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$131+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Harlingen, TX (DSM - HRL)

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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — HRL
Feb 17 — Feb 241
Tue 2/17
Tue 2/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Harlingen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Harlingen (HRL). 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 January 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$274
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$131
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$279
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Harlingen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Harlingen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 18, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/158:00 am
DSM
-
HRL
1 stop5h 14m
United Airlines
Tue 9/295:16 pm
HRL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/16$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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.
Tue 2/108:10 am
DSM
-
HRL
1 stop7h 56m
United Airlines
Wed 2/189:20 am
HRL
-
DSM
2 stops10h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/17$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/105:51 pm
DSM
-
HRL
1 stop5h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 2/186:46 pm
HRL
-
DSM
1 stop5h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/16$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/176:08 pm
DSM
-
HRL
1 stop4h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 2/216:00 am
HRL
-
DSM
1 stop4h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/16$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 3/36:32 am
DSM
-
HRL
2 stops11h 44m
American Airlines
Tue 3/106:46 pm
HRL
-
DSM
1 stop4h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/17$286
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 3/35:05 am
DSM
-
HRL
1 stop5h 07m
American Airlines
Thu 3/126:00 am
HRL
-
DSM
1 stop4h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/17$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 2/176:08 pm
DSM
-
HRL
1 stop4h 55m
American Airlines
Mon 2/236:00 am
HRL
-
DSM
1 stop4h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/17$296

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Harlingen that are best for you.

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Des MoinesHarlingen

DSM - HRL

DSMHRL

Des Moines

Tue 2/10

8:10 am-4:06 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Harlingen Valley Intl

Wed 2/18

9:20 am-8:07 pm

2 stops10h 47m

$274

Des MoinesHarlingen

DSM - HRL

DSMHRL

Des Moines

Tue 2/10

5:51 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Harlingen Valley Intl

Wed 2/18

6:46 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$279

Des MoinesHarlingen

DSM - HRL

DSMHRL

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

5:05 am-10:12 am

1 stop5h 07m

Harlingen Valley Intl

Tue 3/10

6:46 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$281

Des MoinesHarlingen

DSM - HRL

DSMHRL

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

6:32 am-6:16 pm

2 stops11h 44m

Harlingen Valley Intl

Thu 3/12

6:00 am-10:34 am

1 stop4h 34m

$295

Des MoinesHarlingen

DSM - HRL

DSMHRL

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

3:04 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Harlingen Valley Intl

Mon 2/2

5:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$309

Des MoinesHarlingen

DSM - HRL

DSMHRL

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

5:05 am-10:36 am

1 stop5h 31m

Harlingen Valley Intl

Thu 2/5

6:44 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$309

Des MoinesHarlingen

DSM - HRL

DSMHRL

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

8:00 am-8:01 pm

2 stops12h 01m

Harlingen Valley Intl

Thu 2/5

5:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$314

Des MoinesHarlingen

DSM - HRL

DSMHRL

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

1:38 pm-11:03 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Harlingen Valley Intl

Mon 2/23

6:00 am-10:34 am

1 stop4h 34m

$322

Des MoinesHarlingen

DSM - HRL

DSMHRL

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

3:58 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$131

Des MoinesHarlingen

DSM - HRL

DSMHRL

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

8:00 am-11:24 am

3 stops27h 24m

$368

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Deals found on 1/16

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Harlingen in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Harlingen, Texas flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Harlingen, Texas flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Harlingen, Texas flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Harlingen, Texas flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Harlingen, Texas flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Harlingen

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Harlingen, Texas (average of $150). Flying from Des Moines to Harlingen, Texas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Harlingen

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Harlingen. 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 Harlingen. Reviews last updated January 18, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Harlingen to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,176 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,176 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,176 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,160 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,176 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Harlingen, Texas in 5h 30m. Fly via United Airlines or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1081 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Harlingen, Texas round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Harlingen, Texas round-trip from $221. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. American Airlines is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Harlingen, Texas (average of $150). Flying from Des Moines to Harlingen, Texas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Harlingen

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Harlingen. 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 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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