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Cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines from $127

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6:05 am - 1:10 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
7h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:45 pm - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$265Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:05 am - 1:10 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
7h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 2:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$288Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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7:45 am - 5:00 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
9h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:15 pm - 12:30 amDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$306Southwest
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21
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9:15 am - 5:20 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
8h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:05 pm - 10:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
10h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$329Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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12:20 pm - 8:40 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
8h 20m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
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12:05 pm - 10:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
10h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$335Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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1:50 pm - 10:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
8h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
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5:40 pm - 12:15 amDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$353Southwest
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21
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1:50 pm - 10:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
8h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
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7:15 pm - 12:30 amDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$353Southwest
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21
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7:55 am - 3:50 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
7h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:10 pm - 11:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
11h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$366Southwest
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20
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9:58 am - 2:39 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
4h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:27 pm - 10:34 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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2:07 pm - 6:54 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
4h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 11:05 amDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$454American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

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American Airlines flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Nov 3
HOU9:58 amHouston Hobby
4h 41m
1 stop
DSM2:39 pmDes Moines
Nov 7
DSM6:27 pmDes Moines
4h 07m
1 stop
HOU10:34 pmHouston Hobby
$399
American Airlines
Nov 9
HOU2:07 pmHouston Hobby
4h 47m
1 stop
DSM6:54 pmDes Moines
Nov 12
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
5h 05m
1 stop
HOU11:05 amHouston Hobby
$454
American Airlines
Nov 7
HOU5:02 pmHouston Hobby
6h 28m
1 stop
DSM11:30 pmDes Moines
Jan 2
DSM7:38 pmDes Moines
4h 18m
1 stop
HOU11:56 pmHouston Hobby
$459

Delta flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Nov 12
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
10h 49m
2 stops
DSM4:49 pmDes Moines
Nov 14
DSM6:13 amDes Moines
10h 16m
2 stops
HOU4:29 pmHouston Hobby
$369
Delta
Nov 3
HOU6:09 amHouston Hobby
8h 16m
2 stops
DSM2:25 pmDes Moines
Nov 7
DSM12:25 pmDes Moines
10h 38m
2 stops
HOU11:03 pmHouston Hobby
$409
Delta
Nov 7
HOU5:28 pmHouston Hobby
5h 05m
1 stop
DSM10:33 pmDes Moines
Jan 2
DSM12:36 pmDes Moines
10h 39m
2 stops
HOU11:15 pmHouston Hobby
$614

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HOU Houston Hobby - DSM Des Moines

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Houston Hobby

Thu 11/12

6:05 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Des Moines

Sat 11/14

12:45 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$265

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HOU Houston Hobby - DSM Des Moines

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Houston Hobby

Thu 11/12

6:05 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Des Moines

Sat 11/14

7:00 am-2:50 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$288

HoustonDes Moines

HOU Houston Hobby - DSM Des Moines

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/18

7:45 am-5:00 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Des Moines

Mon 12/21

7:15 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 15m

$306

HoustonDes Moines

HOU Houston Hobby - DSM Des Moines

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/7

9:15 am-5:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Des Moines

Wed 11/11

12:05 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$329

HoustonDes Moines

HOU Houston Hobby - DSM Des Moines

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/7

12:20 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Des Moines

Wed 11/11

12:05 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$335

HoustonDes Moines

HOU Houston Hobby - DSM Des Moines

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/18

1:50 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 12/21

5:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 35m

$353

HoustonDes Moines

HOU Houston Hobby - DSM Des Moines

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/18

1:50 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 12/21

7:15 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 15m

$353

HoustonDes Moines

HOU Houston Hobby - DSM Des Moines

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Fri 11/13

7:55 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Des Moines

Fri 11/20

12:10 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$366
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HoustonDes Moines

HOU Houston Hobby - DSM Des Moines

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/3

9:58 am-2:39 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Des Moines

Sat 11/7

6:27 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$399

HoustonDes Moines

HOU Houston Hobby - DSM Des Moines

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/9

2:07 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Des Moines

Thu 11/12

6:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 05m

$454

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

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $310 to $482.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $265.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in June, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines during May average around $269.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Houston Hobby 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 Hobby 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 Hobby 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.

What is the cheapest Houston Hobby to Des Moines flight route?

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines flights?

You could potentially save up to 44% on your flight if you consider stops on a Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines flight.

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

As of October 2026, prices for Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines flights are approximately 77% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$127

Fastest flight time

2h 19m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Houston Hobby Airport in the past 72 hours is $127. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $265.
The fastest flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines takes 2h 19m
There are no direct flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines

  • How far is Houston Hobby to Des Moines by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Houston Hobby to Des Moines is 829.4 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 19m.

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

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

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    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 Hobby 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.

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

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

Best airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines

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Allegiant AirPriceFrom $62Free CancellationRating
7.3
677 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $213Free CancellationRating
7.3
10,424 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $228Free CancellationRating
7.0
12,195 reviews
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