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$79+ 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 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — HOU
abr 22 — abr 291
ter 4/22
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1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Houston are usually found in May or July, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday 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 abril 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$88
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$79
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$259
From Des Moines to Houston
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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 abril 17, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 5/158:00 amDSM - HOU
Nonstop2h 42mAllegiant Air
dom 5/1811:32 amHOU - DSM
Nonstop2h 14mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/16$88
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 4/307:27 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop28h 26mFrontier
qua 5/76:52 amIAH - DSM
1 stop11h 38mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$185
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 5/286:00 amDSM - IAH
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
dom 6/18:00 pmIAH - DSM
Nonstop2h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 5/2810:32 amDSM - IAH
1 stop20h 57mMultiple Airlines
dom 6/18:24 amIAH - DSM
1 stop15h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$216
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb 5/3112:50 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
sáb 6/72:30 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$228
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ter 5/204:45 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
qua 5/216:10 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sex 5/165:30 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop5h 27mDelta
dom 5/186:37 amIAH - DSM
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/15$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 5/188:00 amDSM - HOU
Nonstop2h 42mMultiple Airlines
dom 5/259:16 amHOU - DSM
2 stops14h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sex 5/235:27 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
dom 5/256:40 amIAH - DSM
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb 5/315:35 amDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 42mDelta
sáb 6/76:00 amHOU - DSM
2 stops11h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/16$424

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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 abril 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Houston that are best for you.

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Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

qui 5/15

8:00 am-10:42 am

Nonstop2h 42m

Houston Hobby

dom 5/18

11:32 am-1:46 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$88

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

qua 4/30

7:27 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop28h 26m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

qua 5/7

6:52 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 38m

$185

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

qua 5/28

6:00 am-8:25 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom 6/1

8:00 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$209

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

qua 5/28

10:32 am-7:29 am

1 stop20h 57m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom 6/1

8:24 am-11:27 pm

1 stop15h 03m

$216

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

sáb 5/31

12:50 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Houston Hobby

sáb 6/7

2:30 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$228

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

ter 5/20

4:45 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Houston Hobby

qua 5/21

6:10 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$229

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

sex 5/16

5:30 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom 5/18

6:37 am-12:27 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$229

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

dom 5/18

8:00 am-10:42 am

Nonstop2h 42m

Houston Hobby

dom 5/25

9:16 am-11:27 pm

2 stops14h 11m

$234

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

sex 5/23

5:27 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom 5/25

6:40 am-1:28 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$237

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

sáb 5/31

5:35 am-12:17 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Houston Hobby

sáb 6/7

6:00 am-5:03 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$424

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Houston

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 April 11, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Houston, you should look to book at least 57 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 abril 17, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 56% 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 at noon 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 abril 17, 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
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

    Allegiant Air, at $88, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Houston.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and United Airlines. Allegiant Air is currently priced 70% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $79 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 Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $115 and $155, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $78. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $88 on average our data indicates $98 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 abril 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$76Average$127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$120Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$209Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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