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$55+ Cheap flights from New Jersey to Des Moines (DSM)

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EWR — DSM
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Cheap flight deals from New Jersey to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Jersey (USNJ) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 January 21, 2025.

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$120
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One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

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Good one-way deal

$273 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Jersey to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Jersey to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/111:23 pmPHL - DSM
1 stop29h 34mFrontier
Wed 3/196:57 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop11h 33mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$120
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Fri 5/2312:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 55mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/28:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/20$206
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/186:05 amEWR - DSM
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Sat 3/13:00 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Deal found 1/20$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/47:00 amEWR - DSM
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/1512:15 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/183:50 pmJFK - DSM
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/252:06 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/58:25 amLGA - DSM
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/1211:30 amDSM - LGA
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$280
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/710:05 amEWR - DSM
2 stops14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/101:32 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop9h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/182:59 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/257:25 amDSM - LGA
Nonstop2h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/184:45 pmLGA - DSM
Nonstop3h 18mDelta
Tue 2/257:05 amDSM - LGA
Nonstop2h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/20$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/109:31 amPHL - DSM
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/153:34 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1310:50 amPHL - DSM
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/1512:50 pmDSM - PHL
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/38:00 amEWR - DSM
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/66:47 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$307

Find flights from New Jersey to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Jersey to Des Moines 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 January 21, 2025.

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PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Tue 3/11

1:23 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop29h 34m

Des Moines

Wed 3/19

6:57 pm-7:30 am

1 stop11h 33m

$120

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 5/23

12:55 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 6/2

8:35 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$206

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Tue 2/18

6:05 am-11:31 am

1 stop6h 26m

Des Moines

Sat 3/1

3:00 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$259

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Tue 2/4

7:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

Des Moines

Sat 2/15

12:15 pm-5:58 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$274

New YorkDes Moines

JFK - DSM

JFKDSM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/18

3:50 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

2:06 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$275

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Fri 3/7

10:05 am-11:15 pm

2 stops14h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 3/10

1:32 pm-12:29 am

1 stop9h 57m

$285

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/18

2:59 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

7:25 am-11:00 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$290

New YorkDes Moines

LGA - DSM

LGADSM

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/18

4:45 pm-7:03 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

7:05 am-10:50 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$295

PhiladelphiaDes Moines

PHL - DSM

PHLDSM

Philadelphia

Thu 4/10

9:31 am-2:38 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Des Moines

Tue 4/15

3:34 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$303

NewarkDes Moines

EWR - DSM

EWRDSM

Newark

Thu 4/3

8:00 am-2:38 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Des Moines

Sun 4/6

6:47 pm-12:58 am

1 stop5h 11m

$307

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

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Travel insights for flights from New Jersey to Des Moines

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Jersey to Des Moines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from New Jersey to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 NJ to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from New Jersey to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New Jersey to Des Moines, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,443 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Jersey to Des Moines. 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 into for flights to Des Moines from New Jersey?

    Most people fly into Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight to Des Moines from New Jersey. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $55. Users have also found prices from $128 and $138 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Jersey to Des Moines?

    On average you can expect to pay $276 for a flight from New Jersey to Des Moines. The cheapest flight overall is $103 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Des Moines) is currently priced at $285.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Jersey to Des Moines 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 New Jersey to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from New Jersey to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 New Jersey to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Jersey to Des Moines. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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