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$81+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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 3/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — JFK
Feb 11 — Feb 181
Wed 2/11
Wed 2/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). 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 January 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$325
(Delta)

One-way from

$81
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$384
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 12, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 3/314:25 pm
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop6h 10m
Delta
Tue 4/712:59 pm
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop4h 55m
Delta
Deal found 1/11$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Sun 3/16:32 am
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop11h 57m
American Airlines
Wed 3/48:29 am
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop10h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 2/235:00 am
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop13h 29m
American Airlines
Tue 2/248:29 am
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop11h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/12$338
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 2/281:02 pm
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop7h 55m
Delta
Mon 3/24:40 pm
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop5h 09m
Delta
Deal found 1/10$341
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 3/510:04 am
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop8h 25m
American Airlines
Mon 3/95:00 pm
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop5h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/12$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 2/215:00 am
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop5h 11m
American Airlines
Tue 2/242:30 pm
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop7h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 8/15:35 pm
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop5h 16m
Delta
Fri 8/710:10 am
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop8h 32m
Delta
Deal found 1/10$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 2/27:10 am
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop11h 21m
American Airlines
Thu 2/512:30 pm
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop8h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$353
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 3/97:44 pm
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop14h 34m
American Airlines
Fri 3/138:59 am
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop15h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/12$358
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Thu 8/65:25 pm
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop4h 53m
Delta
Wed 8/1210:10 am
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop8h 32m
Delta
Deal found 1/12$361
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 2/167:44 pm
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop14h 27m
American Airlines
Wed 2/1811:59 am
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop12h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 4/11:38 pm
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop5h 02m
American Airlines
Sat 4/42:59 pm
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop5h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/12$367

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl 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 January 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Des MoinesNew York

DSM - JFK

DSMJFK

Des Moines

Wed 4/1

4:25 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/7

12:59 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$325

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - JFK

DSMJFK

Des Moines

Tue 4/7

4:25 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/14

4:50 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$325

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - JFK

DSMJFK

Des Moines

Wed 4/1

5:20 pm-12:45 am

1 stop6h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/8

12:59 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$325

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - JFK

DSMJFK

Des Moines

Sat 4/4

4:25 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/8

12:59 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$325

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - JFK

DSMJFK

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

5:00 am-7:29 pm

1 stop13h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/24

8:29 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$338

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - JFK

DSMJFK

Des Moines

Fri 2/13

5:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop5h 11m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/17

5:00 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$341

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - JFK

DSMJFK

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

12:30 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop5h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/1

5:00 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$341

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - JFK

DSMJFK

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

1:02 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop7h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/2

4:40 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$341

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - JFK

DSMJFK

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

4:20 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/7

5:59 am-12:14 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$341

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - JFK

DSMJFK

Des Moines

Mon 2/2

7:10 am-7:31 pm

1 stop11h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/5

12:30 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$353

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Des Moines-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 Des Moines-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

How often are flights from Des Moines to New York delayed?

About 50% of weekly flights between Des Moines and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 144 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Des Moines to New York flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Des Moines to New York flights?

Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 50% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated January 12, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,111 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Susie,Jan 2026

TPA - CLT

I was sitting at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were so loud, talking to each other and laughing! I thought they were having a party back there.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,111 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,111 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Susie,Jan 2026

TPA - CLT

I was sitting at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were so loud, talking to each other and laughing! I thought they were having a party back there.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 from for flights from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    For a flight from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl, you will be flying from 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 0 outbound flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl per day. 1 airline has flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl from Des Moines on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Departing from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport will take you 6h 10m. The distance from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 1034 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip from $304. American Airlines is 25% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 January 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$304Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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