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$53+ 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — DSM
Nov 16 — Nov 231
Sun 11/16
Sun 11/23
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 17, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Thu 11/138:55 pmAUS - DSM
Nonstop2h 08mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/165:49 pmDSM - AUS
Nonstop2h 16mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/16$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/66:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 56mFrontier
Mon 11/102:32 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop22h 07mFrontier
Deal found 10/16$123
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 10/308:36 pmAUS - DSM
Nonstop2h 07mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/25:34 pmDSM - AUS
Nonstop2h 12mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/16$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/136:00 amAUS - DSM
1 stop7h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/165:49 pmDSM - AUS
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/66:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 56mFrontier
Fri 11/142:34 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 05mFrontier
Deal found 10/16$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Mon 12/811:32 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 31mFrontier
Fri 12/128:15 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop14h 22mFrontier
Deal found 10/15$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/146:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Mon 11/172:32 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop22h 07mFrontier
Deal found 10/15$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/135:30 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 26mFrontier
Mon 11/172:32 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Deal found 10/15$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/65:35 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Fri 11/72:32 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Deal found 10/16$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sat 11/13:12 pmSAT - DSM
1 stop23h 35mFrontier
Fri 11/72:32 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop23h 45mFrontier
Deal found 10/15$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/66:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/102:32 pmDSM - IAH
2 stops20h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$159
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 10/305:35 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Mon 11/32:32 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Deal found 10/15$160

Cheap 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 October 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$86
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One-way from

$53
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$349

Good round-trip deal

$110 or less

Good one-way deal

$156 or less
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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 October 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Texas to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 11/13

8:55 pm-11:03 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

5:49 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$96

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 10/30

8:36 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

5:34 pm-7:46 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$126

DallasDes Moines

DFW - DSM

DFWDSM

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 10/30

5:35 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 11/3

2:32 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 38m

$160

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

5:34 pm-7:46 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$183

DallasDes Moines

DFW - DSM

DFWDSM

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 10/31

5:35 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 11/3

2:32 pm-2:36 pm

1 stop24h 04m

$195

DallasDes Moines

DFW - DSM

DFWDSM

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 10/31

5:35 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

2:32 pm-9:33 am

1 stop19h 01m

$208

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/11

7:59 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

6:05 am-8:45 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$209

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/12

7:59 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

2:52 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$209

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/26

7:59 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

2:53 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$209

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 11/7

7:59 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Des Moines

Sat 11/8

2:52 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$209

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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 $144). 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 October 17, 2025.

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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 25% 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 October 12, 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 October 17, 2025.

The most flights from USTX to DSM are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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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 2h 08m. Fly via Allegiant Air, Frontier, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Texas to Des Moines is about 815 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 $53. Users have also found prices from $67 and $115 on Frontier and Southwest, 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: Envoy Air (95%), PSA Airlines (90%), American Airlines (79%).

  • 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 $418, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $274. The most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Des Moines), is priced around $215.

  • 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 $144). 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 October 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$46Average$123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$119Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$124Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$214Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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