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Frontier Logo
7:17 pm - 12:33 am
DSM
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IAH
5h 16m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:39 am - 6:42 pm
IAH
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DSM
12h 03m
1 stop
$160Frontier
Mon, Feb 23 - Thu, Feb 26
Frontier Logo
8:21 pm - 7:58 am
DSM
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IAH
11h 37m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:15 pm - 9:45 am
IAH
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DSM
12h 30m
1 stop
$179Frontier
Sat, Mar 7 - Wed, Mar 11
Frontier Logo
7:17 pm - 12:33 am
DSM
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IAH
5h 16m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:39 am - 6:42 pm
IAH
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DSM
12h 03m
1 stop
$181Frontier
Mon, Feb 23 - Thu, Feb 26
American Airlines Logo
1:52 pm - 8:42 pm
DSM
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IAH
6h 50m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:31 am - 1:07 pm
IAH
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DSM
6h 36m
1 stop
$201American Airlines
Mon, Mar 23 - Thu, Mar 26
Southwest Logo
7:10 pm - 12:10 am
DSM
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HOU
5h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:50 pm - 8:50 pm
HOU
-
DSM
7h 00m
1 stop
$205Southwest
Thu, Mar 5 - Tue, Mar 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 7:29 am
DSM
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IAH
22h 59m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:56 pm - 7:16 pm
IAH
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DSM
20h 20m
1 stop
$209Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 22 - Fri, Mar 27
Southwest Logo
7:10 pm - 12:10 am
DSM
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HOU
5h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 8:50 pm
HOU
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DSM
6h 10m
2 stops
$210Southwest
Thu, Mar 5 - Tue, Mar 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:21 pm - 10:01 pm
DSM
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IAH
25h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:27 pm - 7:01 pm
IAH
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DSM
27h 34m
1 stop
$217Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 6 - Thu, Mar 12
Delta Logo
5:20 pm - 10:42 pm
DSM
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HOU
5h 22m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 4:54 pm
HOU
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DSM
10h 54m
2 stops
$234Delta
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17
American Airlines Logo
7:27 pm - 11:58 pm
DSM
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HOU
4h 31m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:44 am
HOU
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DSM
4h 44m
1 stop
$250American Airlines
Sat, Mar 28 - Sat, Apr 4

Southwest flights from Des Moines to Houston

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Southwest
Mar 5
DSM7:10 pmDes Moines
5h 00m
1 stop
HOU12:10 amHouston Hobby
Mar 10
HOU1:50 pmHouston Hobby
7h 00m
1 stop
DSM8:50 pmDes Moines
$205
Southwest
Mar 5
DSM7:10 pmDes Moines
5h 00m
1 stop
HOU12:10 amHouston Hobby
Mar 10
HOU2:40 pmHouston Hobby
6h 10m
2 stops
DSM8:50 pmDes Moines
$210
Southwest
Mar 10
DSM3:40 pmDes Moines
4h 40m
1 stop
HOU8:20 pmHouston Hobby
Mar 17
HOU6:10 amHouston Hobby
7h 05m
1 stop
DSM1:15 pmDes Moines
$229

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Houston

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Houston flight tickets
American Airlines
Mar 23
DSM1:52 pmDes Moines
6h 50m
1 stop
IAH8:42 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Mar 26
IAH6:31 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 36m
1 stop
DSM1:07 pmDes Moines
$201
American Airlines
Mar 28
DSM7:27 pmDes Moines
4h 31m
1 stop
HOU11:58 pmHouston Hobby
Apr 4
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
4h 44m
1 stop
DSM10:44 amDes Moines
$250
American Airlines
Mar 28
DSM7:27 pmDes Moines
4h 31m
1 stop
HOU11:58 pmHouston Hobby
Apr 4
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
4h 44m
1 stop
DSM10:44 amDes Moines
$264

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Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

7:17 pm-12:33 am

1 stop5h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/26

6:39 am-6:42 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$160

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

8:21 pm-7:58 am

1 stop11h 37m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/11

9:15 pm-9:45 am

1 stop12h 30m

$179

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

7:17 pm-12:33 am

1 stop5h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/26

6:39 am-6:42 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$181

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Mon 3/23

1:52 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/26

6:31 am-1:07 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$201

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

7:10 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 00m

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/10

1:50 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$205

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sun 3/22

8:30 am-7:29 am

1 stop22h 59m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/27

10:56 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$209

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

7:10 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 00m

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/10

2:40 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$210

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

8:21 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/12

3:27 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop27h 34m

$217

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

5:20 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/17

6:00 am-4:54 pm

2 stops10h 54m

$234

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 3/28

7:27 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/4

6:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop4h 44m

$250

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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 $228. The month of July is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from Des Moines averaging around $233.

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 $86. 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 $279.

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 at noon. Our users have found flights to Houston at noon for as low as $407. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $557. 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 $284 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 $215 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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Fastest flight time

2h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Houston

2 airports
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Houston takes 2h 20m
Direct flights go from Des Moines to Houston every day.
There are 2 airports in Houston. From Des Moines there are direct flights to 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 20m.

  • 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 $53Free CancellationRating
7.2
711 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $154Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,181 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $166Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,280 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $193Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,271 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $209Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,279 reviews
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