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$98+ 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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — NYC
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sun 8/23
Sun 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 24, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 12/77:35 am
DSM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 30m
Allegiant Air
Fri 12/1111:55 am
EWR
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 05m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/20$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 11/237:40 am
DSM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Wed 11/2511:55 am
EWR
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 05m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/19$183
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 11/207:40 am
DSM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Mon 11/2311:55 am
EWR
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 05m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/22$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 11/207:40 am
DSM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Wed 11/2511:55 am
EWR
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 05m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/19$217
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sat 12/198:35 am
DSM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 30m
Allegiant Air
Sat 1/212:55 pm
EWR
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 07m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/22$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 12/117:35 am
DSM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 30m
Allegiant Air
Sat 12/1912:55 pm
EWR
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 07m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/20$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 12/147:35 am
DSM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 30m
Allegiant Air
Fri 12/1811:55 am
EWR
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 05m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/20$231
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 12/308:35 am
DSM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 30m
Allegiant Air
Sat 1/212:55 pm
EWR
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 07m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/21$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 12/117:35 am
DSM
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 30m
Allegiant Air
Fri 12/1811:55 am
EWR
-
DSM
Nonstop3h 05m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/20$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/169:25 am
DSM
-
SWF
1 stop9h 33m
Allegiant Air
Sun 10/1811:53 am
SWF
-
DSM
1 stop12h 17m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/22$327
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 10/93:04 pm
DSM
-
SWF
2 stops19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/1111:53 am
SWF
-
DSM
1 stop12h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18$332
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Thu 10/296:40 am
DSM
-
SWF
1 stop26h 49m
Allegiant Air
Sun 11/111:58 am
SWF
-
DSM
2 stops12h 39m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/18$338

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 July 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$98
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$545

Good round-trip deal

$185 or less

Good one-way deal

$109 or less
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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 July 24, 2026.
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

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Wed 9/16

8:00 am-3:37 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Newark

Sat 9/19

6:00 am-10:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

$314

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Fri 8/14

6:35 pm-12:58 am

1 stop5h 23m

Newark

Fri 8/21

6:00 am-10:43 am

1 stop5h 43m

$319

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Thu 8/20

6:55 am-1:30 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Newark

Sun 8/23

6:50 am-1:25 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$319

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Wed 8/19

2:54 pm-12:10 am

1 stop8h 16m

Newark

Tue 8/25

6:00 am-10:43 am

1 stop5h 43m

$319

Des MoinesNew Windsor

DSM - SWF

DSMSWF

Des Moines

Fri 10/16

9:25 am-7:58 pm

1 stop9h 33m

New Windsor Stewart

Sun 10/18

11:53 am-11:10 pm

1 stop12h 17m

$327

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Tue 9/15

10:20 am-3:59 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Newark

Sat 9/26

6:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop5h 46m

$329

Des MoinesNew Windsor

DSM - SWF

DSMSWF

Des Moines

Fri 10/9

3:04 pm-11:39 am

2 stops19h 35m

New Windsor Stewart

Sun 10/11

11:53 am-11:10 pm

1 stop12h 17m

$332

Des MoinesNew Windsor

DSM - SWF

DSMSWF

Des Moines

Thu 10/8

6:40 am-10:29 am

1 stop26h 49m

New Windsor Stewart

Sun 10/11

11:53 am-11:10 pm

1 stop12h 17m

$346

Des MoinesNew Windsor

DSM - SWF

DSMSWF

Des Moines

Fri 10/2

3:09 pm-11:39 am

2 stops19h 30m

New Windsor Stewart

Sun 10/4

11:48 am-8:53 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$349

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Thu 8/27

6:35 pm-12:58 am

1 stop5h 23m

Newark

Sun 8/30

6:15 am-10:18 am

1 stop5h 03m

$359

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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 July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to New York (average of $351). Flying from Des Moines to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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 July 24, 2026.

When flying from Des Moines to New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to New York?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to New York flights typically cost between $298 and $604 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $181 on Allegiant Air (Dec 7-Dec 11).

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.

Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% 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.

St. Louis (STL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $290.

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 10m.

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 St. Louis (STL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 58m.

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

About 18% of weekly flights between Des Moines and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 161 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday 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 14% of flights being delayed.

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

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 56 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 July 24, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andAllegiant Air 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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,484 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
7.8
Good
8,484 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,484 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,024 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,484 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
682 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,484 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,838 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,484 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

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

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 1 outbound flight 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 23m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $319. The distance between Des Moines and New York is about 1013 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 $97 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $252 and $258 round-trip. These flights start at 76% 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 $55. Users have also found prices from $134 and $142 on American Airlines and Delta, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to New York (average of $351). Flying from Des Moines to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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 July 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$97Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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