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$71+ Cheap flights from Texas 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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — DSM
Feb 19 — Feb 261
Thu 2/19
Thu 2/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Texas to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Texas to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Texas to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/510:12 am
AUS
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DSM
Nonstop2h 09m
Allegiant Air
Sun 3/87:00 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 22m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/19$113
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:54 pm
DFW
-
DSM
1 stop22h 25m
Frontier
Thu 2/267:27 pm
DSM
-
DFW
1 stop13h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 1/20$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/510:06 am
AUS
-
DSM
1 stop8h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/87:00 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/207:00 am
DFW
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DSM
1 stop11h 19m
Frontier
Mon 2/237:17 pm
DSM
-
DFW
1 stop22h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 1/18$170
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Tue 2/178:35 am
DFW
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 59m
American Airlines
Tue 2/171:38 pm
DSM
-
DFW
1 stop7h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18$173
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/191:52 pm
DFW
-
DSM
1 stop4h 55m
Frontier
Mon 2/237:17 pm
DSM
-
DFW
1 stop4h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 1/18$181
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/166:39 am
IAH
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DSM
1 stop11h 53m
Frontier
Mon 2/237:17 pm
DSM
-
IAH
1 stop5h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19$189
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:02 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Allegiant Air
Thu 5/142:51 pm
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 21m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/19$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2710:25 am
DFW
-
DSM
1 stop8h 39m
Frontier
Mon 3/27:17 pm
DSM
-
DFW
2 stops20h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/65:45 am
DFW
-
DSM
1 stop13h 31m
Frontier
Mon 3/168:21 pm
DSM
-
DFW
1 stop15h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/1312:31 pm
DFW
-
DSM
1 stop7h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/167:17 pm
DSM
-
DFW
1 stop14h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$203
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/41:48 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 10m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/710:53 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 05m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/19$206

Find flight deals from Texas to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Texas to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated January 20, 2026.

Round-trip from

$113
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$71
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$419

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$79 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Texas to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Texas to Des Moines that are best for you.

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AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 3/5

10:06 am-6:42 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

7:00 am-9:22 am

Nonstop2h 22m

$157

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/16

6:39 am-6:32 pm

1 stop11h 53m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

7:17 pm-12:33 am

1 stop5h 16m

$189

DallasDes Moines

DFW - DSM

DFWDSM

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 2/27

10:25 am-7:04 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

7:17 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops20h 58m

$199

DallasDes Moines

DFW - DSM

DFWDSM

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 2/20

7:00 am-6:19 pm

1 stop11h 19m

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

7:45 pm-5:47 am

2 stops34h 02m

$218

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/16

7:20 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Des Moines

Sun 4/19

8:20 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$219

DallasDes Moines

DFW - DSM

DFWDSM

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 2/20

7:00 am-6:19 pm

1 stop11h 19m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

7:17 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops21h 13m

$219

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/16

7:55 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

6:55 pm-12:09 am

1 stop5h 14m

$219

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 4/3

11:00 am-7:14 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

2:49 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$224

DallasDes Moines

DFW - DSM

DFWDSM

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 2/26

5:45 am-6:42 pm

1 stop12h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

7:27 pm-3:42 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$224

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/3

5:25 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 54m

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

5:20 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from Texas to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Texas to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Texas to Des Moines?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Texas to Des Moines (average of $45). Flying from Texas to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 TX to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Texas 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 January 20, 2026.

When flying from Texas to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Texas to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Texas to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on November 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Texas to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Texas to Des Moines

Explore weekly flight availability from Texas 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 January 20, 2026.

The most flights from USTX to DSM are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Texas to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Texas?

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from Texas, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

  • How long is the flight from Texas to Des Moines?

    There are many flights that can get you from Texas to Des Moines in 5h 54m. Fly via Frontier, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from Texas to Des Moines is about 826 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Texas to Des Moines one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $49. Users have also found prices from $54 and $71 on American Airlines and Frontier, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Texas to Des Moines?

    Most travelers choose Dallas/Fort Worth - Des Moines, Houston Hobby - Des Moines or Houston George Bush Intcntl - Des Moines when deciding on the best route from Texas to Des Moines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Texas to Des Moines?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Texas to Des Moines on time: PSA Airlines (100%), Envoy Air (85%), SkyWest Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Texas to Des Moines?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Texas to Des Moines? While on average our users pay $448, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $235. The most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Des Moines), is priced around $203.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Texas to Des Moines?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Texas to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Texas 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 Texas to Des Moines?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Texas to Des Moines (average of $45). Flying from Texas to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 6 airlines flying from Texas to Des Moines

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Texas 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 January 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$44Average$111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$118Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$119Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$143Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$214Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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