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$49+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Texas

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DSM — DFW
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Texas

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Round-trip from

$86
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$54
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$307

Good round-trip deal

$88 or less

Good one-way deal

$106 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 March 28, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Sun 4/207:30 amDSM - AUS
Nonstop2h 10mAllegiant Air
Thu 4/2410:30 amAUS - DSM
Nonstop2h 07mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/28$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/188:00 amDSM - HOU
Nonstop2h 42mAllegiant Air
Thu 5/2210:02 amHOU - DSM
Nonstop2h 14mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/26$108
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/203:44 pmDSM - AUS
1 stop18h 46mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/2410:30 amAUS - DSM
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$178
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/131:27 pmDSM - HOU
Nonstop2h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/1410:36 amHOU - DSM
1 stop8h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$196
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/287:27 pmDSM - DFW
1 stop13h 40mFrontier
Tue 4/299:47 pmDFW - DSM
1 stop20h 50mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$200
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 7/116:02 amDSM - IAH
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/217:55 pmIAH - DSM
Nonstop2h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Mon 4/2110:22 amDSM - IAH
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Thu 4/244:51 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Deal found 3/26$217
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 4/118:17 pmDSM - AUS
1 stop27h 16mFrontier
Fri 4/186:10 amAUS - DSM
1 stop13h 07mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1611:30 amDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Sat 4/1910:13 amHOU - DSM
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Deal found 3/25$223
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 5/105:27 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/175:00 amHOU - DSM
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/912:49 pmDSM - IAH
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/1612:02 pmIAH - DSM
1 stop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$233
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 5/63:40 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Fri 5/93:45 pmHOU - DSM
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$237

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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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Texas that are best for you.

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Texas

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Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Sun 4/20

7:30 am-9:40 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 4/24

10:30 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$86

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sun 5/18

8:00 am-10:42 am

Nonstop2h 42m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/22

10:02 am-12:16 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$108

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Sun 4/20

3:44 pm-10:30 am

1 stop18h 46m

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 4/24

10:30 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$178

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sun 4/13

1:27 pm-3:53 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/14

10:36 am-7:19 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$196

Des MoinesDallas

DSM - DFW

DSMDFW

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

7:27 pm-9:07 am

1 stop13h 40m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/29

9:47 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$200

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Fri 7/11

6:02 am-8:27 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 7/21

7:55 pm-10:17 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$209

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Mon 4/21

10:22 am-6:31 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/24

4:51 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$217

Des MoinesAustin

DSM - AUS

DSMAUS

Des Moines

Fri 4/11

8:17 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop27h 16m

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 4/18

6:10 am-7:17 pm

1 stop13h 07m

$218

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Wed 4/16

11:30 am-5:48 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/19

10:13 am-4:37 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$223

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 5/10

5:27 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/17

5:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Texas

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Texas (average of $216). Flying from Des Moines to Texas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Texas as you normally would.

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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to USTX are scheduled on a Friday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Texas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Texas 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 Texas when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Texas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Texas, 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 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 March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Texas have to say. 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
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
731 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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 Texas. 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 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.

  • 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 $54. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, 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: Japan Airlines (85%), Finnair (75%), Qatar Airways( 75%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,772 for a flight from Des Moines to Texas. The cheapest flight overall is $148 while the most popular route, (Des Moines - Dallas/Fort Worth) is currently priced at $247.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Texas (average of $216). Flying from Des Moines to Texas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$76Average$152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$111Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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