $153 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from State of New York to Des Moines consider New York LaGuardia - Des Moines, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Des Moines or Newark - Des Moines as they are the most popular.

  • 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 State of New York to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Des Moines (average of $83). Flying from State of New York to Des Moines in March is currently the most expensive (average of $230). 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$270Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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