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

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

What airlines fly to Houston?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Allegiant Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Houston from Iowa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Houston. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Houston on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Houston?

Average flight duration from Iowa to Houston depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport is 2h 25m on average, while flying from Cedar Rapids to Houston Hobby Airport is 5h 43m on average. Houston Hobby Airport is the most popular airport in Houston.

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

The number of flights available between Iowa and Houston is 57 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 25% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

8 flights are operational daily from Iowa to Houston as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 60% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

Prices for flights from Iowa to Houston were last updated today.

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

There are 6 operators available for flights from Iowa to Houston as of December 2025.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Iowa to Houston.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Houston 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 Houston. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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4:35 pm - 10:55 pm

OMA

IAH

6h 20m1 stop

6:45 am - 12:16 pm

IAH

OMA

5h 31m1 stop

$162Frontier

Mon, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 8

7:24 pm - 3:52 pm

OMA

IAH

20h 28m1 stop

6:39 am - 6:34 pm

IAH

OMA

11h 55m1 stop

$167Frontier

Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Feb 23

7:32 pm - 11:41 pm

CID

HOU

4h 09m1 stop

5:00 am - 12:00 pm

HOU

CID

7h 00m1 stop

$191American Airlines

Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, Apr 25

1:37 pm - 5:45 pm

CID

IAH

4h 08m1 stop

6:06 am - 12:00 pm

IAH

CID

5h 54m1 stop

$191American Airlines

Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, Apr 25

7:20 pm - 8:00 am

CID

IAH

12h 40m1 stop

4:22 pm - 6:21 pm

IAH

CID

25h 59m1 stop

$199Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Thu, Feb 26

5:06 pm - 10:33 pm

MLI

HOU

5h 27m1 stop

11:09 am - 4:26 pm

HOU

MLI

5h 17m1 stop

$200Delta

Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24

5:06 pm - 11:56 pm

MLI

IAH

6h 50m1 stop

5:15 pm - 10:33 pm

IAH

MLI

5h 18m1 stop

$200Delta

Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24

3:04 pm - 5:43 pm

DSM

IAH

2h 39mnonstop

8:09 pm - 10:30 pm

IAH

DSM

2h 21mnonstop

$209United Airlines

Sat, Jan 24 - Mon, Jan 26

7:27 pm - 9:36 am

DSM

IAH

14h 09m1 stop

4:22 pm - 10:51 pm

IAH

DSM

30h 29m1 stop

$216Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 26 - Wed, Mar 4

8:10 am - 10:52 am

DSM

IAH

2h 42mnonstop

7:20 am - 2:33 pm

IAH

DSM

7h 13m1 stop

$219United Airlines

Sat, Jan 24 - Fri, Jan 30

American Airlines flights from Iowa to Houston

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American Airlines

Mar 25

CID7:24 pmCedar Rapids

4h 34m

1 stop

HOU11:58 pmHouston Hobby

Apr 4

HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby

6h 39m

1 stop

CID12:39 pmCedar Rapids

$191

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American Airlines

Feb 25

MLI12:41 pmMoline Quad-City

7h 20m

1 stop

IAH8:01 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

Feb 28

IAH6:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

4h 35m

1 stop

MLI10:35 amMoline Quad-City

$203

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American Airlines

Feb 25

MLI5:59 amMoline Quad-City

9h 14m

2 stops

IAH3:13 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

Feb 28

IAH6:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

4h 35m

1 stop

MLI10:35 amMoline Quad-City

$208

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Delta flights from Iowa to Houston

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Delta

Feb 3

CID4:17 pmCedar Rapids

6h 58m

1 stop

IAH11:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

Feb 7

IAH6:36 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

7h 36m

1 stop

CID2:12 pmCedar Rapids

$197

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Delta

Jan 17

MLI5:06 pmMoline Quad-City

5h 27m

1 stop

HOU10:33 pmHouston Hobby

Jan 24

HOU11:09 amHouston Hobby

5h 17m

1 stop

MLI4:26 pmMoline Quad-City

$200

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Delta

Feb 3

CID4:17 pmCedar Rapids

6h 58m

1 stop

IAH11:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

Feb 11

IAH5:15 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

10h 20m

2 stops

CID3:35 pmCedar Rapids

$202

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OmahaHouston

OMA - IAH

OMAIAH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 1/5

4:35 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/8

6:45 am-12:16 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$162

OmahaHouston

OMA - IAH

OMAIAH

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 2/20

7:24 pm-3:52 pm

1 stop20h 28m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/23

6:39 am-6:34 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$167

Cedar RapidsHouston

CID - HOU

CIDHOU

Cedar Rapids

Tue 4/21

7:32 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/25

5:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$191

Cedar RapidsHouston

CID - IAH

CIDIAH

Cedar Rapids

Tue 4/21

1:37 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop4h 08m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/25

6:06 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$191

Cedar RapidsHouston

CID - IAH

CIDIAH

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/23

7:20 pm-8:00 am

1 stop12h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/26

4:22 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop25h 59m

$199

MolineHouston

MLI - HOU

MLIHOU

Moline Quad-City

Sat 1/17

5:06 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/24

11:09 am-4:26 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$200

MolineHouston

MLI - IAH

MLIIAH

Moline Quad-City

Sat 1/17

5:06 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/24

5:15 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$200

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

3:04 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/26

8:09 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$209

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Thu 2/26

7:27 pm-9:36 am

1 stop14h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/4

4:22 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop30h 29m

$216

Des MoinesHouston

DSM - IAH

DSMIAH

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

8:10 am-10:52 am

Nonstop2h 42m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/30

7:20 am-2:33 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$219

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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 Iowa, with most prices found around $228. The month of August is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from Iowa 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 Iowa is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $87. 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 Iowa 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 $561. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Iowa to Houston flight route?

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Houston from Iowa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston for around $286 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Houston from Iowa for as low as $192 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Iowa 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 24m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Houston	2 airports

The fastest flight from Iowa to Houston takes 2h 24m

Direct flights go from Iowa to Houston every day.

There are 2 airports in Houston. From Iowa there are direct flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), Houston Hobby (HOU).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Houston?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Houston were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Houston?
There are 6 operators available for flights from Iowa to Houston as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Houston?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Iowa to Houston.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Houston 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 Houston. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to Houston

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Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $54	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 700 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $156	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,004 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $166	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,250 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $193	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $209	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,090 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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