New York to Des Moines (LGA–DSM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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DL4904
DL Delta
CR9
6:25 PM
EDT TC
8:34 PM
CDT
3h 9m
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AA4395
AA American
E75
7:16 PM
EDT TB
9:05 PM
CDT
2h 49m
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AA4795
AA American
E75L
7:45 AM
CDT
11:29 AM
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2h 44m
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DL4945
DL Delta
CR9
10:39 AM
CDT TM
2:17 PM
EDT
2h 38m
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New York to Des Moines
2 carriers, 13 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 13 Flights/wk 1,028 mi 2h 49m nonstop -1h behind 27 1-stop hubs

LGA–DSM is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,028 miles in approximately 2h 49m. Beyond nonstop, 27 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore LGA Routes DSM Routes LGA Live Flights DSM Live Flights LGA Delays DSM Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop LGA–DSM service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
DL Delta Air Lines 7 CR9 3h09 21% SkyTeam –
AA American Airlines 6 E75 2h49 21% Oneworld –
Aircraft on this route
CR9 Bombardier CRJ-900 – DL
E75 Embraer E175 – AA
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: DL (7 flights/wk, 54%)
Oneworld: AA (6 flights/wk, 46%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, LGA to DSM direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
13
Outbound / wk
13
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LGA to DSM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
27
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
CLE ~4h 50m MKE ~5h 22m OMA ~5h 22m PIT ~5h 22m MEM ~5h 46m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,219
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
LGA → DSM
21%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
21%
Arriving
58%
Return
DSM → LGA
0%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
0%
Arriving
41%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LGA delays → DSM delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Des Moines from New York

Nearby airports with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Metric LGA→DSM TEB→DSM
Distance from LGA – 11 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 2
Weekly flights 13 –
Flight time 2h 49m 3h 17m
Departure OTP 21% –
Teterboro (TEB) to Des Moines flights
Airports within 200 miles of LGA with service to Des Moines International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Des Moines is 1 hour behind New York.
LGA: EDT · DSM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 5:00 PM in Des Moines.
Distance & Flight Time
1,028 mi / 1,655 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 49m to 3h 9m.
Getting to LGA
Until then, the M60 Select Bus Service runs from 106th Street/Broadway in Manhattan to LGA for $2.90 (MetroCard); the trip takes 45–70 minutes. Transfers from the subway at Astoria-Ditmars Blvd (N/W trains) also work via the Q70 Select Bus.Taxis from Midtown cost $30–45 plus tolls and tip. Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) run $35–55. Traffic on the Grand Central Parkway and Van Wyck can double travel times during rush hours; allow 90 minutes from Midtown during peaks.

Facts

LGA–DSM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Des Moines route.
Route details
Distance1,028 mi / 1,655 km
Flight time2h 49m to 3h 9m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights13 out / 13 return
1-stop connections27 hubs
Origin: LGA
Full nameLaGuardia Airport
IATA / ICAOLGA / KLGA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr33.4M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
Destination: DSM
Full nameDes Moines International Airport
IATA / ICAODSM / KDSM
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation958 ft / 292 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LGA to DSM flights.
Nonstop flights from LaGuardia Airport to Des Moines International Airport take approximately 2h 49m to 3h 9m. The route covers 1,028 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines and Delta Air Lines.
There are approximately 13 nonstop flights per week from LGA to DSM. The return direction has about 13 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CLE, MKE, OMA, PIT, MEM, DAL, STL, HOU, PBI, MSY, AUS, SRQ, BNA, DCA, ATL, DTW, MSP, FLL, IAH, MDW, ORD, DEN, MIA, CLT, DFW, MCO and RSW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Des Moines is 1 hour behind New York.
Yes, return flights from DSM to LGA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TEB. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from LGA to DSM

LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and Des Moines International Airport (DSM) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

LGA to DSM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LGA to DSM ranges from 2 hours 49 minutes to 3 hours 9 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,028 miles (1,655 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 26 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

27 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).