What is the cheapest airline that flies from Houston to Iowa?

Frontier, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to Iowa

What airlines fly to Iowa?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Allegiant Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Iowa from Houston according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Iowa. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Iowa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Houston to Iowa on average per day?

As of August 2026, there are 12 flights per day flying from Houston to Iowa. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00PM, with 60% of flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Houston to Iowa on average per week?

As of August 2026, 87 flights take off from Houston and land in Iowa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Iowa?

Prices for flights from Houston to Iowa are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Iowa?

As of August 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Iowa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Iowa?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Houston to Iowa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?

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

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10:30 am - 6:34 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

8h 04m1 stop Denver Intl

8:41 pm - 12:10 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

15h 29m1 stop Denver Intl

$132Frontier

Wed, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 29

10:30 am - 6:34 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

8h 04m1 stop Denver Intl

7:29 pm - 9:35 amOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

14h 06m1 stop Denver Intl

$178Frontier

Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30

10:15 pm - 7:46 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

21h 31m1 stop Denver Intl

9:56 pm - 12:10 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

14h 14m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

$203Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2

3:40 pm - 10:56 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-CID Cedar Rapids

7h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:50 pm - 12:30 amCID Cedar Rapids-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$241United Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

5:00 am - 11:03 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-MLI Moline Quad-City

6h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:03 pm - 11:59 pmMLI Moline Quad-City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

6h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$253American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13

7:00 am - 12:16 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-MLI Moline Quad-City

5h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:09 pm - 11:55 pmMLI Moline Quad-City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

6h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$253Delta

Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7

7:00 am - 12:16 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-MLI Moline Quad-City

5h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:08 am - 5:11 pmMLI Moline Quad-City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

6h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$253Delta

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

8:57 pm - 11:23 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

2h 26mnonstop

2:59 pm - 5:33 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

2h 34mnonstop

$267United Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 14

1:14 pm - 11:53 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-MLI Moline Quad-City

22h 39m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:38 pm - 12:19 pmMLI Moline Quad-City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

21h 41m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$274Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8

6:37 pm - 12:18 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-CID Cedar Rapids

5h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:02 pm - 10:30 pmCID Cedar Rapids-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

4h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$280American Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

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6:30 am - 1:43 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-CID Cedar Rapids

7h 13m1 stop Denver Intl

2:38 pm - 9:19 pmCID Cedar Rapids-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

6h 41m1 stop Denver Intl

$274Frontier

Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Aug 27

6:30 am - 1:34 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines

7h 04m1 stop Denver Intl

2:19 pm - 10:34 amDSM Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

20h 15m1 stop Denver Intl

$310Frontier

Mon, Aug 24 - Fri, Aug 28

5:20 pm - 10:23 pmHOU Houston Hobby-CID Cedar Rapids

5h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 12:16 pmCID Cedar Rapids-HOU Houston Hobby

6h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$351Delta

Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Aug 25

6:10 am - 11:20 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-CID Cedar Rapids

5h 10m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

6:00 am - 11:15 amCID Cedar Rapids-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

5h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$351Delta

Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Aug 25

1:16 pm - 6:10 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-CID Cedar Rapids

4h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:43 pm - 8:40 pmCID Cedar Rapids-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

6h 57m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$356American Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Aug 25

11:55 am - 7:31 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-MLI Moline Quad-City

7h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:44 pm - 8:47 pmMLI Moline Quad-City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

5h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$388United Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 24

6:07 am - 11:13 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-MLI Moline Quad-City

5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:32 pm - 10:20 pmMLI Moline Quad-City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

5h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$388American Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 24

8:05 pm - 10:30 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines

2h 25mnonstop

3:02 pm - 5:25 pmDSM Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

2h 23mnonstop

$394United Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Sep 10

8:00 am - 3:10 pmHOU Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines

7h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:25 pm - 9:45 pmDSM Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby

7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

$469Southwest

Mon, Aug 24 - Fri, Aug 28

5:00 am - 11:25 amHOU Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines

6h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway

5:40 am - 12:55 pmDSM Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby

7h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

$474Southwest

Mon, Aug 24 - Fri, Aug 28

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9:25 am - 11:40 amHOU Houston Hobby-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

2h 15mnonstop

5:25 pm - 7:40 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-HOU Houston Hobby

2h 15mnonstop

$257Southwest

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

8:57 pm - 11:23 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

2h 26mnonstop

2:59 pm - 5:33 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

2h 34mnonstop

$267United Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 14

8:15 am - 10:25 amHOU Houston Hobby-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

2h 10mnonstop

5:25 pm - 7:40 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-HOU Houston Hobby

2h 15mnonstop

$267Southwest

Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22

7:50 pm - 10:15 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines

2h 25mnonstop

6:00 am - 8:24 amDSM Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

2h 24mnonstop

$279United Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4

8:05 pm - 10:30 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines

2h 25mnonstop

3:01 pm - 5:35 pmDSM Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

2h 34mnonstop

$279United Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3

7:50 pm - 10:15 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines

2h 25mnonstop

6:00 am - 8:24 amDSM Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

2h 24mnonstop

$279United Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

8:05 pm - 10:30 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines

2h 25mnonstop

3:02 pm - 5:25 pmDSM Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

2h 23mnonstop

$279United Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12

7:50 pm - 10:15 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-DSM Des Moines

2h 25mnonstop

6:00 am - 8:24 amDSM Des Moines-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

2h 24mnonstop

$279United Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 15

7:50 am - 10:00 amHOU Houston Hobby-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

2h 10mnonstop

7:55 am - 10:20 amOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-HOU Houston Hobby

2h 25mnonstop

$297Southwest

Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2

9:25 am - 11:40 amHOU Houston Hobby-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

2h 15mnonstop

5:25 pm - 7:40 pmOMA Omaha Eppley Airfield-HOU Houston Hobby

2h 15mnonstop

$297Southwest

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 23

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United Airlines

Sep 12

IAH8:57 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

2h 26m

OMA11:23 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Sep 14

OMA2:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

2h 34m

IAH5:33 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$267

United Airlines

Oct 9

IAH7:50 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

2h 25m

DSM10:15 pmDes Moines

Oct 15

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

2h 24m

IAH8:24 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$279

United Airlines

Oct 28

IAH3:40 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

7h 10m

1 stop

DSM10:50 pmDes Moines

Nov 3

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

2h 40m

IAH10:40 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$285

Southwest flights from Houston to Iowa

Our best Southwest deals on Houston to Iowa flight tickets

Southwest

Sep 15

HOU9:25 amHouston Hobby

2h 15m

OMA11:40 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

Sep 22

OMA5:25 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

2h 15m

HOU7:40 pmHouston Hobby

$257

Southwest

Sep 15

HOU11:05 amHouston Hobby

5h 40m

1 stop

OMA4:45 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Sep 22

OMA5:25 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

2h 15m

HOU7:40 pmHouston Hobby

$267

Southwest

Sep 10

HOU8:15 amHouston Hobby

2h 10m

OMA10:25 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

Sep 12

OMA2:15 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

4h 05m

1 stop

HOU6:20 pmHouston Hobby

$277

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

IAHOMA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/7

10:30 am-6:34 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 10/29

8:41 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop15h 29m

$132

HoustonOmaha

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

IAHOMA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/26

10:30 am-6:34 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/30

7:29 pm-9:35 am

1 stop14h 06m

$178

HoustonOmaha

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

IAHOMA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 10/30

10:15 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop21h 31m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 11/2

9:56 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops14h 14m

$203

HoustonCedar Rapids

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - CID Cedar Rapids

IAHCID

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/18

3:40 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Cedar Rapids

Wed 11/25

6:50 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 40m

$241

HoustonMoline

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - MLI Moline Quad-City

IAHMLI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 10/10

5:00 am-11:03 am

1 stop6h 03m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 10/13

5:03 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$253

HoustonMoline

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - MLI Moline Quad-City

IAHMLI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/3

7:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 11/7

5:09 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$253

HoustonMoline

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - MLI Moline Quad-City

IAHMLI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/4

7:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 11/7

11:08 am-5:11 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$253

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IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield

IAHOMA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/12

8:57 pm-11:23 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 9/14

2:59 pm-5:33 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$267

HoustonMoline

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - MLI Moline Quad-City

IAHMLI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/4

1:14 pm-11:53 am

1 stop22h 39m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 11/8

2:38 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop21h 41m

$274

HoustonCedar Rapids

IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl - CID Cedar Rapids

IAHCID

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/8

6:37 pm-12:18 am

1 stop5h 41m

Cedar Rapids

Tue 9/15

6:02 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$280

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Houston to Iowa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

The month of August is another great option to travel to Iowa, with average flight prices from Houston averaging around $299.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Houston to Iowa is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $107. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $166. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Iowa.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Iowa is in the afternoon. Flights from Houston to Iowa during this time can be as low as $137. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $414. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Houston to Iowa flight route?

Fly from Houston Hobby to Des Moines for the best Houston - Iowa flight prices

What cabin class options are available on Houston to Iowa flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Houston to Iowa 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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Best Price Found	$69
Fastest flight time	2h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Iowa	41 airports

The best one-way flight to Iowa from Houston in the past 72 hours is $69. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $132.

The fastest flight from Houston to Iowa takes 2h 10m

Direct flights go from Houston to Iowa every day.

There are 41 airports in Iowa. From Houston there are direct flights to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA), Des Moines (DSM).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Houston to Iowa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Iowa?
Prices for flights from Houston to Iowa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Iowa?
As of August 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Iowa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Iowa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Houston to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The required travel and health documents for your Iowa 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 Iowa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $62	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 676 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $140	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,661 reviews	Search Frontier flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $188	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,961 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,499 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $213	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,104 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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