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

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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — NYC
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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 New York (NYC). 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 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$106
(Bravofly)

One-way from

$55
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$285

Good round-trip deal

$108 or less

Good one-way deal

$110 or less
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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 September 17, 2025.

This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/278:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Fri 10/3112:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$106
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 10/138:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Fri 10/1712:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$108
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 10/138:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Fri 10/3112:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$121
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 9/228:25 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 40mAllegiant Air
Fri 9/2612:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 45mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$126
This Rumbo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Rumbo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/318:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Fri 11/712:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/16$132
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/248:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Fri 10/3112:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/16$136
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 12/156:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Fri 12/1910:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/16$142
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/318:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Mon 11/312:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/16$145
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/292:25 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop6h 46mFrontier
Wed 10/110:59 pmLGA - DSM
2 stops15h 41mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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
Tue 10/2110:55 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop15h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/222:37 pmDSM - LGA
2 stops18h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/269:59 amLGA - DSM
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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
Wed 10/226:30 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop16h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$263

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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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to New York that are best for you.

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Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

5:51 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop24h 08m

Newark

Mon 10/27

12:55 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$201

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Wed 10/22

2:37 pm-9:11 am

2 stops17h 34m

Newark

Mon 10/27

12:55 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$236

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Thu 9/25

5:49 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop24h 52m

Newark

Wed 10/1

6:56 pm-9:51 am

1 stop15h 55m

$259

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Tue 10/21

5:47 am-12:24 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Newark

Tue 10/21

5:56 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$277

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

6:17 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Newark

Tue 11/18

5:49 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$277

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Tue 10/21

10:50 am-6:08 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Newark

Wed 10/22

7:05 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$277

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

6:17 am-12:04 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Newark

Tue 12/9

7:05 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$277

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Fri 9/26

10:37 am-9:00 am

2 stops21h 23m

Newark

Mon 9/29

12:55 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$281

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

10:00 am-1:41 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 10/21

12:27 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$285

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Sat 10/25

10:00 am-1:41 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 10/28

5:11 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$285

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to New York

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to New York. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to New York (average of $236). Flying from Des Moines to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 NYC?

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 September 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to New York at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
699 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to New York. 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?

    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. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 3 outbound flights to New York per day. 4 airlines have flights to New York from Des Moines on a regular basis.

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

    A quick flight from Des Moines to New York can take about 5h 25m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $291. The distance between Des Moines and New York is about 1028 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to New York is Allegiant Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $90 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $209 and $209 round-trip. These flights start at 72% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $61. Users have also found prices from $139 and $150 on Southwest and Frontier, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Des Moines - Newark, Des Moines - New York LaGuardia is the most popular route from Des Moines to 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 New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to New York (average of $236). Flying from Des Moines to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$209Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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