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$58+ 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DFW
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Texas

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Round-trip from

$90
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$58
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$379

Good round-trip deal

$116 or less

Good one-way deal

$127 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 November 13, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/144:21 pmDSM - AUS
Nonstop2h 15mAllegiant Air
Wed 12/315:49 pmAUS - DSM
Nonstop2h 10mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/12$90
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/44:21 pmDSM - AUS
Nonstop2h 15mAllegiant Air
Sun 12/77:26 pmAUS - DSM
Nonstop2h 10mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/12$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/127:58 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop28h 11mFrontier
Mon 12/157:00 amDFW - DSM
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$130
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:58 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop28h 11mFrontier
Mon 12/87:00 amDFW - DSM
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Deal found 11/10$135
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 11/165:49 pmDSM - AUS
Nonstop2h 16mAllegiant Air
Thu 11/207:26 pmAUS - DSM
Nonstop2h 10mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/10$138
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Wed 11/262:00 pmDSM - SAT
1 stop24h 28mFrontier
Fri 11/287:00 amSAT - DSM
1 stop12h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Tue 12/232:35 pmDSM - ELP
1 stop21h 54mFrontier
Fri 1/212:24 pmELP - DSM
1 stop6h 20mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 11/232:43 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop8h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/245:25 pmDFW - DSM
1 stop20h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 12/57:58 pmDSM - DFW
2 stops22h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/87:00 amDFW - DSM
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$166
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/42:56 pmDSM - AUS
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/77:26 pmAUS - DSM
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$172
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/144:21 pmDSM - AUS
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/315:51 pmAUS - DSM
2 stops49h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/127:58 pmDSM - DFW
2 stops14h 41mFrontier
Sun 12/1410:38 pmDFW - DSM
1 stop20h 25mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$186

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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 November 13, 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

Sun 12/14

4:21 pm-6:36 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 12/31

5:49 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$90

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

4:21 pm-6:36 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 12/18

7:26 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$106

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

4:21 pm-6:36 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 12/7

7:26 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$106

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

2:56 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 12/7

7:26 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$172

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Sun 12/14

4:21 pm-6:36 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 12/31

5:51 pm-7:44 pm

2 stops49h 53m

$179

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

2:56 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 12/18

7:26 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$193

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

8:19 pm-9:24 am

2 stops13h 05m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 11/24

5:25 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop20h 06m

$202

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Tue 12/9

2:53 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/16

11:55 am-2:12 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

$209

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

2:53 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 12/15

8:08 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$209

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

8:15 am-10:56 am

Nonstop2h 41m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/17

8:08 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Texas

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Cheapflights Insights

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Texas (average of $59). Flying from Des Moines to Texas in November is currently the most expensive (average of $146). 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 November 13, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Texas in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% 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 December 16, 2024.

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. Monday mornings 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 November 13, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to USTX are scheduled on a Thursday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 November 13, 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

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,017 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,051 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
698 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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

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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 15m. 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 $114. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, 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 (87%), PSA Airlines (83%), Japan Airlines( 80%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $412 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 $164.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Texas (average of $59). Flying from Des Moines to Texas in November is currently the most expensive (average of $146). 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$58Average$143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$85Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$115Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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