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$76+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Texas

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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DFW
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Texas

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Round-trip from

$114
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$76
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$296

Good round-trip deal

$116 or less

Good one-way deal

$68 or less
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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 September 17, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:49 pmDSM - AUS
Nonstop2h 16mAllegiant Air
Thu 11/207:26 pmAUS - DSM
Nonstop2h 10mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/14$114
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/254:38 pmDSM - AUS
Nonstop2h 09mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/287:37 pmAUS - DSM
Nonstop2h 11mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/16$132
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/62:32 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Mon 11/106:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$143
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.
Thu 10/232:37 pmDSM - AUS
1 stop9h 56mFrontier
Thu 10/306:00 amAUS - DSM
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$143
This Bravofly 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/305:34 pmDSM - AUS
Nonstop2h 12mAllegiant Air
Thu 11/68:55 pmAUS - DSM
Nonstop2h 08mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/14$152
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 11/62:32 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Sun 11/96:00 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$153
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 10/302:32 pmDSM - AUS
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
Thu 11/66:00 amAUS - DSM
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$153
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/152:37 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Wed 10/227:35 amDFW - DSM
1 stop6h 17mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$156
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/234:34 pmDSM - AUS
Nonstop2h 12mAllegiant Air
Thu 10/308:36 pmAUS - DSM
Nonstop2h 07mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/16$157
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/222:37 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Thu 10/235:10 amDFW - DSM
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$163
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/62:32 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Sat 11/810:41 pmDFW - DSM
1 stop15h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$165
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 10/116:20 amDSM - HOU
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Sun 10/125:25 amHOU - DSM
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$167

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Texas 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 17, 2025.
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

Thu 9/25

4:38 pm-6:47 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 9/28

7:37 pm-9:48 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$145

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

5:34 pm-7:46 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 11/6

8:55 pm-11:03 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

$152

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

2:34 pm-12:32 am

1 stop9h 58m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 11/16

6:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$153

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

2:32 pm-12:32 am

1 stop10h 00m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 11/6

6:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$153

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

Tue 10/28

3:00 pm-12:15 am

1 stop9h 15m

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/30

2:35 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$167

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

3:20 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/17

5:55 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$167

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Wed 10/22

2:37 pm-12:33 am

1 stop9h 56m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 10/23

7:36 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$171

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 - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 11/1

3:48 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/8

12:13 pm-4:51 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$179

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Texas

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Texas (average of $216). Flying from Des Moines to Texas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 September 17, 2025.

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

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 September 17, 2025.
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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
699 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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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  • 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 09m. Fly via Allegiant Air, Frontier, or Southwest 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 Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $76. However, be on the lookout for offers from Allegiant Air and Frontier, 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?

    Most travelers choose Des Moines - Dallas/Fort Worth, Des Moines - Houston Hobby or Des Moines - Houston George Bush Intcntl when deciding on the best route 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: Envoy Air (82%), Japan Airlines (79%), PSA Airlines( 78%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,002 for a flight from Des Moines to Texas. The cheapest flight overall is $128 while the most popular route, (Des Moines - Dallas/Fort Worth) is currently priced at $193.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Texas (average of $216). Flying from Des Moines to Texas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$58Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$120Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$148Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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