How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in State of New York, such as Newark or New York, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 3h 05m and 4h 05m, respectively.

How many flights depart from State of New York to Des Moines on average per day?

The number of flights available between State of New York and Des Moines is 1 per day as of September 2026. The most frequent departure time is 5:00PM, with 87% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from State of New York to Des Moines on average per week?

9 flights are operational weekly from State of New York to Des Moines as of September 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 22% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Des Moines?

Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from State of New York according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Des Moines?

United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Des Moines

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Des Moines Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to Des Moines Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Des Moines Airport?

There are 4 operators available for flights from New York to Des Moines Airport as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Des Moines Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Des Moines Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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5:57 pm - 10:45 pmBUF Buffalo-DSM Des Moines

5h 48m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

1:58 pm - 9:37 pmDSM Des Moines-BUF Buffalo

6h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$325American Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2

5:20 pm - 8:43 pmROC Greater Rochester Intl-DSM Des Moines

4h 23m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:29 pm - 11:18 pmDSM Des Moines-ROC Greater Rochester Intl

4h 49m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$325Delta

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11

5:50 pm - 12:14 amBUF Buffalo-DSM Des Moines

7h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:58 pm - 11:59 pmDSM Des Moines-BUF Buffalo

9h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$330American Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2

8:00 am - 4:20 pmALB Albany Intl-DSM Des Moines

9h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

11:23 am - 5:44 pmDSM Des Moines-ALB Albany Intl

5h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$339United Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31

8:00 am - 4:20 pmALB Albany Intl-DSM Des Moines

9h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

11:27 am - 5:42 pmDSM Des Moines-ALB Albany Intl

5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$339United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24

6:35 am - 11:40 amALB Albany Intl-DSM Des Moines

6h 05m1 stop New York LaGuardia

6:00 am - 12:00 pmDSM Des Moines-ALB Albany Intl

5h 00m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$339Delta

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

2:50 pm - 11:15 pmALB Albany Intl-DSM Des Moines

9h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

6:00 am - 2:30 pmDSM Des Moines-ALB Albany Intl

7h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington

$349Southwest

Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3

6:45 am - 11:30 amLGA New York LaGuardia-DSM Des Moines

5h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway

6:00 am - 12:30 pmDSM Des Moines-LGA New York LaGuardia

5h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway

$377Southwest

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10

6:00 am - 2:18 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines

9h 18m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

7:25 am - 6:43 pmDSM Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 18m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

$461Allegiant Air

Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23

10:54 am - 3:40 pmSYR Syracuse Hancock Intl-DSM Des Moines

29h 46m1 stop Punta Gorda

7:05 pm - 5:39 pmDSM Des Moines-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl

21h 34m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

$629Allegiant Air

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 29

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5:50 pm - 9:23 pmSYR Syracuse Hancock Intl-DSM Des Moines

4h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:11 pm - 8:57 pmDSM Des Moines-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl

4h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$430United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 11

6:00 am - 2:15 pmSYR Syracuse Hancock Intl-DSM Des Moines

9h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:11 pm - 8:57 pmDSM Des Moines-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl

4h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$435United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 11

6:00 am - 2:15 pmSYR Syracuse Hancock Intl-DSM Des Moines

9h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:11 pm - 8:57 pmDSM Des Moines-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl

4h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$449United Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 11

2:58 pm - 7:21 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:29 am - 1:59 pmDSM Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$470American Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 31

2:58 pm - 7:21 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:29 am - 1:59 pmDSM Des Moines-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$480American Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 31

3:10 pm - 9:11 pmHPN White Plains Westchester County-DSM Des Moines

7h 01m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

3:03 pm - 10:17 pmDSM Des Moines-HPN White Plains Westchester County

6h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$497Delta

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6

9:30 am - 11:32 amLGA New York LaGuardia-DSM Des Moines

3h 02mnonstop

7:15 am - 10:58 amDSM Des Moines-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 43mnonstop

$505Delta

Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7

7:25 am - 11:30 amLGA New York LaGuardia-DSM Des Moines

5h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway

5:35 am - 12:50 pmDSM Des Moines-LGA New York LaGuardia

6h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway

$525Southwest

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 7

2:47 pm - 2:42 pmALB Albany Intl-DSM Des Moines

48h 55m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Philadelphia

12:45 pm - 9:02 amDSM Des Moines-ALB Albany Intl

19h 17m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

$638Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14

2:50 pm - 10:00 pmALB Albany Intl-DSM Des Moines

8h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

5:35 am - 2:10 pmDSM Des Moines-ALB Albany Intl

7h 35m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington

$758Southwest

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14

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American Airlines flights from State of New York to Des Moines

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American Airlines

Oct 26

BUF5:57 pmBuffalo

5h 48m

1 stop

DSM10:45 pmDes Moines

Nov 2

DSM1:58 pmDes Moines

6h 39m

1 stop

BUF9:37 pmBuffalo

$325

American Airlines

Oct 26

BUF5:50 pmBuffalo

7h 24m

1 stop

DSM12:14 amDes Moines

Nov 2

DSM1:58 pmDes Moines

9h 01m

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BUF11:59 pmBuffalo

$330

American Airlines

Nov 12

BUF5:13 amBuffalo

9h 15m

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DSM1:28 pmDes Moines

Nov 13

DSM1:58 pmDes Moines

6h 39m

1 stop

BUF9:37 pmBuffalo

$355

United Airlines flights from State of New York to Des Moines

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United Airlines

Oct 20

ALB2:53 pmAlbany Intl

9h 42m

2 stops

DSM11:35 pmDes Moines

Oct 24

DSM11:27 amDes Moines

5h 15m

1 stop

ALB5:42 pmAlbany Intl

$344

United Airlines

Oct 20

ALB2:53 pmAlbany Intl

9h 42m

2 stops

DSM11:35 pmDes Moines

Oct 24

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

7h 14m

2 stops

ALB2:14 pmAlbany Intl

$349

United Airlines

Oct 22

SYR6:07 amSyracuse Hancock Intl

5h 24m

1 stop

DSM10:31 amDes Moines

Oct 28

DSM11:23 amDes Moines

11h 20m

2 stops

SYR11:43 pmSyracuse Hancock Intl

$354

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11:27 am-5:42 pm

1 stop5h 15m

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6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$339

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Thu 10/29

2:50 pm-11:15 pm

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Des Moines

Tue 11/3

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2 stops7h 30m

$349

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Thu 11/5

6:45 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 11/10

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$377

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Fri 11/20

6:00 am-2:18 pm

1 stop9h 18m

Des Moines

Mon 11/23

7:25 am-6:43 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$461

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SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl - DSM Des Moines

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Syracuse Hancock Intl

Fri 11/20

10:54 am-3:40 pm

1 stop29h 46m

Des Moines

Sun 11/29

7:05 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop21h 34m

$629

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in October, then December is your next best option. Flight prices from State of New York to Des Moines during December average around $427.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from State of New York to Des Moines is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $316. Flights from State of New York to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $667. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from State of New York to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $277. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $661. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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Best Price Found	$126
Fastest flight time	3h 00m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Des Moines from State of New York in the past 72 hours is $126. The best round-trip flight deal from State of New York to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $325.

The fastest flight from State of New York to Des Moines takes 3h 00m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Des Moines Airport?
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There are 4 operators available for flights from New York to Des Moines Airport as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Des Moines Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from State of New York to Des Moines?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between State of New York and Des Moines, the leading plane model is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900, making up 55.22% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Embraer 175 with 35.32%, Airbus A320-100/200 with 5.97%, and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 with 1.49%.

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