Des Moines to Newark (DSM–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DSM–EWR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Allegiant Air leads the route. The flight covers 1,014 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 56 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G4 Allegiant Air | 2 | 320 | 2h30 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Newark from Des Moines
| Metric | DSM→EWR | CID→EWR | OMA→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DSM | – | 103 mi | 117 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | – | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 1h 46m | 2h 58m |
| Departure OTP | 69% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DSM: CDT · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Des Moines, it's 7:00 PM in Newark.
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
DSM–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DSM to EWR
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from Allegiant Air. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
DSM to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DSM to EWR ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,014 miles (1,632 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 5 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
56 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CID. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cedar Rapids (CID) and Omaha (OMA).