Cheap flights from JFK to DSM (John F. Kennedy Intl. to Des Moines Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from JFK to DSM starting at $215 One Way, $385 Round Trip

Prices starting at $385 for return flights and $215 for one-way flights to Des Moines Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hotel Ideas near Des Moines Intl.

Airport Hotels near Des Moines Intl.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$78 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$88 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,817 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, free shuttle to airport."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$71 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$80 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, very helpful in assisting day by day stays. Will book with them again."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

3 out of 5
1810 Army Post Road Des Moines IA
$71 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$80 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (256 reviews)
"A little paint did not make this place nice."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Des Moines

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

3 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
$111 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$124 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Extremely comfy beds and very tasty breakfast. I didn't want to leave the hotel this morning."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$78 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$88 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,817 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, free shuttle to airport."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
$144 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$161 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,204 reviews)
"The room was clean. Everything was super nice. The restaurant inside the building amazing food. The stuff was pretty cool. I didn’t have to much to ask for help anyway."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Des Moines Hotels With Airport Transportation

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
$78 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$88 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,817 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, free shuttle to airport."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
5231 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
$71 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$80 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"First thing I noticed when I got to my room was someone put a shower cap over the smoke detector. This was obviously done so someone could smoke in the room. There was a ceramic tile on the bathroom floor that was broken and would pop out when stepped on. It was sharp and could easily cut someone’s ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 out of 5
5001 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
$122 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$137 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The lobby was nice and the desk clerk friendly. The elevator got stuck on the way up to 3rd floor. The carpet and sheets were damp. The air conditioner was old and set to heat when we arrived. Maybe that had something to do with the damp room? There was no soap on the tiny bathroom vanity and the ..."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Des Moines Hotels

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

2 out of 5
7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA
$58 nightly
The price is $65 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$65 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (927 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel

2 out of 5
2316 Southeast 14th Street Des Moines IA
$72 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$81 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (663 reviews)
"a hidden gem that’s getting polished by the day. good manager. very helpful. stay here!!"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

Cozy Rest Motel
Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive

Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive

2 out of 5
1258 8th St West Des Moines IA
$59 nightly
The price is $66 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$66 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (93 reviews)
"The building is old and not the most well kept (overgrown grass, smells kinda funny, doors stick, etc.), but if you need a quick place to stay overnight that's cheap, it was fine. The two ladies we met at the front desk were wonderful though!"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Des Moines

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

3 out of 5
11431 Forest Ave Clive IA
$129 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$144 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Wildwood Lodge
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
$71 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$80 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
5.8/10 (906 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, waterpark, game room, cribs

Travelers say...
"room had stains tv and telephone didn't work, had no workable shower door. stains in the carpet, ripped up carpet,"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
6221 Willow Creek Ave Des Moines IA
$95 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$107 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,183 reviews)

Families like: Game room, cribs, rollaway beds, games and toys

Travelers say...
"Grandkids loved the indoor pool and jacuzzi (also there's a sauna), and game room. I appreciated the 2 sinks in the room, with one being outside the bathroom. With 4 of us it was so much easier getting ready. Good breakfast, outdoor eating areas and random places to relax and socialize throughout ..."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

JFK to DSM Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
JFK Address & GPS
Address:
JFK Airport
New York NY, 11430
United States
IATA Code:
JFK
Longitude:
-73.78817
Latitude:
40.642335
Time Zone:
America/New_York
DSM Address & GPS
Address:
5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201
Des Moines IA, 50321-2854
United States
IATA Code:
DSM
Longitude:
-93.648087
Latitude:
41.532434
Time Zone:
America/Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from JFK Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Unfortunately, you won't find any direct flights on this route. But American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Frontier Airlines can fly you from JFK Airport to DSM with only one stopover.
What is the shortest flight from JFK Airport to DSM?
Take the opportunity to kick back and unwind on your flight from New York to Des Moines. The shortest flight time from JFK Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport is 5 hours and 28 minutes, which gives you ample time to indulge in a drink or get absorbed in a good book.
How many hours flight from JFK to DSM?
From JFK to DSM, you'll be in your plane seat for an average of 5 hours and 35 minutes. Settle in, order a glass of Champagne and take out your noise-canceling headphones. It's time for a movie marathon.
What airlines have the most flights from JFK Airport to DSM?
At the moment, there aren't any direct flights from New York to Des Moines. However, you will be able to lock in a flight with at least one stop. Look on the bright side — use the break to get the blood flowing again or grab a decent coffee!

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