$66+ 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 7/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — HOU
Jul 4 — Jul 111
Round-trip
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 June 4, 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 June 4, 2026.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Fri 7/171:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/244:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/4![Allegiant Air logo]()
$83
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/201:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/244:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/4![Allegiant Air logo]()
$89
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/131:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/244:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$96
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/171:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Mon 8/34:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/3![Allegiant Air logo]()
$98
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Mon 7/131:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/174:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/4![Allegiant Air logo]()
$104
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Fri 8/712:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 31m
Allegiant Air
Fri 8/143:58 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 17m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/4![Allegiant Air logo]()
$107
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/61:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Mon 7/134:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$109
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/311:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Mon 8/34:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$111
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/296:00 am
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 20m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/34:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/31![Allegiant Air logo]()
$113
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/12:16 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop10h 28m
Frontier
Wed 7/86:30 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop7h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 6/3![Frontier logo]()
$230
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/152:19 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop20h 15m
Frontier
Wed 7/226:30 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop7h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 6/1![Frontier logo]()
$239
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Wed 9/22:16 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop10h 28m
Frontier
Mon 9/76:30 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop7h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 6/4![Frontier logo]()
$250
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 June 4, 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 June 4, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Fri 9/252:41 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop6h 49m
Delta
Sun 9/279:45 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Deal found 5/31![Delta logo]()
$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 7/17:00 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Sat 7/45:30 am
HOU
- DSM
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/30![Southwest logo]()
$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Sat 6/206:20 am
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 29m
United Airlines
Sun 6/218:17 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2![United Airlines logo]()
$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Thu 6/187:02 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop4h 57m
American Airlines
Sun 6/216:48 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop5h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/30![American Airlines logo]()
$424
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Thu 9/310:59 am
DSM
- IAH
1 stop6h 41m
Delta
Tue 9/86:30 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop7h 37m
Delta
Deal found 6/4![Delta logo]()
$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/293:45 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Thu 7/304:40 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/3![Southwest logo]()
$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Sat 7/410:54 am
DSM
- IAH
2 stops10h 40m
Delta
Sat 7/119:47 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop6h 10m
Delta
Deal found 6/4![Delta logo]()
$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 9/266:15 am
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 27m
United Airlines
Sun 10/47:58 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/31![United Airlines logo]()
$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Fri 8/2810:59 am
DSM
- IAH
2 stops10h 21m
Delta
Mon 8/3110:21 am
IAH
- DSM
2 stops10h 38m
Delta
Deal found 5/31![Delta logo]()
$300
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 7/46:10 am
DSM
- HOU
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Sat 7/112:10 pm
HOU
- DSM
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/4![Southwest logo]()
$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Fri 9/256:15 am
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 27m
United Airlines
Sun 9/275:00 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop5h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 10/246:55 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop5h 35m
United Airlines
Sun 11/18:10 pm
IAH
- DSM
Nonstop2h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/4![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Sat 10/246:20 am
DSM
- IAH
2 stops10h 15m
Delta
Sun 11/15:55 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop7h 32m
Delta
Deal found 6/4![Delta logo]()
$329
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Wed 7/85:20 am
DSM
- HOU
2 stops9h 55m
Southwest
Mon 7/135:30 am
HOU
- DSM
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Fri 8/76:20 am
DSM
- IAH
Nonstop2h 29m
United Airlines
Fri 8/146:15 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop8h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/4![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Mon 6/294:40 pm
DSM
- HOU
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Fri 7/32:45 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/31![Southwest logo]()
$393
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Fri 8/2810:59 am
DSM
- HOU
2 stops11h 06m
Delta
Mon 8/3110:50 am
HOU
- DSM
2 stops10h 09m
Delta
Deal found 5/31![Delta logo]()
$365
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 7/314:40 pm
DSM
- HOU
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Mon 8/36:50 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/4![Southwest logo]()
$393
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Thu 7/305:10 am
DSM
- HOU
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Sun 8/21:50 pm
HOU
- DSM
2 stops10h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/31![Southwest logo]()
$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 9/25:40 am
DSM
- HOU
1 stop6h 36m
Delta
Mon 9/75:20 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop5h 17m
Delta
Deal found 6/4![Delta logo]()
$408
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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.
Fri 6/125:10 am
DSM
- HOU
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Fri 6/126:50 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1![Southwest logo]()
$399
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 7/134:40 pm
DSM
- HOU
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Fri 7/172:45 pm
HOU
- DSM
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/4![Southwest logo]()
$412
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to HoustonDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Houston. Data last updated June 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Houston. Data last updated June 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/296:00 am
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 20m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/34:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/31![Allegiant Air logo]()
$113
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/12:16 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop10h 28m
Frontier
Wed 7/86:30 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop7h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 6/3![Frontier logo]()
$230
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/31:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/104:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/1![Allegiant Air logo]()
$116
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/61:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Mon 7/134:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$109
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/131:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/244:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$96
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Mon 7/131:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/174:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/4![Allegiant Air logo]()
$104
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/152:19 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop20h 15m
Frontier
Wed 7/226:30 am
IAH
- DSM
1 stop7h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 6/1![Frontier logo]()
$239
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Fri 7/171:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/244:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/4![Allegiant Air logo]()
$83
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/171:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Mon 8/34:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/3![Allegiant Air logo]()
$98
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/201:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/244:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/4![Allegiant Air logo]()
$89
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/292:19 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop10h 21m
Frontier
Thu 7/3010:09 pm
IAH
- DSM
1 stop15h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 6/3![Frontier logo]()
$261
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/311:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Mon 8/34:52 pm
HOU
- DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/2![Allegiant Air logo]()
$111
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 June 4, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Houston. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 4, 2026.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/311:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/31![Allegiant Air logo]()
$66
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/31:37 pm
DSM
- HOU
Nonstop2h 25m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/31![Allegiant Air logo]()
$69
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Wed 9/22:16 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop10h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 6/4![Frontier logo]()
$121
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 7/64:40 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$129
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/32:16 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop6h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 5/31![Frontier logo]()
$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 7/54:57 pm
DSM
- IAH
2 stops38h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 7/25:08 pm
DSM
- IAH
2 stops38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$142
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/287:00 pm
DSM
- HOU
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/3![Southwest logo]()
$145
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/295:20 am
DSM
- HOU
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/3![Southwest logo]()
$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/314:40 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$152
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/152:26 pm
DSM
- IAH
1 stop6h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 6/3![Frontier logo]()
$183
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/29:32 am
DSM
- HOU
1 stop5h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/3![American Airlines logo]()
$184
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Round-trip from | $83 (Cheapflightsfares) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $66 (Cheapflightsfares) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $289 |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Fri 9/25
2:41 pm-9:30 pm
1 stop6h 49m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sun 9/27
9:45 am-6:00 pm
1 stop8h 15m
$289
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Thu 9/3
10:59 am-5:40 pm
1 stop6h 41m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Tue 9/8
6:30 am-2:07 pm
1 stop7h 37m
$289
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - HOU
DSMHOU
Des Moines
Wed 7/1
7:00 pm-12:15 am
1 stop5h 15m
Houston Hobby
Sat 7/4
5:30 am-2:30 pm
2 stops9h 00m
$294
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Sat 7/4
10:54 am-9:34 pm
2 stops10h 40m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sat 7/11
9:47 am-3:57 pm
1 stop6h 10m
$294
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Fri 8/28
10:59 am-9:20 pm
2 stops10h 21m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Mon 8/31
10:21 am-8:59 pm
2 stops10h 38m
$300
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Sat 6/20
6:20 am-8:49 am
Nonstop2h 29m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sun 6/21
8:17 pm-10:40 pm
Nonstop2h 23m
$309
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - HOU
DSMHOU
Des Moines
Wed 7/29
3:45 pm-9:45 pm
1 stop6h 00m
Houston Hobby
Thu 7/30
4:40 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop6h 55m
$309
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Sat 10/24
6:20 am-4:35 pm
2 stops10h 15m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sun 11/1
5:55 am-1:27 pm
1 stop7h 32m
$329
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - HOU
DSMHOU
Des Moines
Sat 7/4
6:10 am-1:45 pm
2 stops7h 35m
Houston Hobby
Sat 7/11
2:10 pm-10:55 pm
2 stops8h 45m
$338
Des MoinesHouston
DSM - IAH
DSMIAH
Des Moines
Sat 9/26
6:15 am-8:42 am
Nonstop2h 27m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sun 10/4
7:58 pm-10:23 pm
Nonstop2h 25m
$349
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Houston?
Currently, July 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 $219). 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 June 4, 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.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Houston?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Houston, you should look to book at least 80 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.
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 June 4, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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.
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$64 | Average$128 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$154 | Average$403 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$166 | Average$327 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$209 | Average$331 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$228 | Average$308 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |