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Cheap flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines from $104

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6:00 am - 7:42 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines
13h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:26 pm - 12:42 amDSM  Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
28h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$273Frontier
Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 20
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12:20 pm - 8:45 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines
8h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:26 pm - 9:14 amDSM  Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
12h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
$319Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20
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12:20 pm - 8:45 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines
8h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:26 pm - 9:13 amDSM  Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
12h 47m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$321Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20
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6:56 pm - 11:05 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines
4h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:23 am - 9:56 amDSM  Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
4h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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4:21 pm - 1:05 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines
20h 44m1 stop Orlando
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8:28 pm - 9:42 amDSM  Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
13h 14m1 stop Denver Intl
$327Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:00 pm - 10:21 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines
2h 21mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:40 amDSM  Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 40mnonstop
$339United Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 20
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8:05 pm - 10:30 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines
2h 25mnonstop
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3:01 pm - 5:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 34mnonstop
$339United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:10 pm - 10:33 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines
2h 23mnonstop
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8:00 am - 10:33 amDSM  Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 33mnonstop
$339United Airlines
Sat, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 21
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5:06 pm - 12:33 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines
7h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:43 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
4h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 28
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5:11 pm - 12:26 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines
7h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:23 am - 1:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14

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Frontier flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines

Our best Frontier deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines flight tickets
Frontier
Dec 13
IAH6:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
13h 42m
1 stop
DSM7:42 pmDes Moines
Dec 20
DSM8:26 pmDes Moines
28h 16m
1 stop
IAH12:42 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
$273
Frontier
Oct 30
IAH6:40 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
12h 55m
1 stop
DSM7:35 pmDes Moines
Nov 2
DSM8:30 pmDes Moines
28h 12m
1 stop
IAH12:42 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
$328
Frontier
Oct 26
IAH10:31 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
8h 59m
1 stop
DSM7:30 pmDes Moines
Nov 2
DSM8:30 pmDes Moines
13h 22m
1 stop
IAH9:52 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
$358

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

Our best American Airlines deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Nov 18
IAH6:56 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
4h 09m
1 stop
DSM11:05 pmDes Moines
Nov 22
DSM5:23 amDes Moines
4h 33m
1 stop
IAH9:56 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
$325
American Airlines
Nov 2
IAH5:11 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
7h 15m
1 stop
DSM12:26 amDes Moines
Nov 3
DSM3:31 pmDes Moines
5h 03m
1 stop
IAH8:34 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$365
American Airlines
Nov 22
IAH6:55 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
5h 24m
1 stop
DSM12:19 amDes Moines
Nov 25
DSM7:11 amDes Moines
11h 04m
1 stop
IAH6:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$405

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - DSM Des Moines

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 12/13

6:00 am-7:42 pm

1 stop13h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 12/20

8:26 pm-12:42 am

1 stop28h 16m

$273

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - DSM Des Moines

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 12/18

12:20 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 12/20

8:26 pm-9:14 am

1 stop12h 48m

$319

HoustonDes Moines

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - DSM Des Moines

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 12/18

12:20 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 12/20

8:26 pm-9:13 am

2 stops12h 47m

$321

HoustonDes Moines

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - DSM Des Moines

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/18

6:56 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Des Moines

Sun 11/22

5:23 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 33m

$325

HoustonDes Moines

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - DSM Des Moines

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/17

4:21 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 44m

Des Moines

Sun 11/22

8:28 pm-9:42 am

1 stop13h 14m

$327

HoustonDes Moines

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - DSM Des Moines

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 12/13

8:00 pm-10:21 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Des Moines

Sun 12/20

6:00 am-8:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$339

HoustonDes Moines

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - DSM Des Moines

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/18

8:05 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 11/22

3:01 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$339
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HoustonDes Moines

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - DSM Des Moines

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/13

8:10 pm-10:33 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

Des Moines

Sun 3/21

8:00 am-10:33 am

Nonstop2h 33m

$339

HoustonDes Moines

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - DSM Des Moines

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/9

5:06 pm-12:33 am

1 stop7h 27m

Des Moines

Mon 12/28

7:43 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$359

HoustonDes Moines

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - DSM Des Moines

IAHDSM

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 11/12

5:11 pm-12:26 am

1 stop7h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 11/14

7:23 am-1:30 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$359

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Des Moines?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $300 to $638.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $273.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in November, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines during January average around $396.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $107. Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $166. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines in the afternoon for as low as $137. 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 $457. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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How have Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2026, prices for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines flights are approximately 408% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$104

Fastest flight time

2h 19m

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Airports in Des Moines

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The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in the past 72 hours is $104. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $273.
The fastest flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines takes 2h 19m
Direct flights go from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines every day.
There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines

  • How far is Houston George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Des Moines is 806.5 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 2h 19m.

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

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $188Free CancellationRating
7.0
12,190 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
7.3
10,419 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines

    United Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines, operating 3 flights/week on average for this route. A good United Airlines flight deal for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Des Moines starts from $237 round-trip, up to an average price of $482. Our users have rated United Airlines at 7.3/10.

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