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$65+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to New York State

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DSM — JFK
Mar 16 — Mar 231
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Sun 3/23
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Round-trip from

$199
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$65
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Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$427

Good round-trip deal

$304 or less

Good one-way deal

$167 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 March 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/93:34 pmDSM - SYR
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/156:23 amSYR - DSM
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/10$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/216:48 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop27h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/234:56 pmEWR - DSM
1 stop20h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$221
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Sat 5/245:42 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Sat 5/317:59 amEWR - DSM
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Deal found 3/10$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/225:19 pmDSM - LGA
Nonstop2h 41mDelta
Tue 4/295:05 pmLGA - DSM
Nonstop3h 09mDelta
Deal found 3/10$265
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/96:20 amDSM - SYR
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Tue 4/1512:09 pmSYR - DSM
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Deal found 3/10$268
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 3/241:32 pmDSM - LGA
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/266:00 amLGA - DSM
2 stops31h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/911:38 amDSM - LGA
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/144:25 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/9$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/225:46 pmDSM - JFK
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Tue 4/296:00 amJFK - DSM
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/10$285
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Wed 4/94:45 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Wed 4/163:40 pmLGA - DSM
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/10$285
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Wed 4/234:45 pmDSM - BUF
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Wed 4/302:59 pmBUF - DSM
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/10$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/912:25 pmDSM - LGA
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/144:50 pmLGA - DSM
Nonstop3h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/9$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/233:34 pmDSM - BUF
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/306:00 amBUF - DSM
2 stops9h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/10$298

Find flights from Des Moines to New York within your budget

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 March 11, 2025.

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Des Moines

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New York

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesSyracuse

DSM - SYR

DSMSYR

Des Moines

Wed 4/9

3:34 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Tue 4/15

6:23 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 17m

$199

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Mon 4/21

6:48 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop27h 09m

Newark

Wed 4/23

4:56 pm-12:37 pm

1 stop20h 41m

$221

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Sat 5/24

5:42 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Newark

Sat 5/31

7:59 am-1:29 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$258

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Tue 4/22

5:19 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/29

5:05 pm-7:14 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$265

Des MoinesSyracuse

DSM - SYR

DSMSYR

Des Moines

Wed 4/9

6:20 am-11:52 am

1 stop4h 32m

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Tue 4/15

12:09 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$268

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Mon 3/24

1:32 pm-2:12 pm

2 stops23h 40m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 3/26

6:00 am-12:51 pm

2 stops31h 51m

$274

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Wed 4/9

11:38 am-5:15 pm

1 stop4h 37m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/14

4:25 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$280

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - LGA

DSMLGA

Des Moines

Wed 4/9

4:45 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/16

3:40 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$285

Des MoinesNew York

DSM - JFK

DSMJFK

Des Moines

Tue 4/22

5:46 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 06m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/29

6:00 am-10:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

$285

Des MoinesBuffalo

DSM - BUF

DSMBUF

Des Moines

Wed 4/23

4:45 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Buffalo

Wed 4/30

2:59 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$293

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to New York

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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.

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 March 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 March 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines 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
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
7,973 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,631 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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
744 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

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 $65. Users have also found prices from $96 and $132 on Frontier and American Airlines, 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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    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 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 March 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$103Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$128Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$193Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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