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$57+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Texas

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DSM — DFW
Feb 19 — Feb 261
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Texas

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Texas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Texas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/19:00 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 19m
Allegiant Air
Thu 3/510:12 am
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 09m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/18$113
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/19:00 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 19m
Allegiant Air
Thu 3/126:07 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 09m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/20$114
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/57:00 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 22m
Allegiant Air
Thu 3/126:07 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 09m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/19$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/222:36 pm
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 22m
Allegiant Air
Thu 3/266:34 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 09m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/19$137
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/54:30 pm
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 33m
Allegiant Air
Sun 2/87:53 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/19$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/19:00 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/510:06 am
AUS
-
DSM
1 stop8h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/57:27 pm
DSM
-
AUS
1 stop28h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/126:07 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/167:17 pm
DSM
-
DFW
1 stop14h 28m
Frontier
Wed 2/189:55 pm
DFW
-
DSM
1 stop20h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/237:17 pm
DSM
-
DFW
1 stop19h 53m
Frontier
Thu 2/265:45 am
DFW
-
DSM
1 stop12h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/156:00 am
DSM
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 20m
Allegiant Air
Fri 6/199:10 am
HOU
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/20$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/273:52 pm
DSM
-
DFW
1 stop17h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/65:45 am
DFW
-
DSM
1 stop13h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$178
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/27:17 pm
DSM
-
DFW
1 stop25h 11m
Frontier
Mon 3/94:39 pm
DFW
-
DSM
1 stop17h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19$179

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Texas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Texas flight deals. Data was last updated January 20, 2026.

Round-trip from

$108
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$57
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$323

Good round-trip deal

$111 or less

Good one-way deal

$91 or less
From Des Moines to Texas
One-way flight from Des Moines to Texas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 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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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Texas that are best for you.

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Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

9:00 am-11:19 am

Nonstop2h 19m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 3/12

6:07 pm-8:16 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$114

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

4:30 pm-7:03 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 2/8

7:53 pm-10:09 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$146

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

9:00 am-11:19 am

Nonstop2h 19m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 3/12

8:36 pm-10:05 am

1 stop13h 29m

$185

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

7:52 am-10:30 am

Nonstop2h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/24

7:55 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$209

Des MoinesSan Antonio

DSM - SAT

DSMSAT

Des Moines

Fri 2/27

7:59 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop23h 02m

San Antonio

Fri 3/6

10:05 am-7:16 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$213

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

7:52 am-10:30 am

Nonstop2h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/21

8:30 am-2:27 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$219

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

7:27 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop26h 23m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 3/12

8:36 pm-10:05 am

1 stop13h 29m

$219

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

8:38 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 2/20

10:16 am-6:19 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$219

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Thu 2/26

7:52 am-10:30 am

Nonstop2h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/1

5:00 am-10:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

$219

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

7:17 pm-12:33 am

1 stop5h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/26

6:39 am-6:42 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$221

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Texas (average of $63). Flying from Des Moines to Texas in November is currently the most expensive (average of $142). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Texas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 20, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Texas in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Texas. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Texas

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Texas. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 20, 2026.

The most flights from DSM to USTX are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Texas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Texas. 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 Texas. Reviews last updated January 20, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Texas. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Texas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 2h 19m. Fly via Allegiant Air, United Airlines, or Frontier 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 $50. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, 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: PSA Airlines (100%), Envoy Air (87%), SkyWest Airlines( 80%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $438 for a flight from Des Moines to Texas. The cheapest flight overall is $142 while the most popular route, (Des Moines - Dallas/Fort Worth) is currently priced at $194.

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Texas (average of $63). Flying from Des Moines to Texas in November is currently the most expensive (average of $142). 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 Des Moines to Texas

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Texas. 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 January 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$53Average$135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$71Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$108Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$193Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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