Cheap Flights from New York to Des Moines from $224

Compare New York to Des Moines flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Des Moines

Book the best Des Moines fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from New York to Des Moines Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Des Moines Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $581. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Des Moines.$224 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from New York Newark on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $224, select.

Des Moines.$272 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from New York Newark on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $272, select.

Des Moines.$272 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from New York Newark on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $272, select.

Des Moines.$288 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun, returning Mon, 29 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from New York Newark on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $288, select.

Des Moines.$312 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from New York Newark on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.

Des Moines.$371 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 May, returning Fri, 29 May.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from New York Newark on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Fri, 29 May, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $371, select.

Des Moines.$581 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $581, select.

Des Moines.$581 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Sat, 18 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $581, select.

Des Moines.$582 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $582, select.

Des Moines.$625 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Sat, 18 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $625, select.

Des Moines.$633 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Sat, 4 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $633, select.

Des Moines.$651 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 7 May, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $651, select.

Des Moines.$688 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $688, select.

Des Moines.$751 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $751, select.

Des Moines.$751 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Thu, 7 May, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $751, select.

Des Moines.$759 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $759, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Des Moines

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Des Moines flights are currently cheapest in July.

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Jan

Feb

Direct flights from New York to Des Moines

New York to Des Moines: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Des Moines below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Des Moines.

Des Moines

8km from central Des Moines

ClosestCheapest

from $224

Search flights

New York to Des Moines: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$224
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	3 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airline	Delta
Average flights per week	38

Finding cheap flights from New York to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from New York to Des Moines?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Des Moines is $224. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from New York to Des Moines?

3 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Des Moines.

Which airlines fly direct from New York to Des Moines?

Delta, Endeavor Air and Republic Airways fly direct from New York to Des Moines.

How many flights are there a week from New York to Des Moines?

As of March 2026, there are 38 flights per week flying from New York to Des Moines.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Des Moines?

The cheapest month to fly from New York to Des Moines is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York to Des Moines Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Des Moines Airport on Friday, 29 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York to Des Moines Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 8 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Des Moines?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Des Moines but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Des Moines?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Des Moines with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Des Moines is Allegiant Air .

Travelling from New York to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): What you need to know

The first chapter of your trip begins at one of New York's main airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Explore the options for booking a flight from New York to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) departing from either of these bases.
Des Moines is one hour behind New York. Des Moines International Airport is located in Des Moines, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from New York to DSM.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from New York to Des Moines International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Consider flying out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Des Moines International Airport (DSM) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to DSM are offered by Allegiant Air.
On the EWR to DSM route, Allegiant Air is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier flying between Newark Liberty International Airport and Des Moines International Airport, with 72.73% of its services arriving as scheduled.
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your New York to DSM flight? Relax in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

Enjoy a hassle-free trip from start to finish from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Direct flights from New York to Des Moines International Airport can be booked from here.
Delta Air Lines is one well-known airline that offers direct New York to DSM plane tickets from LGA.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between LGA and DSM is Delta.
Delta is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
The trip to LGA from the centre of New York is around 55 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Des Moines International Airport flight:
Flights that depart from LGA arrive at their destination within the expected time frame 69% of the time.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

About Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Des Moines International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near DSM instead:
You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines

Des Moines International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Des Moines. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

$77 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Des Moines International Airport. A return flight starts at $224. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to DSM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest New York to Des Moines International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from New York to DSM is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a price drop.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from New York to Des Moines International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from New York to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

December is the quietest month for flights from New York to Des Moines International Airport (DSM), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Des Moines based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Des Moines is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Book your New York to DSM plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between -13ºC and 2ºC. Look for cheap tickets from New York to Des Moines International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Des Moines

Once you've booked your flight from New York to Des Moines International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Des Moines:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Des Moines when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden followed by Science Centre of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theatre and State Historical Museum.

Explore more of the United States

Kansas City is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Des Moines. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include National WWI Museum and Memorial, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and Union Station - 2017.
Around 193 kilometres west of Des Moines, Omaha is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Kiewit Luminarium, OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre.