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Flight deals from New York LaGuardia to Des Moines

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$507. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Des Moines.C$231 per passenger.Departing Tue., Oct. 20.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue., Oct. 20, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$231, select.
Des Moines.C$246 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jul. 18.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat., Jul. 18, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$246, select.
Des Moines.C$252 per passenger.Departing Fri., May 29.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Fri., May 29, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$252, select.
Des Moines.C$263 per passenger.Departing Tue., Aug. 4.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue., Aug. 4, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$263, select.
Des Moines.C$265 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 10.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu., Sep. 10, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$265, select.
Des Moines.C$266 per passenger.Departing Wed., Dec. 16.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed., Dec. 16, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$266, select.
Des Moines.C$288 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jun. 15.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon., Jun. 15, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$288, select.
Des Moines.C$324 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 25.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed., Nov. 25, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$324, select.
Des Moines.C$476 per passenger.Departing Tue., Aug. 4.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue., Aug. 4, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$476, select.
Des Moines.C$476 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 25.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed., Nov. 25, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$476, select.
Des Moines.C$477 per passenger.Departing Tue., Oct. 20.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue., Oct. 20, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$477, select.
Des Moines.C$478 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 29.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed., Jul. 29, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$478, select.
Des Moines.C$480 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jun. 26.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Fri., Jun. 26, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$480, select.
Des Moines.C$481 per passenger.Departing Mon., Sep. 7.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon., Sep. 7, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$481, select.
Des Moines.C$482 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jan. 23.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat., Jan. 23, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$482, select.
Des Moines.C$482 per passenger.Departing Sat., Dec. 5.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat., Dec. 5, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$482, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Des Moines from C$231 one-way

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York LaGuardia to Des Moines flights are currently cheapest in October.
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from C$263
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New York LaGuardia to Des Moines: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York LaGuardia to Des Moines below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Des Moines.

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New York to Des Moines: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$231
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week36

Finding cheap flights from New York LaGuardia to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

3 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from New York LaGuardia to Des Moines.
Delta, Endeavor Air and Republic Airways fly direct from New York LaGuardia to Des Moines.
As of May 2026, there are 36 flights per week flying from New York LaGuardia to Des Moines.
The cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Des Moines is usually October.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 13 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Des Moines but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Des Moines.

Flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know

  • 3 hours 12 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Des Moines is 1 hour behind New York and is in the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Each week, there are 33 flights from LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines International Airport. To take off as soon as possible, go for the 06:30 American Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from LGA to DSM is 19:20 with American Airlines.

  • Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • If you prefer a stopover for your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the popular stopovers between LGA and DSM:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

    • O'Hare International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • C$231 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Return flights start at C$500. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Score cheap flight tickets from LGA to DSM by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from LGA to DSM is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Take advantage of filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • LaGuardia Airport is around 18 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 27 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 58 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near LGA. Whether you're taking an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines

  • Des Moines International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the center of Des Moines. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 14 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 43 minutes.

When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Des Moines. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -13ºC and 2ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LGA to DSM sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

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