Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
If you want to break up your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the JFK - DSM route include:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Nashville International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Des Moines International Airport is $128. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $246. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JFK to DSM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Des Moines International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from JFK to DSM is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has fallen.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 48 kilometers from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 48 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Des Moines International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near JFK:
Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
Book a hotel near DSM if you're on a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
From Des Moines International Airport, Des Moines is approximately 10 kilometers away. It takes around 14 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 43 minutes.
When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
July is the most popular month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Des Moines in April.
Lock in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Des Moines International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Des Moines during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from JFK to DSM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -13ºC and 2ºC on average.
More about Des Moines
Start your Des Moines trip right by finding a great place to stay. After booking your flight from JFK to DSM, explore our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Hy-Vee Hall and Evelyn K Davis Park are top sights which should be on every Des Moines itinerary.
Complete your Des Moines trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Des Moines International Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Des Moines stay.
