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$67+ 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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — HOU
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$143
(Priceline)

One-way from

$67
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$296
From Iowa to Houston
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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 September 15, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/262:25 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Mon 9/296:15 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 25mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$143
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/306:00 amOMA - IAH
Nonstop2h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/38:10 pmIAH - OMA
Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$149
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/83:35 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Tue 11/112:35 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$151
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/72:32 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Mon 11/106:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/82:37 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop8h 59mFrontier
Tue 10/1411:36 amIAH - DSM
1 stop26h 16mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$163
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/252:25 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Sun 9/286:15 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 25mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$164
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/183:50 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
Mon 10/205:05 amHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/62:25 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop20h 04mFrontier
Wed 10/86:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$175
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/22:25 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Wed 10/86:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$176
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1912:05 pmDSM - HOU
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Mon 11/243:15 pmHOU - DSM
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/58:15 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop14h 22mFrontier
Mon 12/811:32 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/32:25 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Mon 10/66:15 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 25mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$182

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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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Houston that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Houston

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Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Wed 10/22

4:45 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Houston Hobby

Fri 10/24

7:45 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$167

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

6:20 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/12

5:25 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 00m

$167

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

4:15 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/24

7:55 am-5:35 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$167

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 11/8

6:25 am-5:15 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/11

3:10 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$167

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

3:20 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/23

5:15 am-10:50 am

1 stop5h 35m

$167

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

6:15 pm-12:30 am

1 stop6h 15m

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/12

5:55 am-3:35 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$167

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Tue 12/2

12:05 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Houston Hobby

Sun 12/7

7:50 am-3:30 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$167

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

6:25 am-1:25 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/4

2:00 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$172

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

3:50 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Houston Hobby

Mon 10/20

7:45 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$172

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

3:05 pm-5:32 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 10/20

8:07 pm-10:28 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$209

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Iowa to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Iowa to Houston as you normally would.

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  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Houston?

    For as low as $209, Southwest can have you in Houston from Iowa in 2h 27m. There are 803 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 United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $67. Users have also found prices from $76 and $90 on Southwest and Frontier, 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 $133 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Iowa to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Iowa to Houston

Discover the top 6 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$58Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$89Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$209Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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