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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Houston from $117

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8:17 pm - 10:55 pm
DSM
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IAH
26h 38m1 stop
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10:31 am - 7:23 pm
IAH
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DSM
8h 52m1 stop
$171Frontier
Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
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8:17 pm - 6:39 pm
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IAH
22h 22m2 stops
Frontier Logo
6:35 am - 7:23 pm
IAH
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DSM
12h 48m1 stop
$199Frontier
Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
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3:04 pm - 5:43 pm
DSM
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IAH
2h 39mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:09 pm - 10:30 pm
IAH
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DSM
2h 21mnonstop
$209United Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Fri, Jan 30
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7:17 pm - 12:33 am
DSM
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IAH
5h 16m1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:39 am - 6:32 pm
IAH
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DSM
11h 53m1 stop
$218Frontier
Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Feb 23
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8:10 am - 10:52 am
DSM
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IAH
2h 42mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 2:33 pm
IAH
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DSM
7h 13m1 stop
$219United Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Fri, Jan 30
Frontier Logo
8:18 pm - 12:35 am
DSM
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IAH
28h 17m1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:35 am - 7:23 pm
IAH
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DSM
12h 48m1 stop
$221Frontier
Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
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7:00 am - 9:38 am
DSM
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IAH
2h 38mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:17 pm - 10:44 pm
IAH
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DSM
2h 27mnonstop
$222United Airlines
Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 15
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8:17 pm - 7:36 pm
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IAH
23h 19m1 stop
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9:33 pm - 3:40 pm
IAH
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DSM
18h 07m1 stop
$226Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 14
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3:04 pm - 5:43 pm
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2h 39mnonstop
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8:09 pm - 10:30 pm
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2h 21mnonstop
$228United Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 18
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5:51 pm - 10:49 pm
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5:00 am - 10:50 am
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$229American Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 19

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

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American Airlines
Jan 31
DSM5:51 pmDes Moines
4h 58m
1 stop
IAH10:49 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Feb 7
IAH6:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
4h 50m
1 stop
DSM10:50 amDes Moines
$230
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American Airlines
Jan 31
DSM11:35 amDes Moines
5h 30m
1 stop
IAH5:05 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Feb 7
IAH8:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
8h 24m
2 stops
DSM4:24 pmDes Moines
$235
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American Airlines
Jan 31
DSM7:00 amDes Moines
10h 05m
2 stops
IAH5:05 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Feb 7
IAH8:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
8h 24m
2 stops
DSM4:24 pmDes Moines
$241
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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

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United Airlines
Jan 24
DSM3:04 pmDes Moines
2h 39m
IAH5:43 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Jan 30
IAH8:09 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
2h 21m
DSM10:30 pmDes Moines
$209
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United Airlines
Jan 24
DSM8:10 amDes Moines
2h 42m
IAH10:52 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
Jan 30
IAH7:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
7h 13m
1 stop
DSM2:33 pmDes Moines
$219
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United Airlines
Jan 16
DSM8:10 amDes Moines
2h 42m
IAH10:52 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
Jan 19
IAH8:09 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
2h 21m
DSM10:30 pmDes Moines
$222
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Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

8:17 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop26h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/19

10:31 am-7:23 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$171

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

8:17 pm-6:39 pm

2 stops22h 22m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/19

6:35 am-7:23 pm

1 stop12h 48m

$199

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

3:04 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/30

8:09 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$209

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

7:17 pm-12:33 am

1 stop5h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/23

6:39 am-6:32 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$218

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

8:10 am-10:52 am

Nonstop2h 42m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/30

7:20 am-2:33 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$219

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Fri 1/16

8:18 pm-12:35 am

1 stop28h 17m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/19

6:35 am-7:23 pm

1 stop12h 48m

$221

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

7:00 am-9:38 am

Nonstop2h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/15

8:17 pm-10:44 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

$222

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

8:17 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop23h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/14

9:33 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop18h 07m

$226

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

3:04 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/18

8:09 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$228

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

5:51 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/19

5:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop5h 50m

$229

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport from Des Moines, with most prices found around $262. If you are unable to visit Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport during the month of October, then departing from Des Moines during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $279.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $518. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport on Sunday is $626.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in the evening for as low as $293. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $571. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport for around $353 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport from Des Moines for as low as $239 on momondo.

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As of December 2025, prices for Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights are approximately 12% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$273

Fastest flight time

2h 36m

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The best one-way flight to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $273. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $436.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport takes 2h 36m
Direct flights go from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport every day.
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  • How far is Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl by plane?

    There are 806.5 mi between Des Moines and Houston George Bush Intcntl. Flights usually cover this in 2h 36m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

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    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $209Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,091 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $228Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,054 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $228Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,005 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

    United Airlines flies from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport around 6 times per week, with 9,091 momondo users rating the airline 7.4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in the last 72 hours was $209 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $366 for United Airlines flights on this route.

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