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$120+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Newark (EWR)

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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — EWR
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Des Moines to Newark are usually found in May or July, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Newark

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Newark (EWR). 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.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$202
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$120
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$278

Good round-trip deal

$194 or less

Good one-way deal

$151 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Newark
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Newark. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/148:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Fri 7/1812:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/19$202
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.
Wed 2/193:40 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop17h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/263:03 pmEWR - DSM
1 stop9h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$203
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.
Thu 3/62:06 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/136:52 amEWR - DSM
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$259
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.
Sat 5/38:07 amDSM - EWR
2 stops7h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/610:05 amEWR - DSM
1 stop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$264
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/76:26 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Mon 2/106:05 amEWR - DSM
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Deal found 1/21$274

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Newark 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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Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Mon 7/14

8:35 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Newark

Fri 7/18

12:55 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$202

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Wed 2/19

3:40 pm-9:49 am

1 stop17h 09m

Newark

Wed 2/26

3:03 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$203

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Thu 3/6

2:06 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Newark

Thu 3/13

6:52 am-11:29 am

1 stop5h 37m

$259

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Sat 5/3

8:07 am-5:04 pm

2 stops7h 57m

Newark

Tue 5/6

10:05 am-2:38 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$264

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Fri 2/7

6:26 pm-12:41 am

1 stop5h 15m

Newark

Mon 2/10

6:05 am-11:31 am

1 stop6h 26m

$274

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Fri 1/31

7:12 pm-11:27 am

1 stop15h 15m

$120

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

8:35 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$141

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Tue 3/18

5:59 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$143

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Tue 3/18

1:41 pm-12:45 am

2 stops10h 04m

$234

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Deals found on 1/19

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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-Newark Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Newark Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Newark Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Newark Airport 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-Newark Airport 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 Newark

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Newark

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Newark Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Newark. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Newark Airport is 58 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Newark Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from Des Moines to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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.

Rainfall in Newark by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Newark Airport ranges from 2.9 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Newark Airport when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Newark by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Newark Airport, 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 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Newark

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Newark. 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 Newark. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to New York, such as United Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
801 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Newark. 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 Newark?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Newark from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Newark should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Newark from 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Newark Airport flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Des Moines to Newark.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Newark Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($202), American Airlines ($259), and United Airlines ($264) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Newark Airport. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Newark Airport for 26% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Newark Airport one-way?

    $141 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Allegiant Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $143 and $234, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Newark Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Des Moines to Newark Airport is $131. On average you can expect to pay $288. The most popular route, (Des Moines - Newark), can usually be booked for $202.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Newark 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 Newark Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from Des Moines to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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 Newark

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Newark. 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$104Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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