Cheap flights from Des Moines to Houston from $115

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3:30 pm - 5:50 amDSM-IAH
14h 20m1 stop
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5:48 pm - 9:24 amIAH-DSM
15h 36m1 stop
Mon, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 16
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6:15 am - 8:42 amDSM-IAH
2h 27mnonstop
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8:04 pm - 10:28 pmIAH-DSM
2h 24mnonstop
$209United Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 31
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8:44 pm - 11:25 pmDSM-IAH
26h 41m1 stop
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8:08 pm - 8:59 pmIAH-DSM
24h 51m1 stop
$215Frontier
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Fri, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 1
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2:25 pm - 11:39 pmDSM-IAH
9h 14m1 stop
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6:15 am - 1:40 pmIAH-DSM
7h 25m1 stop
$218Frontier
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Thu, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 18
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6:15 am - 8:42 amDSM-IAH
2h 27mnonstop
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5:00 am - 12:23 pmIAH-DSM
7h 23m1 stop
$219United Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 1
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8:44 pm - 11:25 pmDSM-IAH
26h 41m1 stop
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11:29 am - 7:59 pmIAH-DSM
8h 30m1 stop
$225Frontier
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Fri, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 19
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6:30 pm - 11:56 pmDSM-IAH
5h 26m1 stop
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2:20 pm - 8:59 pmIAH-DSM
6h 39m1 stop
$229Delta
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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
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7:08 am - 3:49 pmDSM-IAH
8h 41m2 stops
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2:52 pm - 11:06 pmIAH-DSM
8h 14m1 stop
$233American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
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5:44 am - 12:02 pmDSM-IAH
6h 18m1 stop
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5:31 am - 4:45 pmIAH-DSM
11h 14m2 stops
$234Delta
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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
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7:32 am - 12:36 pmDSM-IAH
5h 04m1 stop
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5:05 am - 9:01 amIAH-DSM
3h 56m1 stop
$249American Airlines
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Thu, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 17

Frontier flights from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Our best Frontier deals on Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight tickets
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Oct 24
DSM8:44 pmDes Moines
26h 41m
1 stop
IAH11:25 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Nov 1
IAH8:08 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
24h 51m
1 stop
DSM8:59 pmDes Moines
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Sep 11
DSM2:25 pmDes Moines
9h 14m
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IAH11:39 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Sep 18
IAH6:15 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
7h 25m
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DSM1:40 pmDes Moines
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Oct 17
DSM8:44 pmDes Moines
26h 41m
1 stop
IAH11:25 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Oct 19
IAH11:29 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
8h 30m
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DSM7:59 pmDes Moines

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

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Sep 13
DSM7:08 amDes Moines
8h 41m
2 stops
IAH3:49 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Sep 20
IAH2:52 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
8h 14m
1 stop
DSM11:06 pmDes Moines
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Aug 14
DSM7:32 amDes Moines
5h 04m
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IAH12:36 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Aug 17
IAH5:05 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
3h 56m
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DSM9:01 amDes Moines
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Aug 20
DSM5:29 pmDes Moines
5h 24m
1 stop
IAH10:53 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Aug 21
IAH6:24 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
5h 00m
1 stop
DSM11:24 pmDes Moines

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DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

3:30 pm-5:50 am

1 stop14h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/16

5:48 pm-9:24 am

1 stop15h 36m

$201

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Thu 8/28

6:15 am-8:42 am

Nonstop2h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/31

8:04 pm-10:28 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$209

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Fri 10/24

8:44 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop26h 41m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 11/1

8:08 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop24h 51m

$215

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Thu 9/11

2:25 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/18

6:15 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$218

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Thu 8/28

6:15 am-8:42 am

Nonstop2h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/1

5:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$219

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Fri 10/17

8:44 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop26h 41m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/19

11:29 am-7:59 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$225

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

6:30 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/3

2:20 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$229

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

7:08 am-3:49 pm

2 stops8h 41m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/20

2:52 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$233

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

5:44 am-12:02 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/3

5:31 am-4:45 pm

2 stops11h 14m

$234

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Thu 8/14

7:32 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/17

5:05 am-9:01 am

1 stop3h 56m

$249

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

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport from Des Moines, with most prices found around $283. If you are unable to visit Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport during the month of August, then departing from Des Moines during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $289.

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 $540. 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 $634.

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 at noon because they tend to be around $598. 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 $368 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 $256 on momondo.

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As of July 2025, prices for Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights are approximately 78% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$115

Fastest flight time

2h 25m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $115. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $201.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport takes 2h 25m
Direct flights go from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport every day.

  • 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 25m, 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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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    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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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,981 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $231Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,900 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 13 times per week, with 8,900 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 $231 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $383 for United Airlines flights on this route.


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