What airlines fly to Des Moines?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Allegiant Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Texas according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Texas to Des Moines on average per day?

18 flights are operational daily from Texas to Des Moines as of June 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 2:00PM, with 45% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Texas to Des Moines on average per week?

As of June 2026, 130 flights take off from Texas and land in Des Moines each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Texas, such as Dallas or Austin, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 1h 54m and 2h 10m, respectively.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Texas to Des Moines?

Allegiant Air, Frontier, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Texas to Des Moines

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Texas to Des Moines Airport?

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There are 5 operators available for flights from Texas to Des Moines Airport as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Texas to Des Moines Airport?

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 Texas 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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3:58 pm - 6:15 pm

HOU

DSM

2h 17mnonstop

12:37 pm - 3:08 pm

DSM

HOU

2h 31mnonstop

$86Allegiant Air

Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 17

10:57 am - 1:08 pm

AUS

DSM

2h 11mnonstop

8:00 am - 10:07 am

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AUS

2h 07mnonstop

$87Allegiant Air

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13

6:30 am - 1:34 pm

IAH

DSM

7h 04m

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2:19 pm - 12:40 am

DSM

IAH

10h 21m

1 stop

$225Frontier

Wed, Aug 5 - Fri, Aug 7

7:55 pm - 9:00 pm

IAH

DSM

25h 05m

1 stop

8:38 pm - 12:58 pm

DSM

IAH

16h 20m

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$228Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 24

8:43 pm - 12:59 pm

IAH

DSM

16h 16m

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9:21 pm - 12:27 pm

DSM

IAH

15h 06m

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$233Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 4 - Fri, Aug 7

6:30 am - 1:34 pm

IAH

DSM

7h 04m

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2:19 pm - 9:14 pm

DSM

IAH

6h 55m

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$235Frontier

Wed, Jul 29 - Fri, Jul 31

5:20 am - 10:43 am

DFW

DSM

5h 23m

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4:11 pm - 11:59 pm

DSM

DFW

7h 48m

1 stop

$287Delta

Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 22

6:52 pm - 12:25 am

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DSM

5h 33m

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DSM

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5h 16m

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$311American Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 11

5:49 am - 1:45 pm

ELP

DSM

6h 56m

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5:12 am - 9:19 am

DSM

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5h 07m

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$316American Airlines

Sat, Jul 25 - Sat, Aug 1

6:30 am - 2:04 pm

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DSM

7h 34m

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2:54 pm - 9:04 pm

DSM

SAT

6h 10m

1 stop

$317Delta

Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 11

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Allegiant Air flights from Texas to Des Moines

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Allegiant Air

Aug 14

HOU3:58 pmHouston Hobby

2h 17m

DSM6:15 pmDes Moines

Aug 17

DSM12:37 pmDes Moines

2h 31m

HOU3:08 pmHouston Hobby

$86

Allegiant Air

Sep 10

AUS10:57 amAustin Bergstrom

2h 11m

DSM1:08 pmDes Moines

Sep 13

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

2h 07m

AUS10:07 amAustin Bergstrom

$87

Allegiant Air

Aug 14

HOU3:58 pmHouston Hobby

2h 17m

DSM6:15 pmDes Moines

Aug 17

DSM12:37 pmDes Moines

2h 31m

HOU3:08 pmHouston Hobby

$90

Frontier flights from Texas to Des Moines

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Aug 5

IAH6:30 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

7h 04m

1 stop

DSM1:34 pmDes Moines

Aug 7

DSM2:19 pmDes Moines

10h 21m

1 stop

IAH12:40 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$225

Frontier

Jul 29

IAH6:30 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

7h 04m

1 stop

DSM1:34 pmDes Moines

Jul 31

DSM2:19 pmDes Moines

6h 55m

1 stop

IAH9:14 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$235

Frontier

Jul 30

ELP6:08 pmEl Paso

18h 26m

1 stop

DSM1:34 pmDes Moines

Aug 5

DSM2:19 pmDes Moines

27h 54m

1 stop

ELP5:13 pmEl Paso

$239

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3:58 pm-6:15 pm

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12:37 pm-3:08 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$86

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Thu 9/10

10:57 am-1:08 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

Des Moines

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Nonstop2h 07m

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6:30 am-1:34 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Des Moines

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2:19 pm-12:40 am

1 stop10h 21m

$225

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7:55 pm-9:00 pm

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1 stop16h 20m

$228

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8:43 pm-12:59 pm

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1 stop15h 06m

$233

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 7/29

6:30 am-1:34 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Des Moines

Fri 7/31

2:19 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$235

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Wed 8/19

5:20 am-10:43 am

1 stop5h 23m

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

4:11 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$287

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SATDSM

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Wed 8/5

6:52 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 33m

Des Moines

Tue 8/11

6:33 am-11:49 am

1 stop5h 16m

$311

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ELP - DSM

ELPDSM

El Paso

Sat 7/25

5:49 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Des Moines

Sat 8/1

5:12 am-9:19 am

1 stop5h 07m

$316

San AntonioDes Moines

SAT - DSM

SATDSM

San Antonio

Wed 8/5

6:30 am-2:04 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Des Moines

Tue 8/11

2:54 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$317

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in July, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Texas to Des Moines during August average around $48.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Texas to Des Moines is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $417. Flights from Texas to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $567. 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 morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Texas to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $439. 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 afternoon because they tend to be around $526. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Texas to Des Moines flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Texas to Des Moines?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Des Moines from Texas when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Des Moines for around $459 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Des Moines from Texas for as low as $273 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Texas to Des Moines 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	$61
Fastest flight time	1h 54m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Texas in the past 72 hours is $61. The best round-trip flight deal from Texas to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $96.

The fastest flight from Texas to Des Moines takes 1h 54m

Direct flights go from Texas to Des Moines every day.

There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Texas there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Texas to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Texas to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Texas to Des Moines Airport?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Texas to Des Moines Airport as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Texas to Des Moines Airport?
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 Texas 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Texas to Des Moines?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Texas to Des Moines is Airbus A319, representing 26.14% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 23.76%, Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 20.79%, and Embraer 175 at 12.28%.

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Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $58	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 693 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
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