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$56+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to New York State

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DSM — JFK
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$111
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$56
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$339

Good round-trip deal

$295 or less

Good one-way deal

$163 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 April 11, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Wed 7/27:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Fri 7/2512:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/9$111
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Mon 5/268:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/285:30 amEWR - DSM
1 stop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10$184
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Sat 5/311:54 amDSM - SYR
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/105:25 amSYR - DSM
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Fri 5/305:50 pmDSM - SYR
1 stop4h 13mDelta
Mon 6/212:20 pmSYR - DSM
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/10$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Wed 5/285:30 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Tue 6/36:59 amEWR - DSM
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/10$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Wed 5/287:11 amDSM - LGA
Nonstop2h 44mDelta
Sat 5/3110:44 amLGA - DSM
Nonstop3h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/10$265
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 5/96:00 amDSM - SWF
1 stop12h 49mAllegiant Air
Sun 5/118:04 pmSWF - DSM
1 stop27h 17mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/9$266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/205:50 pmDSM - BUF
1 stop3h 56mDelta
Wed 5/216:30 amBUF - DSM
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Deal found 4/10$271
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Fri 5/308:20 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop23h 50mFrontier
Sun 6/110:55 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop21h 58mFrontier
Deal found 4/10$271
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Fri 4/251:59 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/38:15 amEWR - DSM
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$274
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Sat 5/242:54 pmDSM - LGA
2 stops30h 06mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/297:59 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop18h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Sat 5/102:01 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/149:00 amJFK - DSM
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/8$285

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

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Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Wed 7/2

7:35 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Newark

Fri 7/25

12:55 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$111

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Mon 5/26

8:35 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Newark

Wed 5/28

5:30 am-9:42 am

1 stop5h 12m

$184

Des MoinesSyracuse

DSM - SYR

DSMSYR

Des Moines

Sat 5/3

11:54 am-5:37 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Sat 5/10

5:25 am-12:18 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$251

Des MoinesSyracuse

DSM - SYR

DSMSYR

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

5:50 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop4h 13m

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Mon 6/2

12:20 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$258

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Wed 5/28

6:35 pm-1:07 am

1 stop5h 32m

Newark

Sat 6/7

5:59 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 38m

$259

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Wed 5/28

7:11 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 44m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/31

10:44 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

$265

Des MoinesNew Windsor

DSM - SWF

DSMSWF

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

6:00 am-7:49 pm

1 stop12h 49m

New Windsor Stewart

Sun 5/11

8:04 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop27h 17m

$266

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

8:20 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop23h 50m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 6/1

10:55 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop21h 58m

$271

Des MoinesBuffalo

DSM - BUF

DSMBUF

Des Moines

Tue 5/20

5:50 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop3h 56m

Buffalo

Wed 5/21

6:30 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 07m

$271

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Fri 4/25

1:59 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Newark

Sat 5/3

8:15 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$274

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from Des Moines to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 NY?

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 April 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to State of New York as you normally would.

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in State of New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit State of New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to State of New York, 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 33.8 F).

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 April 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and Qatar Airways from Des Moines to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,910 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,549 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $56. Users have also found prices from $110 and $129 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Des Moines to State of New York consider Des Moines - New York LaGuardia, Des Moines - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Des Moines - Newark as they are the most popular.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from Des Moines to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$104Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$128Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$193Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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