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$58+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — DSM
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Des Moines are usually found in May or February, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$58
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$283

Good round-trip deal

$76 or less

Good one-way deal

$57 or less
From Houston Hobby to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
jue. 6/199:38 amHOU - DSM
Nonstop2h 11mAllegiant Air
dom. 6/226:30 amDSM - HOU
Nonstop2h 18mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/10$102
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/255:00 amHOU - DSM
1 stop4h 04mAmerican Airlines
dom. 6/297:21 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
vie. 7/255:15 pmHOU - DSM
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
mar. 7/295:35 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$234
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/44:18 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop6h 45mDelta
mar. 7/810:18 amDSM - HOU
2 stops10h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/11$279
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jue. 7/315:35 amHOU - DSM
2 stops17h 03mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/310:40 amDSM - HOU
2 stops31h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$340

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Hobby

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

jue. 6/19

9:38 am-11:49 am

Nonstop2h 11m

Des Moines

dom. 6/22

6:30 am-8:48 am

Nonstop2h 18m

$102

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

mié. 6/25

5:00 am-9:04 am

1 stop4h 04m

Des Moines

dom. 6/29

7:21 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$229

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

vie. 7/25

12:40 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Des Moines

mar. 7/29

5:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$234

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

vie. 7/4

4:18 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Des Moines

mar. 7/8

10:18 am-8:40 pm

2 stops10h 22m

$279

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

jue. 7/31

5:35 am-10:38 pm

2 stops17h 03m

Des Moines

dom. 8/3

10:40 am-6:13 pm

2 stops31h 33m

$340

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

dom. 7/27

9:42 am-11:53 am

Nonstop2h 11m

$68

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

lun. 6/16

6:30 pm-12:06 am

1 stop5h 36m

$110

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

vie. 6/20

5:15 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$160

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

jue. 6/26

10:00 am-8:37 pm

2 stops10h 37m

$395

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Des Moines

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 52 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 month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 HOU to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 junio 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Des Moines, such as Southwest, Delta and Allegiant Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston Hobby to Des Moines. You should not have trouble finding flights to Des Moines from Houston Hobby; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston Hobby per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Des Moines airport from Houston Hobby. 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 Hobby Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    Allegiant Air, at $58, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Southwest. You may be able to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines for 81% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines are Allegiant Air ($68), American Airlines ($110), and Southwest ($160).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines?

    On average you can expect to pay $72 for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines. The cheapest flight overall is $49 while the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Des Moines) is currently priced at $58.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Hobby Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 Hobby to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$46Average$95FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$124Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$145Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$216Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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