$61+ Cheap flights from Galveston, TX to Des Moines (DSM)
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HOU — DSM
Aug 12 — Aug 191
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Galveston to Des MoinesExplore the most affordable flight options available from Galveston to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 13, 2026.
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/143:58 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 17m
Allegiant Air
Mon 8/1712:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 31m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/9![Allegiant Air logo]()
$97
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/244:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Mon 7/271:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/12![Allegiant Air logo]()
$129
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/174:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Mon 8/1712:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 31m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$132
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/104:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Mon 7/131:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/8![Allegiant Air logo]()
$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:50 am
HOU
- DSM
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Tue 9/82:40 pm
DSM
- HOU
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/10![Southwest logo]()
$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/175:45 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Fri 8/212:25 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/9![Southwest logo]()
$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/234:45 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Wed 9/306:10 am
DSM
- HOU
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8![Southwest logo]()
$218
Best flights from Galveston to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Galveston to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 13, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Galveston to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 13, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/234:45 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Wed 9/306:10 am
DSM
- HOU
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8![Southwest logo]()
$218
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/145:45 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Mon 8/173:50 pm
DSM
- HOU
2 stops7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/9![Southwest logo]()
$246
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1612:20 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Mon 10/195:10 am
DSM
- HOU
1 stop4h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/11![Southwest logo]()
$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/25:05 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Sun 10/45:30 am
DSM
- HOU
2 stops7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/11![Southwest logo]()
$290
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/185:45 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Mon 9/215:40 am
DSM
- HOU
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/12![Southwest logo]()
$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/103:55 pm
HOU
- DSM
2 stops6h 15m
Southwest
Thu 8/135:40 am
DSM
- HOU
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/11![Southwest logo]()
$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/63:50 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Sat 8/85:30 am
DSM
- HOU
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8![Southwest logo]()
$353
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/36:50 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Sat 8/85:30 am
DSM
- HOU
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/12![Southwest logo]()
$353
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/193:20 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Sun 8/233:50 pm
DSM
- HOU
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/13![Southwest logo]()
$373
Last-minute flights from Galveston to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Galveston to Des Moines. Data last updated July 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Galveston to Des Moines. Data last updated July 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/174:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Mon 8/1712:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 31m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/13![Allegiant Air logo]()
$132
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/244:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Mon 7/271:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/12![Allegiant Air logo]()
$129
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/143:58 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 17m
Allegiant Air
Mon 8/1712:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 31m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/9![Allegiant Air logo]()
$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/143:50 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Mon 8/173:50 pm
DSM
- HOU
2 stops7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/9![Southwest logo]()
$246
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/175:45 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Fri 8/212:25 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/9![Southwest logo]()
$217
One-way flights from Galveston to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from Galveston to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 13, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Galveston to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 13, 2026.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/244:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/9![Allegiant Air logo]()
$61
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/73:58 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 17m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/9![Allegiant Air logo]()
$80
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/314:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/10![Allegiant Air logo]()
$92
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/55:05 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/9![Southwest logo]()
$93
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/245:00 am
HOU
- DSM
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/10![Southwest logo]()
$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/71:20 pm
HOU
- DSM
2 stops8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/9![Southwest logo]()
$126
Find flight deals from Galveston to Des Moines
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Galveston to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated July 13, 2026.
Round-trip from | $97 (Cheapflightsfares) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $61 (Super.com) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | June |
Average price | $213 |
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
HoustonDes Moines
HOU - DSM
HOUDSM
Houston Hobby
Wed 9/23
4:45 pm-9:55 pm
1 stop5h 10m
Des Moines
Wed 9/30
6:10 am-1:00 pm
1 stop6h 50m
$218
HoustonDes Moines
HOU - DSM
HOUDSM
Houston Hobby
Fri 8/14
5:45 pm-10:10 pm
1 stop4h 25m
Des Moines
Mon 8/17
3:50 pm-10:55 pm
2 stops7h 05m
$246
Quickest round-trip
HoustonDes Moines
HOU - DSM
HOUDSM
Houston Hobby
Fri 10/16
12:20 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop6h 10m
Des Moines
Mon 10/19
5:10 am-9:45 am
1 stop4h 35m
$289
HoustonDes Moines
HOU - DSM
HOUDSM
Houston Hobby
Fri 10/2
5:05 pm-9:55 pm
1 stop4h 50m
Des Moines
Sun 10/4
5:30 am-12:35 pm
2 stops7h 05m
$290
HoustonDes Moines
HOU - DSM
HOUDSM
Houston Hobby
Fri 9/18
5:45 pm-10:10 pm
1 stop4h 25m
Des Moines
Mon 9/21
5:40 am-2:15 pm
2 stops8h 35m
$294
HoustonDes Moines
HOU - DSM
HOUDSM
Houston Hobby
Mon 8/10
3:55 pm-10:10 pm
2 stops6h 15m
Des Moines
Thu 8/13
5:40 am-2:15 pm
2 stops8h 35m
$338
HoustonDes Moines
HOU - DSM
HOUDSM
Houston Hobby
Thu 8/6
3:50 pm-10:10 pm
1 stop6h 20m
Des Moines
Sat 8/8
5:30 am-1:50 pm
2 stops8h 20m
$353
HoustonDes Moines
HOU - DSM
HOUDSM
Houston Hobby
Mon 8/3
6:50 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop4h 45m
Des Moines
Sat 8/8
5:30 am-1:50 pm
2 stops8h 20m
$353
HoustonDes Moines
HOU - DSM
HOUDSM
Houston Hobby
Wed 8/19
3:20 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop5h 40m
Des Moines
Sun 8/23
3:50 pm-11:00 pm
2 stops7h 10m
$373
Cheapest one-way
HoustonDes Moines
HOU - DSM
HOUDSM
Houston Hobby
Mon 10/5
5:05 pm-9:55 pm
1 stop4h 50m
$93
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Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated July 13, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines,Allegiant Air, andAmerican Airlines from Galveston to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
7.4
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Apr 2026
DFW - EWR
Overall
7.4
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Apr 2026
DFW - EWR
Overall
7.4
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Apr 2026
DFW - EWR
Overall
7.4
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Apr 2026
DFW - EWR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$62 | Average$112 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$188 | Average$328 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$209 | Average$389 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |