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$64+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — HOU
Jan 19 — Jan 261
Mon 1/19
Mon 1/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Houston

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/2011:09 amMLI - HOU
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/35:40 amHOU - MLI
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/2011:09 amMLI - IAH
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/36:00 amIAH - MLI
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$298
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/314:15 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Mon 1/57:50 amHOU - DSM
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/19$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/315:28 pmCID - IAH
1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/35:00 amIAH - CID
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:00 amMLI - IAH
2 stops8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/25:00 amIAH - MLI
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/311:09 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop4h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/46:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/196:50 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Sun 1/185:40 amHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/19$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/193:55 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/186:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:00 amMLI - IAH
2 stops9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/259:26 amIAH - MLI
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$348
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:00 amCID - IAH
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/284:58 pmIAH - CID
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$351
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:50 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Tue 1/62:10 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/236:46 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:05 pmIAH - DSM
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$354

Find flight deals from Iowa to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated December 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$162
(Expedia)

One-way from

$64
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$402
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 December 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Houston that are best for you.

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Cedar RapidsHouston

CID - HOU

CIDHOU

Cedar Rapids

Tue 4/21

7:32 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/25

5:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$191

Cedar RapidsHouston

CID - IAH

CIDIAH

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/28

6:39 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/4

5:22 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$191

Cedar RapidsHouston

CID - IAH

CIDIAH

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/17

3:16 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops8h 42m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/24

6:05 am-2:46 pm

2 stops8h 41m

$201

Cedar RapidsHouston

CID - IAH

CIDIAH

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/24

4:17 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/28

12:15 pm-10:43 pm

2 stops10h 28m

$202

MolineHouston

MLI - IAH

MLIIAH

Moline Quad-City

Sat 1/17

5:06 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/24

5:15 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$203

MolineHouston

MLI - IAH

MLIIAH

Moline Quad-City

Tue 5/5

11:31 am-4:06 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/12

9:02 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$203

Cedar RapidsHouston

CID - IAH

CIDIAH

Cedar Rapids

Wed 2/25

12:23 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops11h 33m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/28

12:15 pm-10:43 pm

2 stops10h 28m

$207

Cedar RapidsHouston

CID - IAH

CIDIAH

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/23

7:20 pm-8:00 am

1 stop12h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/27

5:46 am-6:21 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$213

Cedar RapidsHouston

CID - IAH

CIDIAH

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/7

2:55 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/15

4:43 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$216

Cedar RapidsHouston

CID - IAH

CIDIAH

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/24

2:55 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/1

6:36 am-11:31 am

1 stop4h 55m

$216

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Houston

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Houston?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Houston (average of $63). Flying from Iowa 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 IA to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 December 20, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Houston, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Iowa to Houston?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Iowa to Houston flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Houston?

    For as low as $191, American Airlines can have you in Houston from Iowa in 4h 09m. There are 868 mi between Iowa and Houston. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $57. Users have also found prices from $89 and $91 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Houston?

    The most popular route from Iowa to Houston is Omaha Eppley Airfield - Houston Hobby. You may also consider Des Moines - Houston Hobby or Omaha Eppley Airfield - Houston George Bush Intcntl.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Iowa to Houston?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $116. While the most popular route (Omaha Eppley Airfield - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $180 on average, our data indicates $152 when flying from Iowa to Houston.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Houston?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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 Iowa to Houston?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Houston (average of $63). Flying from Iowa 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 Iowa to Houston

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 December 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$54Average$120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$193Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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