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$89+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to LaGuardia, NY (LGA)

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 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LGA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia are usually found in October or May, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to LaGuardia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to LaGuardia (LGA). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$193
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$333

Good round-trip deal

$345 or less

Good one-way deal

$213 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to LaGuardia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to LaGuardia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/214:45 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Sat 10/258:25 amLGA - DSM
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/304:35 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Sat 10/48:25 amLGA - DSM
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/58:47 pmDSM - LGA
2 stops38h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/86:30 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop16h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$241
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:15 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Tue 11/183:50 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$245
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/253:50 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Wed 10/293:35 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/52:25 pmDSM - LGA
2 stops20h 36mFrontier
Tue 10/710:55 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop15h 57mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/189:19 amDSM - LGA
1 stop10h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/239:59 amLGA - DSM
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/189:19 amDSM - LGA
1 stop10h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/257:10 amLGA - DSM
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/49:19 amDSM - LGA
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/1111:59 amLGA - DSM
1 stop22h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$257

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to LaGuardia 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia Airport that are best for you.

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Price

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

8:20 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 11/20

6:15 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 10m

$228

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

5:20 am-3:55 pm

2 stops9h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/21

10:25 am-7:20 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$239

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Tue 1/27

6:10 am-2:55 pm

2 stops7h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 1/29

10:55 am-9:10 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$239

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

5:20 am-4:20 pm

2 stops10h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 2/25

12:55 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$239

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

6:45 am-4:00 pm

2 stops8h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 1/26

4:45 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$264

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

8:25 am-5:00 pm

2 stops7h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 10/4

8:15 am-8:50 pm

2 stops13h 35m

$277

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

3:20 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops6h 55m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 1/29

6:15 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 10m

$284

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

3:15 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 12/6

9:30 am-11:51 am

Nonstop3h 21m

$285

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

4:15 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops6h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 12/10

11:40 am-7:55 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$288

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

4:45 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 10/14

2:00 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$297

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to LaGuardia

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to LaGuardia. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia Airport is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $199). Flying from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 DSM to LGA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to LaGuardia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing LaGuardia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to LaGuardia. 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 LaGuardia. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia. You should not have trouble finding flights to New York LaGuardia from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to New York LaGuardia per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Des Moines airport to New York LaGuardia. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    Airlines like Southwest fly from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia Airport in about 8h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 1028 mi between Des Moines and New York LaGuardia Airport.

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

    Currently priced at $208, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia Airport and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $209. Users have found that Delta is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Consider American Airlines (79%), Republic Airways (79%) or Delta (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia Airport.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia Airport is $107. On average you can expect to pay $332. The most popular route, (Des Moines - New York LaGuardia), can usually be booked for $228.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $199). Flying from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 Des Moines to LaGuardia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to LaGuardia. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$208Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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