$104 Cheap Flights from Houston (IAH) to Des Moines (DSM)

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Cheap Flights from Houston to Des Moines (IAH-DSM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $104 for one-way flights and $188 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, Apr 30 - Wed, May 7
IAH
Houston
DSM
Des Moines
$188 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 30 from Houston to Des Moines, returning Wed, May 7, priced at $188 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Apr 30 - Mon, May 5
IAH
Houston
DSM
Des Moines
$198 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 30 from Houston to Des Moines, returning Mon, May 5, priced at $198 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, May 5 - Fri, May 9
IAH
Houston
DSM
Des Moines
$208 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 5 from Houston to Des Moines, returning Fri, May 9, priced at $208 found 9 hours ago
United
Sat, May 24 - Mon, May 26
IAH
Houston
DSM
Des Moines
$209 Roundtrip, just found
$209
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Houston to Des Moines, returning Mon, May 26, priced at $209 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Apr 28 - Wed, Apr 30
IAH
Houston
DSM
Des Moines
$218 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$218
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 28 from Houston to Des Moines, returning Wed, Apr 30, priced at $218 found 5 hours ago
United
Fri, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 13
IAH
Houston
DSM
Des Moines
$219 Roundtrip, just found
$219
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from Houston to Des Moines, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $219 just found
United
Wed, May 21 - Sat, May 24
IAH
Houston
DSM
Des Moines
$227 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, May 21 from Houston to Des Moines, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $227 found 16 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Apr 28 - Fri, May 2
IAH
Houston
DSM
Des Moines
$228 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 28 from Houston to Des Moines, returning Fri, May 2, priced at $228 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Mon, May 26
IAH
Houston
DSM
Des Moines
$229 Roundtrip, just found
$229
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Houston to Des Moines, returning Mon, May 26, priced at $229 just found
Delta
Fri, Jul 4 - Fri, Jul 11
IAH
Houston
DSM
Des Moines
$229 Roundtrip, just found
$229
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Jul 4 from Houston to Des Moines, returning Fri, Jul 11, priced at $229 just found

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) start from $209. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving IAH on May 16 2025 and touching down at DSM. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from IAH to DSM?
The cheapest flights from IAH to DSM are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
If you’re departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), you can take a nonstop flight to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from IAH to DSM?
With prices as low as $224 for a one-way flight from IAH to DSM, United is currently the cheapest airline operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from IAH on June 11 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
With an average of 2 nonstop flights departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) daily, you’ll be cruising above the clouds before you know it.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
More travelers fly between IAH and DSM at 11 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it’s quieter? Travel outside of rush hours and it’s possible you’ll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAH to DSM?
If you fly on a Saturday, you’ll get the widest range of choices for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM).
What is the earliest flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 11:55AM UTC-6, leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You’ll be in the air for approximately 2h 20m, arriving at Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) at approximately 2:15PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Typically, it takes 2 hours and 21 minutes to cover the 800 mi from IAH to DSM.
What airline has the least delays from IAH to DSM?
With 81% of flights usually arriving on time, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Select a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Des Moines from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) is the only airport in Des Moines with direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Consider your options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) last-minute?
Booking your flight from IAH to DSM shortly before your getaway is usually more expensive. But if you’re flexible with your schedule, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an IAH to DSM flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking an IAH to DSM flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just secure your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Typically, you can reschedule or cancel your IAH to DSM flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and rules on flight changes, or if you want more details, go to our Customer Service portal.
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