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$79+ 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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — DSM
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$143
(Priceline)

One-way from

$79
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$314
From Houston to Iowa
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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 September 17, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/156:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 52mFrontier
Thu 10/162:37 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop8h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$143
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.
Tue 10/76:25 amHOU - DSM
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Sat 10/116:20 amDSM - HOU
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$151
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.
Wed 10/297:15 amHOU - DSM
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Thu 10/304:35 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$167
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.
Fri 10/3110:30 amHOU - DSM
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Sun 11/26:15 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$183
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:15 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 25mFrontier
Mon 10/62:25 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$186
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/146:39 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/213:48 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/146:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/213:48 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/186:00 amHOU - CID
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/255:31 pmCID - HOU
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$192
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/185:00 amIAH - CID
1 stop4h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/251:46 pmCID - IAH
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$192
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/144:41 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/155:00 amDSM - HOU
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/146:23 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/155:00 amDSM - IAH
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$199
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/296:30 amIAH - MLI
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/11:00 pmMLI - IAH
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$203

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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

Fly to

Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/29

5:20 am-9:30 am

1 stop4h 10m

Des Moines

Wed 10/29

4:45 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$151

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/7

6:25 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

6:20 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$151

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/29

7:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

4:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop8h 00m

$167

HoustonCedar Rapids

IAH - CID

IAHCID

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 10/18

5:00 am-9:11 am

1 stop4h 11m

Cedar Rapids

Sat 10/25

1:46 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$192

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/14

4:41 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

5:00 am-9:42 am

1 stop4h 42m

$199

HoustonMoline

IAH - MLI

IAHMLI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/29

6:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 20m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 11/1

1:00 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$203

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Fri 11/21

7:50 am-3:30 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

4:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$206

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 10/18

11:55 am-2:13 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Des Moines

Tue 10/21

6:15 am-8:43 am

Nonstop2h 28m

$209

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/17

11:55 am-2:12 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

8:10 am-10:52 am

Nonstop2h 42m

$209

HoustonDes Moines

IAH - DSM

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 10/18

11:55 am-2:13 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Des Moines

Sun 10/19

6:15 am-8:43 am

Nonstop2h 28m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Iowa

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Houston to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 September 17, 2025.

When flying from Houston to Iowa, 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 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 September 17, 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
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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
699 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Iowa. 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 Houston to Iowa?

    For as low as $151, Southwest can have you in Iowa from Houston in 4h 10m. The distance from Houston to Iowa is about 826 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 Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $80. American Airlines flights start at $115 while deals on Southwest start at $125 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 Hobby - Des Moines or Houston George Bush Intcntl - Omaha Eppley Airfield.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Houston to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$46Average$88FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$124Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$214Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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