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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Houston from $76

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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
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3:50 pm - 10:20 pmDSM-HOU
6h 30m2 stops
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5:20 am - 9:30 amHOU-DSM
4h 10m1 stop
$156Southwest
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Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 14
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 3:15 pmDSM-HOU
8h 55m1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 11:25 amHOU-DSM
6h 00m1 stop
$167Southwest
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Sat, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 12
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6:33 pm - 11:46 pmDSM-HOU
5h 13m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:32 pmHOU-DSM
7h 32m1 stop
$217Delta
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Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 11
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12:30 pm - 11:00 pmDSM-HOU
10h 30m2 stops
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10:13 am - 9:03 pmHOU-DSM
10h 50m2 stops
$227Delta
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Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
5:04 am - 9:33 amDSM-HOU
4h 29m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:40 amHOU-DSM
4h 40m1 stop
$230American Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7
Delta Logo
5:12 pm - 10:37 pmDSM-HOU
5h 25m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:28 pmHOU-DSM
7h 28m1 stop
$233Delta
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Sat, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 7
American Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 9:44 amDSM-HOU
4h 34m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:44 pm - 11:13 pmHOU-DSM
4h 29m1 stop
$249American Airlines
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Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4
American Airlines Logo
3:48 pm - 10:14 pmDSM-HOU
6h 26m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:41 pm - 10:56 pmHOU-DSM
6h 15m1 stop
$264American Airlines
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Sat, Oct 18 - Mon, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:38 amDSM-HOU
4h 38m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:16 pm - 4:49 pmHOU-DSM
4h 33m1 stop
$299American Airlines
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Fri, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 6

Delta flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport 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 11
DSM12:30 pmDes Moines
10h 30m
2 stops
HOU11:00 pmHouston Hobby
Oct 14
HOU10:13 amHouston Hobby
10h 50m
2 stops
DSM9:03 pmDes Moines
$227
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Delta
Oct 4
DSM5:12 pmDes Moines
5h 25m
1 stop
HOU10:37 pmHouston Hobby
Oct 7
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
7h 28m
1 stop
DSM1:28 pmDes Moines
$233
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Southwest flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby Airport 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 - 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 - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

3:50 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/14

5:20 am-9:30 am

1 stop4h 10m

$156

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

6:20 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/12

5:25 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 00m

$167

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 - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

12:30 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/14

10:13 am-9:03 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$227

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 - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

5:12 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/7

6:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$233

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

5:10 am-9:44 am

1 stop4h 34m

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/4

6:44 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$249

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

3:48 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Houston Hobby

Mon 10/20

4:41 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$264

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - HOU

DSMHOU

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

5:00 am-9:38 am

1 stop4h 38m

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/6

12:16 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$299

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston Hobby Airport?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $227. The month of August is another great option to travel to Houston Hobby Airport, with average flight prices from Des Moines averaging around $228.

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

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Houston Hobby Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $88. 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 Hobby Airport on Friday is $259.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Houston Hobby Airport is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport in the evening for as low as $260. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. 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 Hobby flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Houston Hobby Airport from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby Airport from Des Moines for as low as $208 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Des Moines to Houston Hobby flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport.

How have Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport (DSM to HOU) flight deals and tips

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$116

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The best flight deal from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $116
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport.
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  • How far is Des Moines to Houston Hobby by plane?

    The distance between Des Moines and Houston Hobby is about 829.4 mi. Typically, this will take 4h 10m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby 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 Hobby Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport

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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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