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$64+ Cheap flights from Houston to Iowa

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — DSM
nov. 22 — nov. 291
sáb. 11/22
sáb. 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
mié. 12/179:28 amIAH - OMA
1 stop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/65:40 pmOMA - IAH
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$165
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
dom. 10/2611:24 amIAH - OMA
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
vie. 10/3111:40 amOMA - IAH
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Deal found 10/21$168
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
vie. 11/76:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
lun. 11/102:32 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Deal found 10/22$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
jue. 12/44:35 pmIAH - OMA
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/92:53 pmOMA - IAH
Nonstop2h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$180
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
jue. 12/49:05 amHOU - OMA
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/93:35 pmOMA - HOU
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$183
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
jue. 12/46:37 pmIAH - OMA
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/93:10 pmOMA - IAH
1 stop8h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$183
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/76:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
dom. 11/92:32 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Deal found 10/20$188
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/76:00 amIAH - OMA
1 stop14h 06mFrontier
dom. 11/97:46 pmOMA - IAH
1 stop14h 51mFrontier
Deal found 10/20$191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/66:16 amIAH - CID
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/135:53 pmCID - IAH
1 stop4h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$191
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
vie. 10/316:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
dom. 11/22:32 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Deal found 10/23$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
mié. 11/192:09 pmIAH - CID
1 stop29h 37mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/267:02 pmCID - IAH
1 stop13h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$195
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
mié. 12/176:47 pmHOU - OMA
1 stop5h 29mDelta
mar. 1/64:00 pmOMA - HOU
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/22$197

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Houston to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$165
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$64
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$349
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Iowa that are best for you.

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Houston

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Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

HoustonOmaha

IAH - OMA

IAHOMA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

vie. 2/20

6:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 2/23

2:10 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops32h 00m

$173

HoustonOmaha

HOU - OMA

HOUOMA

Houston Hobby

jue. 12/11

6:29 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

sáb. 1/10

5:40 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$183

HoustonCedar Rapids

IAH - CID

IAHCID

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb. 12/6

6:11 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Cedar Rapids

sáb. 12/13

5:53 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$191

HoustonCedar Rapids

IAH - CID

IAHCID

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 11/19

2:09 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop29h 37m

Cedar Rapids

mié. 11/26

7:02 pm-9:01 am

1 stop13h 59m

$195

HoustonOmaha

HOU - OMA

HOUOMA

Houston Hobby

mié. 12/17

6:47 pm-12:16 am

1 stop5h 29m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mar. 1/6

4:00 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$197

HoustonOmaha

HOU - OMA

HOUOMA

Houston Hobby

mar. 2/24

6:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 2/25

7:00 am-12:21 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$197

HoustonOmaha

IAH - OMA

IAHOMA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 3/3

12:30 pm-5:51 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 3/4

6:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$197

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 11/6

6:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Des Moines

dom. 11/9

2:32 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$199

HoustonOmaha

HOU - OMA

HOUOMA

Houston Hobby

jue. 1/8

10:35 am-4:50 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

dom. 1/11

5:40 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$201

HoustonCedar Rapids

IAH - CID

IAHCID

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb. 12/6

5:10 am-3:45 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Cedar Rapids

sáb. 12/13

6:25 am-12:01 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$202

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Iowa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Iowa from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Iowa

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Iowa (average of $45). Flying from Houston to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $226). 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 HOU to IA?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octubre 23, 2025.

When flying from Houston to Iowa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 36% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Iowa. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated octubre 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Iowa, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,991 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,028 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
694 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Houston to Iowa?

    For as low as $183, Frontier can have you in Iowa from Houston in 4h 39m. The distance from Houston to Iowa is about 806 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $73. Frontier flights start at $81 while deals on Delta start at $99 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Iowa (average of $45). Flying from Houston to Iowa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $226). 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 Houston to Iowa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Iowa. 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 octubre 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$46Average$88FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$124Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$214Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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