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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Houston from $76

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Frontier Logo
2:32 pm - 11:39 pmDSM-IAH
9h 07m1 stop
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6:00 am - 1:47 pmIAH-DSM
7h 47m1 stop
$143Frontier
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Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 8:00 pmDSM-HOU
4h 10m1 stop
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7:15 am - 4:00 pmHOU-DSM
8h 45m1 stop
$151Southwest
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Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 14
United Airlines Logo
11:31 am - 5:15 pmDSM-IAH
5h 44m1 stop
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6:30 am - 12:19 pmIAH-DSM
5h 49m1 stop
$183United Airlines
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Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 14
United Airlines Logo
6:08 am - 8:35 amDSM-IAH
2h 27mnonstop
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5:00 am - 10:32 amIAH-DSM
5h 32m1 stop
$196United Airlines
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Fri, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 12
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8:15 pm - 10:37 amDSM-IAH
14h 22m1 stop
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4:42 pm - 10:21 pmIAH-DSM
29h 39m1 stop
$206Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:41 am - 8:55 amDSM-IAH
22h 14m1 stop
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6:00 am - 1:52 pmIAH-DSM
7h 52m1 stop
$207Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 8
Delta Logo
6:33 pm - 11:46 pmDSM-HOU
5h 13m1 stop
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6:00 am - 1:32 pmHOU-DSM
7h 32m1 stop
$217Delta
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Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 11
Delta Logo
4:59 pm - 11:17 pmDSM-IAH
6h 18m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:02 am - 5:03 pmIAH-DSM
6h 01m1 stop
$217Delta
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
5:04 am - 9:33 amDSM-HOU
4h 29m1 stop
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6:00 am - 10:40 amHOU-DSM
4h 40m1 stop
$230American Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 4:17 pmDSM-IAH
8h 17m2 stops
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6:23 pm - 11:16 pmIAH-DSM
4h 53m1 stop
$234American Airlines
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Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Oct 29

Delta flights from Des Moines to Houston

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Houston flight tickets
Delta
Nov 9
DSM6:33 pmDes Moines
5h 13m
1 stop
HOU11:46 pmHouston Hobby
Nov 11
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
7h 32m
1 stop
DSM1:32 pmDes Moines
$217
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Delta
Oct 31
DSM3:30 pmDes Moines
6h 04m
1 stop
IAH9:34 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Nov 1
IAH5:45 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
11h 07m
2 stops
DSM4:52 pmDes Moines
$222
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Delta
Nov 19
DSM6:17 amDes Moines
8h 48m
1 stop
IAH3:05 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Nov 23
IAH5:15 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
5h 27m
1 stop
DSM10:42 amDes Moines
$223
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Southwest flights from Des Moines to Houston

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Houston flight tickets
Southwest
Oct 11
DSM3:50 pmDes Moines
4h 10m
1 stop
HOU8:00 pmHouston Hobby
Oct 14
HOU7:15 amHouston Hobby
8h 45m
1 stop
DSM4:00 pmDes Moines
$151
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Southwest
Oct 11
DSM3:50 pmDes Moines
6h 30m
2 stops
HOU10:20 pmHouston Hobby
Oct 14
HOU5:20 amHouston Hobby
4h 10m
1 stop
DSM9:30 amDes Moines
$156
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Southwest
Oct 11
DSM6:20 amDes Moines
8h 55m
1 stop
HOU3:15 pmHouston Hobby
Oct 12
HOU5:25 amHouston Hobby
6h 00m
1 stop
DSM11:25 amDes Moines
$167
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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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
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Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Mon 11/3

2:32 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 11/10

6:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$143

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

3:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/14

7:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$151

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

11:31 am-5:15 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/14

6:30 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$183

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Fri 10/10

6:08 am-8:35 am

Nonstop2h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/12

5:00 am-10:32 am

1 stop5h 32m

$196

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

8:15 pm-10:37 am

1 stop14h 22m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/10

4:42 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop29h 39m

$206

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

10:41 am-8:55 am

1 stop22h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/8

6:00 am-1:52 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$207

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

6:33 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/11

6:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$217

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Tue 12/2

4:59 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/9

11:02 am-5:03 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$217

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

5:04 am-9:33 am

1 stop4h 29m

Houston Hobby

Fri 11/7

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

$230

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

8:00 am-4:17 pm

2 stops8h 17m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/29

6:23 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$234

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Houston

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston from Des Moines, with most prices found around $227. The month of August is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from Des Moines averaging around $228.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Houston?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Houston from Des Moines is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $88. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Houston on Friday is $259.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Houston?

Our data shows that the cheapest Des Moines to Houston flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Houston in the evening for as low as $260. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $565. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Des Moines to Houston flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Houston?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Houston from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston for around $287 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Houston from Des Moines for as low as $208 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Des Moines to Houston flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Des Moines to Houston flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Des Moines to Houston

Fastest flight time

2h 27m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Houston

1 airport
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Houston takes 2h 27m
Direct flights go from Des Moines to Houston every day.
There is 1 airport near Houston: Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
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  • How far is Des Moines to Houston by plane?

    There are 822.4 mi between Des Moines and Houston. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 27m.

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

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Houston are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Houston?

    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.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston?

    The required travel and health documents for your Houston trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Houston. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Houston

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Allegiant AirPriceFrom $58Free CancellationRating
7.2
699 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $120Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,174 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $192Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $209Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,924 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $209Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,957 reviews
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