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$82+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Houston

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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — HOU
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Houston are usually found in May or August, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Houston (HO1). 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$82
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$228
From Des Moines to Houston
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/253:08 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
Wed 8/273:27 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop22h 56mFrontier
Deal found 8/13$189
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/92:32 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop20h 05mFrontier
Sat 11/158:47 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop17h 00mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$198
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/213:23 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop8h 13mFrontier
Sun 8/248:08 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop18h 15mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$208
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/132:58 pmDSM - IAH
Nonstop2h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/208:04 pmIAH - DSM
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/11$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 10/224:45 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Sat 10/255:30 amHOU - DSM
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$215
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/152:25 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Thu 9/186:15 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 25mFrontier
Deal found 8/12$223
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/122:25 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Fri 9/196:15 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 25mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$224
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 9/23:25 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Wed 9/35:35 amHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 9/135:10 amDSM - HOU
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/206:44 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Fri 9/264:09 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/310:04 amIAH - DSM
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 11/195:04 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/235:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sun 11/94:10 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Sat 11/155:25 amHOU - DSM
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$234

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Houston 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 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Houston that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Houston

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

2:32 pm-10:37 am

1 stop20h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 11/15

8:47 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$198

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

6:05 am-8:45 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 11/15

7:59 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$209

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

2:58 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/20

8:04 pm-10:28 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$209

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Tue 12/16

6:15 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 35m

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/18

5:05 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 55m

$215

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Wed 10/22

4:45 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/25

5:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$215

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

6:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 12/14

8:08 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$219

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

2:25 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/18

6:15 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$223

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

2:25 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 9/19

6:15 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$224

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Tue 9/2

3:25 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/3

5:35 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 50m

$225

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

5:10 am-9:44 am

1 stop4h 34m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/20

6:44 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$228

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Houston

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Houston. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Houston, you should look to book at least 39 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 Des Moines to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Des Moines to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 DSM to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 63% on flights from Des Moines to Houston by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Houston 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
701 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Houston. 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 from for flights from Des Moines to Houston?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Houston. You should not have trouble finding flights to Houston from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Des Moines airport to Houston. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Houston round-trip?

    Allegiant Air, at $58, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Houston.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. Allegiant Air is currently priced 79% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $82 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $115 and $120, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $64. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $209 on average our data indicates $84 when flying from Des Moines to Houston.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Des Moines to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 Des Moines to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Houston. 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$58Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$107Average$148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$154Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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