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$55+ 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — EWR
Jun 13 — Jun 201
Fri 6/13
Fri 6/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Newark are usually found in June or July, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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 June 8, 2025.

Round-trip from

$90
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$55
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$223

Good round-trip deal

$144 or less

Good one-way deal

$61 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 June 8, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Mon 7/218:35 amDSM - EWR
Nonstop2h 30mAllegiant Air
Fri 7/2512:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/6$90
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Mon 7/212:00 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop9h 12mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/2512:55 pmEWR - DSM
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$158
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Tue 7/225:30 amDSM - EWR
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Tue 7/294:59 pmEWR - DSM
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 6/7$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Sat 7/195:00 amDSM - EWR
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/265:20 pmEWR - DSM
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Thu 10/306:50 pmDSM - EWR
1 stop4h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/37:15 amEWR - DSM
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$339

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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 June 8, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Newark Airport that are best for you.

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Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Mon 7/21

8:35 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Newark

Fri 7/25

12:55 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$90

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Mon 7/21

2:00 pm-12:12 am

1 stop9h 12m

Newark

Fri 7/25

12:55 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$158

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Tue 7/22

5:30 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Newark

Tue 7/29

4:59 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$259

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Sat 7/19

5:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 19m

Newark

Sat 7/26

5:20 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$303

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

6:50 pm-12:13 am

1 stop4h 23m

Newark

Mon 11/3

7:15 am-12:14 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$339

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Mon 8/25

8:35 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$55

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Sun 8/24

7:15 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop25h 07m

$99

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Tue 7/15

5:30 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$143

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Fri 9/5

8:41 pm-10:05 am

2 stops12h 24m

$185

Des MoinesNewark

DSM - EWR

DSMEWR

Des Moines

Sat 8/23

6:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops17h 30m

$307

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Newark

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Newark Airport

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 May 23, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Newark Airport is 71 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to EWR?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Newark. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 8, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Newark Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 52% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 June 8, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to New York, such as Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,782 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
728 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,292 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

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 ($90), Delta ($259), and American Airlines ($303) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Newark Airport. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Newark Airport for 71% 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?

    $55 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 Frontier, with prices starting from $143 and $185, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Des Moines to Newark Airport is $55. On average you can expect to pay $126. The most popular route, (Des Moines - Newark), can usually be booked for $90.

  • 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 June 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$103Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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