Travelling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Des Moines International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Des Moines.
To ensure you catch your DSM to EWR flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Allegiant Air is your ticket to exploring New York (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Des Moines International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport offered by this airline.
Allegiant Air is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With 73.33% of its services landing on schedule, Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier offering DSM to EWR flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between DSM and EWR:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight is ج.م. 2,304. A round-trip fare is currently ج.م. 5,165. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DSM to EWR.
The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from DSM arrive on schedule 80.45% of the time.
Central Des Moines to Des Moines International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near DSM:
Arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Des Moines International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty to explore New York and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Newark Liberty International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
Newark Liberty International Airport to the centre of New York has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
April is the busiest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to New York in February.
Book your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport for July if you want to go to New York during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSM to EWR in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of United States
New York has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another essential stop in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without visiting Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.