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$109+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAH — DSM
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$209
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$109
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$298

Good round-trip deal

$299 or less

Good one-way deal

$350 or less
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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/45:48 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop15h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/73:42 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop14h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$201
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/48:04 pmIAH - DSM
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/76:15 amDSM - IAH
Nonstop2h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$209
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/69:08 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop16h 32mFrontier
Mon 9/82:25 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$215
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/185:17 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop5h 22mDelta
Wed 8/205:44 amDSM - IAH
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Deal found 7/28$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/135:05 amIAH - DSM
2 stops7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/167:32 amDSM - IAH
2 stops8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$259

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IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/4

8:04 pm-10:28 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Des Moines

Sun 9/7

6:15 am-8:42 am

Nonstop2h 27m

$209

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/6

9:08 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop16h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

2:25 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$215

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/18

5:17 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Des Moines

Wed 8/20

5:44 am-12:02 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$229

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/11

5:48 pm-8:54 am

1 stop15h 06m

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

2:22 pm-8:24 am

2 stops18h 02m

$235

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 8/13

5:05 am-12:39 pm

2 stops7h 34m

Des Moines

Sat 8/16

7:32 am-3:46 pm

2 stops8h 14m

$259

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/25

6:00 am-2:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$109

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/23

7:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$115

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/3

7:16 pm-4:59 pm

2 stops21h 43m

$119

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/25

8:04 pm-10:28 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$224

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/3

2:52 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$234

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Deals found on 7/28

Best time to book a flight from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IAH to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

When flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

The most flights from IAH to DSM are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,238 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines. You should not have trouble finding flights to Des Moines from Houston George Bush Intcntl; the airport handles an average of 6 inbound flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Des Moines airport from Houston George Bush Intcntl. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($209), Frontier ($215), and Delta ($229) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines. United Airlines is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines one-way?

    $109 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $115 and $224, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines consider choosing United Airlines (78%), Mesa Airlines (77%) or Air New Zealand (67%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines?

    The cheapest flight price from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines is $209. On average you can expect to pay $429. The most popular route, (Houston George Bush Intcntl - Des Moines), can usually be booked for $218.

  • Can I find deals for flights from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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