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$88+ 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — HOU
feb. 7 — feb. 141
sáb. 2/7
sáb. 2/14
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Houston are usually found in May or August, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Houston

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 enero 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$160
(Frontier)

One-way from

$135
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$264
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 enero 8, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
lun. 2/237:17 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop5h 16mFrontier
jue. 2/266:39 amIAH - DSM
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
lun. 3/27:17 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop23h 57mFrontier
jue. 3/54:59 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop26h 17mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
sáb. 3/78:21 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop11h 37mFrontier
mié. 3/119:15 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop12h 30mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$194
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
dom. 3/15:10 amDSM - HOU
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
mar. 3/35:40 amHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 1/6$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
mié. 2/43:20 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
mié. 2/112:10 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/7$203
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/118:21 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop12h 37mFrontier
lun. 3/166:45 amIAH - DSM
1 stop12h 31mFrontier
Deal found 1/7$205
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
lun. 2/28:10 amDSM - IAH
Nonstop2h 42mUnited Airlines
mar. 2/177:55 pmIAH - DSM
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
mié. 2/43:04 pmDSM - IAH
Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines
mié. 2/118:23 amIAH - DSM
1 stop6h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
jue. 1/293:20 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
mié. 2/42:10 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/6$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
jue. 2/197:32 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop14h 04mFrontier
jue. 2/269:14 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop21h 50mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
lun. 3/27:17 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop23h 57mMultiple Airlines
jue. 3/56:07 pmIAH - DSM
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$222
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
sáb. 1/314:00 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 2/710:35 amHOU - DSM
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$229

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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 enero 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Houston that are best for you.

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Price

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

mié. 2/4

3:20 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Houston Hobby

mié. 2/11

2:35 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$203

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

mié. 2/4

3:04 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 2/11

8:09 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$209

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

lun. 2/23

7:17 pm-12:33 am

1 stop5h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 2/26

6:39 am-6:42 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$211

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

sáb. 3/21

2:59 pm-5:37 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 3/24

5:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$219

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

lun. 2/2

3:35 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 2/17

7:55 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$219

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

vie. 2/13

7:52 am-10:30 am

Nonstop2h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb. 2/21

5:00 am-10:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

$219

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

jue. 3/19

10:40 am-8:20 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 3/23

9:43 am-7:16 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$220

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

lun. 2/2

12:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Houston Hobby

mar. 2/3

5:40 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 45m

$221

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

mar. 2/3

5:16 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Houston Hobby

mar. 2/24

10:50 am-4:27 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$229

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

sáb. 1/31

3:35 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb. 2/7

8:23 am-2:33 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$229

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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 January 2, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Houston, you should look to book at least 37 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Houston (average of $61). Flying from Des Moines to Houston in September is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 enero 8, 2026.

When flying from Des Moines to Houston, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 enero 8, 2026.
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
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,029 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,139 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,095 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
702 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 5 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.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Houston?

    Southwest, United Airlines, and Frontier can get you from Des Moines to Houston in just under 2h 39m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 11m. The distance between Des Moines and Houston is about 803 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Allegiant Air, at $53, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Houston.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Southwest. Allegiant Air is currently priced 81% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $57 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Allegiant Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and American Airlines, with prices starting from $87 and $89, respectively.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Houston (average of $61). Flying from Des Moines to Houston in September is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 Des Moines to Houston

Discover the top 5 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 enero 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$54Average$119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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