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$170+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Hobby (HOU)

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — HOU
Jan 24 — Jan 311
Sat 1/24
Sat 1/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Houston Hobby are usually found in May or August, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 25, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/314:15 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Wed 1/72:10 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/24$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Mon 12/296:50 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Sun 1/185:40 amHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/25$344
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/314:15 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Fri 1/92:10 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/25$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Wed 12/313:28 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:40 amHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/25$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/3011:32 amDSM - HOU
1 stop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/15:40 amHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/24$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Sun 12/286:50 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Sun 1/44:15 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/24$479

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Hobby (HOU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$170
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$406

Good round-trip deal

$116 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Hobby 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 December 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

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Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

5:51 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/4

12:47 pm-5:06 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$229

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

3:20 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/29

2:35 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$229

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

5:16 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/11

5:45 am-10:41 am

1 stop4h 56m

$229

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 2/7

12:25 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops10h 08m

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/14

5:25 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$234

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

12:25 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops10h 08m

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/4

11:09 am-4:28 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$234

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Fri 1/9

4:00 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/11

6:36 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$269

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

6:50 pm-12:55 am

1 stop6h 05m

$170

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

12:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$170

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sun 3/15

7:28 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$366

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sun 3/15

6:15 am-4:36 pm

2 stops10h 21m

$945

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Deals found on 12/25

Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Hobby

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Hobby in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Houston Hobby Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Houston Hobby Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Houston Hobby Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Hobby

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Hobby. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 35 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $63). Flying from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 25, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 62% on flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Hobby. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated December 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,114 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,056 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
702 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

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

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

    If you book a flight to Houston Hobby from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines. There are 0 flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Airlines like American Airlines, Southwest, and Delta fly from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport in about 4h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 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 flying from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport round-trip from $53. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $154, and Southwest, from $166. Allegiant Air is currently priced 81% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Allegiant Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $57. American Airlines flights start at $89 while deals on Southwest start at $91 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $116. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $209 on average, our data indicates $152 when flying from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $63). Flying from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 Des Moines to Hobby

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Hobby. 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 December 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$54Average$120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$193Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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