Newark to Des Moines (EWR–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–DSM is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Allegiant Air leads the route. The flight covers 1,014 miles in approximately 3h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 52 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G4 Allegiant Air | 3 | 320 | 3h05 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Des Moines from Newark
| Metric | EWR→DSM | TEB→DSM | LGA→DSM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | – | 13 |
| Flight time | 3h 5m | 2h 31m | 3h 19m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · DSM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 5:00 PM in Des Moines.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
EWR–DSM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to DSM
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected by nonstop service from Allegiant Air. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
EWR to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to DSM ranges from 3 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,014 miles (1,632 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 5 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
52 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via CLE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (LGA) and Philadelphia (PHL).