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Cheap Flights from Houston (HOU) to Des Moines (DSM)

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Des Moines.$121 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jul, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Houston Hobby on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $121, select.
Des Moines.$121 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $121, select.
Des Moines.$129 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $129, select.
Des Moines.$137 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Des Moines on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $137, select.
Des Moines.$384 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Houston Hobby on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.
Des Moines.$441 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $441, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines Airport

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Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:August

Direct flights from Houston Hobby to Des Moines

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Compare routes from Houston Hobby to Des Moines below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Des Moines.

Houston to Des Moines: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$121
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlineAllegiant Air
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Houston Hobby to Des Moines: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Houston Hobby to Des Moines is $121. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Houston Hobby to Des Moines.
Allegiant Air flies direct from Houston Hobby to Des Moines.
As of June 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Houston Hobby to Des Moines.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby to Des Moines is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Des Moines Airport on Sunday, 13 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 12 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Des Moines but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Des Moines is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Des Moines.

Travelling from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Des Moines International Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HOU to DSM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Allegiant Air has direct flights from William P. Hobby Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Des Moines — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Allegiant Air.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from William P. Hobby Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between HOU and DSM:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • Currently, $61 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way William P. Hobby Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $121. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from HOU to DSM, reserve your trip eight months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from William P. Hobby Airport to Des Moines International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HOU to DSM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from William P. Hobby Airport to Des Moines International Airport.

Handy information about William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.

  • William P. Hobby Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from HOU arrive on schedule 81.06% of the time.

  • William P. Hobby Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to HOU? If you're boarding an early flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Des Moines International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines

  • DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • Des Moines International Airport to central Des Moines has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Des Moines International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Des Moines. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Des Moines International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from HOU to DSM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Des Moines, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel around 499 kilometres east to Chicago to check off its leading attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, Milwaukee is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.

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