$159 Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Des Moines (DSM)

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Cheap flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Des Moines (DSM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $159 for one-way flights and $247 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Wed, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 16
EWR
New York
DSM
Des Moines
$247 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 13 from New York to Des Moines, returning Sat, Nov 16, priced at $247 found 6 days ago
United
Wed, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 4
EWR
New York
DSM
Des Moines
$258 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 30 from New York to Des Moines, returning Mon, Nov 4, priced at $258 found 3 days ago
Delta
Thu, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 15
EWR
New York
DSM
Des Moines
$258 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Dec 12 from New York to Des Moines, returning Sun, Dec 15, priced at $258 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 10
EWR
New York
DSM
Des Moines
$258 Roundtrip, just found
$258
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 6 from New York to Des Moines, returning Tue, Dec 10, priced at $258 just found
United
Wed, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 4
EWR
New York
DSM
Des Moines
$263 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$263
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 30 from New York to Des Moines, returning Mon, Nov 4, priced at $263 found 3 days ago
United
Sat, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 22
EWR
New York
DSM
Des Moines
$266 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$266
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 19 from New York to Des Moines, returning Tue, Oct 22, priced at $266 found 1 hour ago
United
Wed, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 29
EWR
New York
DSM
Des Moines
$267 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$267
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 20 from New York to Des Moines, returning Fri, Nov 29, priced at $267 found 6 days ago
United
Tue, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 15
EWR
New York
DSM
Des Moines
$267 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$267
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 1 from New York to Des Moines, returning Tue, Oct 15, priced at $267 found 3 days ago
United
Tue, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 15
EWR
New York
DSM
Des Moines
$268 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$268
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 1 from New York to Des Moines, returning Tue, Oct 15, priced at $268 found 3 days ago
United
Wed, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 12
EWR
New York
DSM
Des Moines
$269 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 2 from New York to Des Moines, returning Sat, Oct 12, priced at $269 found 5 days ago
Flight from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Des Moines (EWR - DSM) route information
Origin airport
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
$247
Distance
1013 mi

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Des Moines Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Des Moines

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Des Moines are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Des Moines with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Des Moines

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Des Moines: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Des Moines

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Des Moines in 2024. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $159 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Des Moines flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Newark Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight between EWR and Des Moines Intl. Airport is $247. But you better move fast. This price is taken from fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to DSM?
This can differ from airline to airline, as each has its own terms and conditions. Head to the Customer Service Portal, where there are easy instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from Newark Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from EWR to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
The flight distance from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) is 1025 mi. Sneak in a nap or make a start on the latest bestseller and the trip will fly by.
Which airlines fly direct from EWR to DSM?
If you’re looking to fly straight from EWR to Des Moines Intl. Airport, Allegiant Air (G4) is an excellent option. It operates 8 monthly flights between Newark and Des Moines.
Are Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices fluctuate, so there are no guarantees. While last-minute flight deals between Newark Airport and Des Moines Intl. Airport are of course possible, it also makes sense to keep a close eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some air carriers publicize their prices up to 12 months prior to the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the biggest airfare bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to pounce when the price dips.
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport nearby Airports

New York

LaGuardia to Des Moines
$117.96
John F. Kennedy Intl. to Des Moines
$305.95

White Plains

Westchester County to Des Moines
$365.96
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