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

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — DSM
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Houston Hobby to Des Moines are usually found in January or February, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 November 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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October

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$218
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$74
(Frontier)
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/165:58 amHOU - DSM
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/95:39 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$218
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/97:55 amHOU - DSM
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Thu 12/124:10 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$318
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/194:51 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Fri 11/2211:19 amDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 46mDelta
Deal found 11/19$418
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sun 11/249:36 amHOU - DSM
2 stops12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/12:59 pmDSM - HOU
2 stops20h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$933

Find flights from Hobby to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby to Des Moines 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Houston Hobby

Mon 12/16

5:58 am-12:48 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Des Moines

Thu 1/9

5:39 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$218

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HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/3

5:20 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Wed 1/8

12:55 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$303

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/5

6:00 am-1:33 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Des Moines

Mon 12/9

10:23 am-10:51 pm

2 stops12h 28m

$473

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HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/9

10:36 am-4:07 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$74

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HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/9

5:08 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$78

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/12

6:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$114

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HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/12

6:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$164

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HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/9

6:10 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 02m

$263

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hobby to Des Moines in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Houston Hobby Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Houston Hobby Airport-Des Moines 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 Hobby to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Hobby to Des Moines

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Hobby to Des Moines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 44 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 month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines (average of $311). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 HOU to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 46% on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Des Moines, such as American Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,539 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby to Des Moines. 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 into for flights to Des Moines from Houston Hobby?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston Hobby to Des Moines. You should not have trouble finding flights to Des Moines from Houston Hobby; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston Hobby per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Des Moines airport from Houston Hobby. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $218, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and Delta. You may be able to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines for 17% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines are Frontier ($74), Delta ($114), and Southwest ($164).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines (average of $311). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 3 airlines flying from Hobby to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Hobby to Des Moines. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$75Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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