$105+ 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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — HOU
Mar 5 — Mar 121
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to HoustonExplore 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 February 3, 2026.
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 February 3, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/237:17 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop5h 16m
Frontier
Thu 2/266:39 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/57:27 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop26h 34m
Frontier
Wed 3/116:45 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop12h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$155
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/27:17 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop23h 57m
Frontier
Thu 3/56:39 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$173
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/223:04 pm
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 36m
United Airlines
Tue 4/288:13 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31![United Airlines logo]()
$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/78:21 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop11h 37m
Frontier
Tue 3/105:49 pm
IAH
- DSM
2 stops25h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$218
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/23:24 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop7h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 3/78:17 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1![United Airlines logo]()
$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/98:21 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop28h 18m
Frontier
Mon 3/169:43 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop9h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$220
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/308:15 am
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 36m
United Airlines
Sat 5/28:15 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1![United Airlines logo]()
$221
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/66:20 am
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 27m
United Airlines
Sun 8/168:10 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$222
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/27:17 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop5h 16m
Frontier
Mon 3/99:15 pm
IAH
- DSM
1 stop12h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$223
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/57:15 am
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 37m
United Airlines
Thu 3/128:17 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3![United Airlines logo]()
$228
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/192:15 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Thu 3/265:10 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$229
Best flights from Des Moines to HoustonDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Houston that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Houston that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/37:52 am
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 38m
United Airlines
Tue 3/108:17 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/192:15 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Thu 3/265:10 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/175:20 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop5h 22m
Delta
Sat 3/2810:06 am
HOU
- DSM
1 stop6h 27m
Delta
Deal found 2/2![Delta logo]()
$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/223:04 pm
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 36m
United Airlines
Tue 4/288:13 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31![United Airlines logo]()
$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:15 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop4h 05m
Southwest
Sun 3/15:15 am
HOU
- DSM
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1710:28 am
DSM
- IAH
1 stop8h 00m
Delta
Sat 3/285:23 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop5h 25m
Delta
Deal found 2/2![Delta logo]()
$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/73:04 pm
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 36m
United Airlines
Sat 4/118:13 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/223:15 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Tue 4/286:40 am
HOU
- DSM
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31![Southwest logo]()
$234
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:10 am
DSM
- HOU
2 stops10h 18m
Delta
Tue 4/286:00 am
HOU
- DSM
1 stop7h 55m
Delta
Deal found 1/31![Delta logo]()
$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/282:59 pm
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 38m
United Airlines
Sun 3/15:00 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop5h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31![United Airlines logo]()
$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/113:04 pm
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 36m
United Airlines
Sat 4/187:20 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop7h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1![United Airlines logo]()
$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/35:24 am
DSM
- HOU
1 stop6h 56m
Delta
Tue 3/105:22 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop5h 16m
Delta
Deal found 2/1![Delta logo]()
$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/712:00 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop9h 25m
Southwest
Sat 4/116:15 am
HOU
- DSM
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$264
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/234:40 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Thu 2/267:25 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1![Southwest logo]()
$268
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to HoustonDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Houston. Data last updated February 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Houston. Data last updated February 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/237:17 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop5h 16m
Frontier
Thu 2/266:39 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$148
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/27:17 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop23h 57m
Frontier
Thu 3/56:39 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$173
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/22:59 pm
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 38m
United Airlines
Sat 3/78:17 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1![United Airlines logo]()
$209
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/27:17 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop5h 16m
Frontier
Mon 3/99:15 pm
IAH
- DSM
1 stop12h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$223
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/36:55 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop5h 14m
United Airlines
Tue 3/106:20 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop7h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1![United Airlines logo]()
$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/57:27 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop26h 34m
Frontier
Wed 3/116:45 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop12h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$155
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/57:15 am
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 37m
United Airlines
Thu 3/128:17 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3![United Airlines logo]()
$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/78:21 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop11h 37m
Frontier
Tue 3/105:49 pm
IAH
- DSM
2 stops25h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/98:21 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop28h 18m
Frontier
Mon 3/169:43 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop9h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/187:27 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop4h 31m
American Airlines
Wed 3/256:00 am
HOU
- DSM
1 stop4h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1![American Airlines logo]()
$230
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/192:15 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Thu 3/268:05 am
HOU
- DSM
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/227:00 am
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 38m
United Airlines
Sat 3/288:17 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$222
One-way flights from Des Moines to HoustonSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Houston. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Houston. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/78:21 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop11h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$105
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/188:21 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop12h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$107
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/84:40 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$115
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/223:15 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1![Southwest logo]()
$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/87:00 am
DSM
- IAH
2 stops49h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$144
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:20 am
DSM
- IAH
1 stop5h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1![United Airlines logo]()
$150
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/202:15 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$154
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/116:40 am
DSM
- HOU
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$155
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/912:45 pm
DSM
- HOU
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1![Southwest logo]()
$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1012:05 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2![Southwest logo]()
$170
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1710:40 am
DSM
- IAH
1 stop9h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2![Frontier logo]()
$170
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/127:32 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop14h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1![Frontier logo]()
$173
Find 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 February 3, 2026.
Round-trip from | $148 (Frontier) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $105 (Expedia) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $353 |
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Tue 3/3
7:52 am-10:30 am
Nonstop2h 38m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Tue 3/10
8:17 pm-10:44 pm
Nonstop2h 27m
$209
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Wed 4/22
3:04 pm-5:40 pm
Nonstop2h 36m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Tue 4/28
8:13 pm-10:43 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
$209
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Tue 4/7
3:04 pm-5:40 pm
Nonstop2h 36m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sat 4/11
8:13 pm-10:43 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
$209
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Sat 2/28
2:59 pm-5:37 pm
Nonstop2h 38m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sun 3/1
5:00 am-10:53 am
1 stop5h 53m
$219
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Sat 4/11
3:04 pm-5:40 pm
Nonstop2h 36m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sat 4/18
7:20 am-2:28 pm
1 stop7h 08m
$219
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - HOU
DSMHOU
Des Moines
Thu 3/19
2:15 pm-11:10 pm
1 stop8h 55m
Houston Hobby
Thu 3/26
5:10 pm-10:20 pm
1 stop5h 10m
$229
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - HOU
DSMHOU
Des Moines
Tue 3/17
5:20 pm-10:42 pm
1 stop5h 22m
Houston Hobby
Sat 3/28
10:06 am-4:33 pm
1 stop6h 27m
$229
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - HOU
DSMHOU
Des Moines
Thu 2/26
6:15 pm-10:20 pm
1 stop4h 05m
Houston Hobby
Sun 3/1
5:15 am-10:55 am
1 stop5h 40m
$229
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Tue 3/17
10:28 am-6:28 pm
1 stop8h 00m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sat 3/28
5:23 am-10:48 am
1 stop5h 25m
$229
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - HOU
DSMHOU
Des Moines
Wed 4/22
3:15 pm-11:20 pm
1 stop8h 05m
Houston Hobby
Tue 4/28
6:40 am-2:05 pm
1 stop7h 25m
$234
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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 30, 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Houston (average of $63). 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 February 3, 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 February 3, 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.
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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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 February 3, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$53 | Average$105 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$154 | Average$228 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$166 | Average$362 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$193 | Average$280 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$209 | Average$329 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |