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$49+ 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — DSM
Sep 3 — Sep 101
Thu 9/3
Thu 9/10
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 August 4, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2410:57 am -
Nonstop2h 11m
Sun 9/278:00 am -
Nonstop2h 07m
Deal found 8/4$80
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/310:57 am -
Nonstop2h 11m
Sun 9/68:00 am -
Nonstop2h 07m
Deal found 8/2$85
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1010:57 am -
Nonstop2h 11m
Sun 9/138:00 am -
Nonstop2h 07m
Deal found 8/3$96
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2710:55 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Sun 8/308:00 am -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 7/31$105
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Thu 10/297:15 pm -
Nonstop2h 11m
Sun 11/13:39 pm -
Nonstop2h 07m
Deal found 8/3$112
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2410:57 am -
Nonstop2h 11m
Thu 10/14:20 pm -
Nonstop2h 07m
Deal found 8/2$120
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1010:57 am -
Nonstop2h 11m
Thu 9/178:00 am -
Nonstop2h 07m
Deal found 8/3$130
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2010:55 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Thu 8/278:00 am -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 8/1$138
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/143:58 pm -
Nonstop2h 17m
Mon 8/1712:37 pm -
Nonstop2h 31m
Deal found 8/1$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/1010:57 am -
Nonstop2h 11m
Thu 9/1711:29 am -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 8/3$182
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 10/166:30 am -
1 stop6h 48m
Fri 10/302:51 pm -
1 stop9h 18m
Deal found 7/31$200
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 8/286:30 am -
1 stop7h 04m
Fri 9/42:19 pm -
1 stop6h 50m
Deal found 7/31$201

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 August 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$80
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$49
(CheapOair)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$288

Good round-trip deal

$145 or less

Good one-way deal

$99 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 August 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Texas to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/2

5:20 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

5:45 am-1:18 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$299

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/28

7:55 am-1:45 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 9/4

5:40 am-11:20 am

1 stop5h 40m

$299

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/29

5:20 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Des Moines

Mon 8/31

11:28 am-4:25 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$299

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Sun 9/6

6:00 am-11:21 am

1 stop5h 21m

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

4:11 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$299

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/27

5:45 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Des Moines

Thu 9/3

5:40 am-2:15 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$304

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/28

3:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 8/29

12:10 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$304

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/24

3:55 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops6h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 8/25

7:15 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$304

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 10/16

2:21 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Des Moines

Fri 10/30

3:46 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops8h 09m

$304

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/25

6:00 am-1:55 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Des Moines

Fri 8/28

2:25 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$309

San AntonioDes Moines

SAT - DSM

SATDSM

San Antonio

Fri 10/30

5:40 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 11/2

1:50 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$325

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Best time to book a flight from Texas to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Texas with our price prediction graph.
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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Texas to Des Moines (average of $345). Flying from Texas to Des Moines in April is currently the most expensive (average of $467). 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 August 4, 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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Texas to Des Moines?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Texas to Des Moines flights typically cost between $393 and $487 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $250 on Frontier (Sep 14-Sep 17).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Texas to Des Moines?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Texas to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 42 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 17m. Fly via Delta, Southwest, or United Airlines 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 $58. Users have also found prices from $70 and $72 on Southwest 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: Envoy Air (96%), Qantas Airways (62%), GOL (57%).

  • 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 $419, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $127. The most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Des Moines), is priced around $273.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Texas to Des Moines (average of $345). Flying from Texas to Des Moines in April is currently the most expensive (average of $467). 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 5 airlines flying from Texas to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 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 August 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$62Average$135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$140Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$204Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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