$76+ 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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — NYC
Jan 27 — Feb 31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to New York
Cheapest flights from Des Moines to New YorkExplore 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 December 28, 2025.
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 December 28, 2025.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/296:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Wed 12/3111:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 59mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/26![Allegiant Air logo]()
$321
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Wed 12/313:14 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/14:49 pmEWR - DSM
1 stop5h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26![United Airlines logo]()
$382
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/305:55 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Sat 1/35:20 pmLGA - DSM
Nonstop3h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/27![Delta logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/311:25 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/27:07 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/27![American Airlines logo]()
$398
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 12/296:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Mon 1/510:55 amEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/28![Allegiant Air logo]()
$400
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Wed 12/3111:35 amDSM - LGA
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/210:26 amLGA - DSM
2 stops11h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27![United Airlines logo]()
$403
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Wed 12/317:30 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 35mAllegiant Air
Sat 1/312:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop3h 00mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/26![Allegiant Air logo]()
$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Wed 12/311:30 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop9h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/37:10 amLGA - DSM
2 stops10h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26![United Airlines logo]()
$425
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/305:55 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Fri 1/25:20 pmLGA - DSM
Nonstop3h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/26![Delta logo]()
$433
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/313:26 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/27:02 amEWR - DSM
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/27![American Airlines logo]()
$443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Tue 12/306:46 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop4h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/43:24 pmEWR - DSM
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27![United Airlines logo]()
$463
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/313:26 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/37:02 amEWR - DSM
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/26![American Airlines logo]()
$464
Find flight deals from Des Moines to New York
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 December 28, 2025.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $231 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $76 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $423 |
Good round-trip deal | $226 or less |
Good one-way deal | $93 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 December 28, 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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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Des MoinesNew York
DSM - LGA
DSMLGA
Des Moines
Mon 2/2
2:08 pm-7:50 am
2 stops16h 42m
New York LaGuardia
Wed 2/4
4:54 pm-10:46 pm
1 stop30h 52m
$259
Des MoinesNew Windsor
DSM - SWF
DSMSWF
Des Moines
Mon 2/16
7:20 pm-11:51 am
1 stop15h 31m
New Windsor Stewart
Thu 2/19
12:22 pm-11:12 pm
1 stop11h 50m
$277
Des MoinesNew York
DSM - LGA
DSMLGA
Des Moines
Wed 2/11
7:34 am-11:14 am
Nonstop2h 40m
New York LaGuardia
Wed 2/18
5:15 pm-7:33 pm
Nonstop3h 18m
$285
Des MoinesNewark
DSM - EWR
DSMEWR
Des Moines
Sat 1/17
11:30 am-6:51 pm
1 stop6h 21m
Newark
Tue 3/31
6:00 am-10:44 am
1 stop5h 44m
$305
Des MoinesNewark
DSM - EWR
DSMEWR
Des Moines
Wed 5/6
2:05 pm-10:04 pm
1 stop6h 59m
Newark
Wed 5/13
7:17 am-1:04 pm
1 stop6h 47m
$305
Des MoinesNewark
DSM - EWR
DSMEWR
Des Moines
Sat 2/7
10:59 am-5:59 pm
1 stop6h 00m
Newark
Sat 2/14
9:47 am-4:57 pm
1 stop8h 10m
$305
Des MoinesNewark
DSM - EWR
DSMEWR
Des Moines
Wed 4/8
6:59 pm-1:15 am
1 stop5h 16m
Newark
Tue 4/14
3:15 pm-9:27 pm
1 stop7h 12m
$305
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
Wed 2/4
12:30 pm-8:02 pm
1 stop8h 32m
$305
Des MoinesNewark
DSM - EWR
DSMEWR
Des Moines
Tue 2/10
6:24 am-12:09 pm
1 stop4h 45m
Newark
Tue 2/17
6:00 am-10:17 am
1 stop5h 17m
$305
Des MoinesNew York
DSM - JFK
DSMJFK
Des Moines
Tue 2/10
1:16 pm-7:09 pm
1 stop4h 53m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 2/17
8:29 am-1:09 pm
1 stop5h 40m
$305
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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to New York
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 New York in December.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-New York 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 flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-New York 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 flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to New York
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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights
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 December 26, 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 39 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to New York (average of $82). Flying from Des Moines to New York in January is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 December 28, 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to New York in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 68% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.
Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to New York
Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 28, 2025.
The most flights from DSM to NYC are scheduled on a Saturday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to New York?
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Des Moines to New York?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Des Moines to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
St. Louis (STL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 60% of 1-stop itineraries from Des Moines to New York on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Des Moines to New York?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Des Moines to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Chicago (ORD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $338.
What’s the fastest layover option from Des Moines to New York?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Des Moines to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via St. Louis (STL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 40m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Des Moines to New York?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Des Moines to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 16m.
How often are flights from Des Moines to New York delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Des Moines and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 151 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 early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday 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, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.
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 December 28, 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.
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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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 December 28, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$90 | Average$181 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$255 | Average$396 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$258 | Average$377 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$315 | Average$437 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |