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New York.$318 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Thu, 28 Aug.Return flight with Allegiant Air and Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $318, select.
New York.$436 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Dec, returning Tue, 30 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Thu, 25 Dec, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 30 Dec, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $436, select.
New York.$436 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $436, select.
New York.$436 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $436, select.
New York.$436 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $436, select.
New York.$436 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Des Moines on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $436, select.
New York.$436 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Sun, 21 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $436, select.
New York.$440 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $440, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Des Moines to New York LaGuardia flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Nov
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Direct flights from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia

Des Moines to New York LaGuardia: Alternative routes

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Des Moines to New York: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$318
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week42

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia is $318. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia.
Delta, Endeavor Air and Republic Airways fly direct from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia.
As of July 2025, there are 42 flights per week flying from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to New York LaGuardia is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport on Thursday, 21 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 44 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 New York LaGuardia 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 New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Allegiant Air and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York LaGuardia.

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

  • Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Des Moines International Airport to LaGuardia Airport.

  • New York is one hour ahead of Des Moines and observes the UTC-4 timezone.

  • Take your pick of 33 weekly Des Moines International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flights. The 06:30 departure with American Airlines is the earliest available. Delta Air Lines operates the latest service of the day at 14:44.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your DSM to LGA flight.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • American Airlines is your ticket to exploring New York (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Des Moines International Airport to LaGuardia Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is American Airlines.

  • American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers DSM to LGA flights. A dependable 83.05% of its services on this route arrive as planned.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Des Moines International Airport to LaGuardia Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between DSM and LGA include:

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    • O'Hare International Airport

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

  • At the moment, $138 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $318. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

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

  • September is the cheapest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DSM to LGA.

  • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Des Moines International Airport to LaGuardia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • The address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • Des Moines International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80.45% of flights that depart DSM reach their destination on time.

  • To get to Des Moines International Airport from central Des Moines, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to LaGuardia Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near DSM:

Arriving at LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Reserve a hotel close to LGA if you're catching a late Des Moines International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Pick up a LaGuardia Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are top outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from LaGuardia Airport about two weeks before your travel date.

Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York

  • LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

  • LaGuardia Airport to the centre of New York has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour.

When to fly to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Des Moines International Airport to LaGuardia Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • When booking your flight from Des Moines International Airport to LaGuardia Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from DSM to LGA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen New York, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey around 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to tick off its leading attractions. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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