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$58+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Houston

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 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — HOU
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The best prices from Des Moines to Houston are usually found in April or July, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Houston (HO1). 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 février 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$212
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$58
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$298
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 20, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
jeu. 3/274:55 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
mar. 4/14:55 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/215:29 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
jeu. 4/247:53 amIAH - DSM
1 stop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/115:59 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop5h 08mDelta
ven. 3/143:10 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Deal found 2/20$223
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
sam. 4/55:29 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
sam. 4/125:00 amHOU - DSM
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 3/222:57 pmDSM - IAH
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
mar. 3/257:20 amIAH - DSM
1 stop7h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$234
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
dim. 3/98:35 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop13h 01mMultiple Airlines
dim. 3/165:08 pmHOU - DSM
Nonstop2h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$238
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 3/161:41 pmDSM - HOU
Nonstop2h 37mAllegiant Air
dim. 3/305:08 pmHOU - DSM
Nonstop2h 09mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/20$246
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
ven. 2/288:41 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop18h 02mFrontier
lun. 3/310:36 amHOU - DSM
1 stop9h 05mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/37:14 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop14h 58mFrontier
ven. 3/78:22 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop22h 35mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/37:00 amDSM - IAH
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
ven. 3/77:55 amIAH - DSM
1 stop14h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
sam. 4/511:27 amDSM - HOU
1 stop9h 55mDelta
sam. 4/126:00 amHOU - DSM
2 stops9h 40mDelta
Deal found 2/19$452

Find flights from Des Moines to Houston within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Houston 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 février 20, 2025.

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Houston

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Price

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

jeu. 3/27

4:55 pm-1:40 am

1 stop8h 45m

Houston Hobby

mar. 4/1

4:55 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$217

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

lun. 4/21

5:29 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jeu. 4/24

7:53 am-12:07 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$217

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

mar. 3/11

5:59 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

ven. 3/14

3:10 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$223

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

sam. 4/5

12:49 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Houston Hobby

sam. 4/12

6:00 am-12:07 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$229

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

sam. 3/22

2:57 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 3/25

7:20 am-2:32 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$234

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

dim. 3/9

8:35 pm-9:36 am

1 stop13h 01m

Houston Hobby

dim. 3/16

5:08 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$238

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

dim. 3/16

1:41 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Houston Hobby

dim. 3/30

5:08 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$246

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

lun. 3/3

7:14 pm-10:12 am

1 stop14h 58m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

ven. 3/7

8:22 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$249

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

lun. 3/3

7:00 am-1:25 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

ven. 3/7

7:55 am-10:32 pm

1 stop14h 37m

$280

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

sam. 4/5

11:27 am-9:22 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Houston Hobby

sam. 4/12

6:00 am-3:40 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$452

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Houston

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Houston. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Houston, you should look to book at least 77 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 Des Moines to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Des Moines to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated février 20, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% on flights from Des Moines to Houston by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Houston by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated février 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Houston. You should not have trouble finding flights to Houston from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Des Moines airport to Houston. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    Frontier, at $216, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Houston.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and American Airlines. Frontier is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $58 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Allegiant Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and American Airlines, with prices starting from $82 and $109, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $109. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $77 on average our data indicates $202 when flying from Des Moines to Houston.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Des Moines to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Houston. 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 février 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$81Average$132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$207Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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