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$96+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to New York State

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DSM — JFK
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to New York

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Fri 7/107:35 am
DSM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 30m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/1711:55 am
EWR
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 55m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/11$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Mon 3/28:29 pm
DSM
-
LGA
2 stops37h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/512:59 pm
LGA
-
DSM
1 stop10h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/19:00 am
DSM
-
LGA
2 stops37h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/512:59 pm
LGA
-
DSM
1 stop10h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sun 3/87:00 am
DSM
-
LGA
2 stops50h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/129:55 am
LGA
-
DSM
1 stop24h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/216:49 pm
DSM
-
EWR
1 stop4h 39m
United Airlines
Tue 3/317:29 am
EWR
-
DSM
1 stop6h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/19:00 am
DSM
-
EWR
1 stop24h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/512:02 pm
EWR
-
DSM
1 stop11h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$280
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/211:00 am
DSM
-
LGA
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/78:00 am
LGA
-
DSM
1 stop8h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$284
This Lucky2Go deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Lucky2Go is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/17:27 pm
DSM
-
JFK
2 stops28h 36m
Frontier
Thu 3/56:00 am
JFK
-
DSM
2 stops38h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Tue 8/256:20 am
DSM
-
EWR
1 stop4h 44m
Delta
Sat 8/291:00 pm
EWR
-
DSM
1 stop4h 49m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Mon 5/410:23 am
DSM
-
JFK
1 stop24h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/87:30 am
JFK
-
DSM
1 stop14h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 3/510:40 am
DSM
-
SYR
1 stop3h 45m
Delta
Sun 3/85:50 am
SYR
-
DSM
1 stop4h 56m
Delta
Deal found 2/12$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/166:20 am
DSM
-
EWR
1 stop7h 40m
United Airlines
Sun 4/197:29 am
EWR
-
DSM
1 stop7h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$294

Find flight deals from Des Moines to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to New York flight deals. Data was last updated February 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$226
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$96
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$387

Good round-trip deal

$371 or less

Good one-way deal

$238 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-New York (NYC) flight deals.
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From Des Moines to New York
One-way flight from Des Moines to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Des Moines to New York.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Des Moines to New York.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to New York 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 February 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to New York State that are best for you.

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Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Fri 3/20

5:47 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Newark

Tue 3/24

6:00 am-10:09 am

1 stop5h 09m

$279

Des MoinesSyracuse

DSM - SYR

DSMSYR

Des Moines

Fri 4/17

1:10 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Mon 4/20

6:30 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$279

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Sat 5/2

6:19 am-11:59 am

1 stop4h 40m

Newark

Tue 5/5

11:30 am-3:41 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$279

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Sat 3/21

5:35 am-12:09 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Newark

Wed 3/25

6:00 am-10:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

$279

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Wed 3/25

11:33 am-5:29 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Newark

Sat 3/28

6:00 am-9:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

$279

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Thu 8/6

11:04 am-5:45 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Newark

Wed 8/12

6:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

$279

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

9:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop24h 44m

Newark

Thu 3/5

12:02 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop11h 49m

$287

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Fri 5/1

6:30 pm-12:51 am

1 stop5h 21m

Newark

Sat 5/16

6:15 am-10:16 am

1 stop5h 01m

$289

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

10:40 am-4:02 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Newark

Mon 3/9

5:00 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$289

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

5:47 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Newark

Tue 3/17

6:00 am-9:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

$289

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to State of New York (average of $82). Flying from Des Moines to State of New York in January is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 NY?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 13, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to State of New York as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated February 13, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to New York State. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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?

    For a flight from Des Moines to New York, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Des Moines to State of New York in just under 4h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 44m. The distance from Des Moines to State of New York is about 1013 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to State of New York 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 $132 and $135 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to State of New York (average of $82). Flying from Des Moines to State of New York in January is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 Des Moines to New York

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to New York. 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 February 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$148Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$182Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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