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$155+ 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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — HOU
Jan 29 — Feb 51
Wed 1/29
Wed 2/5
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The best prices from Des Moines to Houston Hobby are usually found in April or July, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Hobby

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 January 24, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$155
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$294

Good round-trip deal

$155 or less
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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 January 24, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 3/85:29 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/1510:15 amHOU - DSM
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/244:50 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Wed 2/266:25 amHOU - DSM
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 1/23$237
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 4/188:17 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop15h 20mFrontier
Mon 4/2110:36 amHOU - DSM
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
Deal found 1/23$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Sat 2/84:15 pmDSM - HOU
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Tue 2/1110:50 amHOU - DSM
1 stop6h 46mDelta
Deal found 1/23$279
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Thu 3/131:41 pmDSM - HOU
Nonstop2h 37mAllegiant Air
Sun 3/165:08 pmHOU - DSM
Nonstop2h 09mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/22$286
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Thu 5/228:30 amDSM - HOU
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/2510:02 amHOU - DSM
Nonstop2h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$306

Find flights from Des Moines to Hobby within your budget

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 January 24, 2025.

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Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 3/8

5:29 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Houston Hobby

Sat 3/15

10:15 am-4:36 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$229

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

4:50 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/26

6:25 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$237

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Fri 4/18

8:17 pm-11:37 am

1 stop15h 20m

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/21

10:36 am-7:19 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$244

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 2/8

4:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/11

10:50 am-5:36 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$279

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Thu 3/13

1:41 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/16

5:08 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$286

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Thu 5/22

8:30 am-10:10 am

2 stops25h 40m

Houston Hobby

Sun 5/25

10:02 am-12:16 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$306

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Wed 1/29

4:00 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$155

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Wed 1/29

6:30 am-5:42 pm

2 stops11h 12m

$160

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Wed 3/5

5:39 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$210

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Fri 3/14

8:17 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop23h 07m

$619

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Deals found on 1/23

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Des Moines-Houston Hobby Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Hobby

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

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 January 17, 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 77 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 24, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 58% 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 Sunday mornings 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 Hobby by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby Airport when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Hobby by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston Hobby Airport, 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 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 January 24, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Houston, such as Delta and Southwest. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,644 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,644 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,644 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,507 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,644 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
799 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,644 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,644 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,440 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,644 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Hobby. 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 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 6 different airlines.

  • 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 $229. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $237, and Frontier, from $244. American Airlines is currently priced 20% 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 Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $155. Delta flights start at $160 while deals on American Airlines start at $210 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 $72. While the most popular route (Des Moines - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $113 on average our data indicates $166 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby

Discover the top 6 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 January 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$76Average$129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$207Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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