Des Moines

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

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NYC — DSM
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Des Moines are usually found in September or October, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Monday

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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$90
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$55
(Gotogate)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$361

Good round-trip deal

$114 or less

Good one-way deal

$79 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. 3% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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 July 3, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 8/2912:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 9/18:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/2$90
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 7/1812:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/212:00 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop9h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$150
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Fri 8/226:35 amLGA - DSM
2 stops15h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/254:29 pmDSM - LGA
2 stops15h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$220
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Fri 8/17:56 pmSWF - DSM
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/49:39 amDSM - SWF
1 stop8h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/612:59 pmLGA - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mDelta
Sat 8/91:55 pmDSM - LGA
Nonstop2h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/30$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 10/167:48 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/217:06 amDSM - LGA
Nonstop2h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$301
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2110:50 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop19h 45mFrontier
Sun 8/243:23 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop29h 42mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/236:00 amJFK - DSM
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Sat 8/302:12 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 7/2$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 8/46:55 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Wed 8/64:35 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/42:30 pmJFK - DSM
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/68:17 amDSM - JFK
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$317
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 7/3111:13 amSWF - DSM
2 stops12h 25mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/49:39 amDSM - SWF
1 stop8h 27mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/2$322
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/222:59 pmJFK - DSM
1 stop6h 42mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/255:25 pmDSM - JFK
2 stops16h 11mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/1$363

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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 July 3, 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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 8/29

12:55 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

8:35 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$90

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 7/18

12:55 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 7/21

2:00 pm-12:12 am

1 stop9h 12m

$150

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8/22

6:35 am-8:41 pm

2 stops15h 06m

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

4:29 pm-9:00 am

2 stops15h 31m

$220

New WindsorDes Moines

SWF - DSM

SWFDSM

New Windsor Stewart

Fri 8/1

7:56 pm-5:16 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Des Moines

Mon 8/4

9:39 am-7:06 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$244

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/6

12:59 pm-2:59 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Des Moines

Sat 8/9

1:55 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$285

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Thu 8/21

10:50 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 8/24

3:23 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop29h 42m

$303

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/23

6:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop5h 38m

Des Moines

Sat 8/30

2:12 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$305

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Mon 8/4

6:49 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 8/6

7:59 am-11:45 am

Nonstop2h 46m

$307

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Mon 8/4

6:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 8/6

4:35 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$311

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/4

2:30 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Des Moines

Wed 8/6

8:17 am-2:30 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$317

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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 June 27, 2025.

Booking 72 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 $405). 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 July 3, 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 31% 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 June 29, 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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines 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.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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 1 inbound flight from New York per day from 4 airlines. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • 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 Delta and American Airlines. Users have found that Allegiant Air is 74% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $55. Users have also found prices from $143 and $153 on Delta and Southwest, respectively.

  • 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 $405). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$209Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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