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$74+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Texas

DSM — DFW
Dec 9 — Dec 161
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Texas

Sun 12/207:00 am -
Nonstop2h 18m
Thu 12/3110:08 am -
Nonstop2h 11m
Deal found 11/5$168
Sun 11/223:57 pm -
Nonstop2h 18m
Sat 12/126:31 pm -
1 stop25h 11m
Deal found 11/5$191
Thu 12/247:00 am -
Nonstop2h 18m
Thu 12/3110:08 am -
Nonstop2h 11m
Deal found 11/9$202
Sun 12/207:00 am -
Nonstop2h 18m
Wed 1/68:15 pm -
1 stop25h 02m
Deal found 11/7$235
Thu 12/248:26 pm -
1 stop12h 48m
Thu 12/316:26 am -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 11/5$238
Sun 12/208:26 pm -
1 stop22h 23m
Thu 12/3110:08 am -
Nonstop2h 11m
Deal found 11/5$255
Sun 12/68:45 pm -
1 stop13h 33m
Sat 12/128:35 pm -
1 stop23h 07m
Deal found 11/4$256
Sun 11/228:28 pm -
1 stop22h 41m
Sat 12/126:31 pm -
1 stop25h 11m
Deal found 11/5$268
Sun 11/223:57 pm -
Nonstop2h 18m
Tue 11/2411:38 am -
Nonstop2h 14m
Deal found 11/9$277
Sun 11/153:27 pm -
Nonstop2h 07m
Thu 11/197:05 pm -
Nonstop2h 13m
Deal found 11/5$278
Mon 12/142:50 pm -
1 stop24h 19m
Thu 12/1710:49 pm -
1 stop21h 56m
Deal found 11/6$281
Thu 12/108:39 pm -
1 stop13h 39m
Sun 12/137:28 am -
1 stop12h 14m
Deal found 11/9$300

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Texas

Round-trip from

$87
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$74
(Super.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$557

Good round-trip deal

$194 or less

Good one-way deal

$86 or less
From Des Moines to Texas
One-way flight from Des Moines to Texas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Texas.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Des Moines to Texas.

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Des MoinesEl Paso

DSM Des Moines - ELP El Paso

DSMELP

Des Moines

Thu 12/10

8:39 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop22h 42m

El Paso

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$125

Des MoinesAustin

DSM Des Moines - AUS Austin Bergstrom

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Thu 12/10

8:39 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop20h 56m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$132

Des MoinesAustin

DSM Des Moines - AUS Austin Bergstrom

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Sun 12/6

8:45 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$149

Des MoinesDallas

DSM Des Moines - DFW Dallas/Fort Worth

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Sun 12/6

8:45 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop16h 44m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$151

Des MoinesAustin

DSM Des Moines - AUS Austin Bergstrom

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Sat 12/5

4:27 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$163

Des MoinesAustin

DSM Des Moines - AUS Austin Bergstrom

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Tue 1/12

3:10 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$163

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM Des Moines - SAT San Antonio

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Fri 12/11

7:32 pm-12:07 am

1 stop4h 35m

San Antonio

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$163

Des MoinesAustin

DSM Des Moines - AUS Austin Bergstrom

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Sat 12/5

3:20 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$163

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM Des Moines - SAT San Antonio

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Wed 1/6

5:23 pm-12:45 am

1 stop7h 22m

San Antonio

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$163

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM Des Moines - SAT San Antonio

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Wed 1/6

9:00 am-4:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

San Antonio

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$163

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Texas

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Texas?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Texas (average of $356). Flying from Des Moines to Texas in November is currently the most expensive (average of $478). 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 TX?

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Texas at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 52% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Texas

The most flights from DSM to USTX are scheduled on a Tuesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Texas?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Texas flights typically cost between $463 and $617 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $209 on Multiple Airlines (Jan 25-Jan 28).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Texas?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Texas, you should look to book at least 84 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Texas?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Texas flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Texas

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAllegiant Air from Des Moines to Texas. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Texas?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Texas. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Texas?

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Texas in 6h 29m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Des Moines and Texas is about 815 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 Des Moines to Texas one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $62. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Texas for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Texas?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Texas?

    Before booking your flight to Texas from Des Moines, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Japan Airlines (87%), Finnair (84%), PSA Airlines( 79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Texas?

    On average you can expect to pay $736 for a flight from Des Moines to Texas. The cheapest flight overall is $162 while the most popular route, (Des Moines - Houston Hobby) is currently priced at $343.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Texas that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Texas flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Texas?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Texas?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Texas 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 Des Moines to Texas?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Texas (average of $356). Flying from Des Moines to Texas in November is currently the most expensive (average of $478). 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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Alternative routes for Des Moines to Texas

Top 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Texas

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$77Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$193Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$228Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$230Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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