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

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Sat, 1 Nov - Sun, 2 Nov
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
AU$325 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$325
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 1 Nov from Des Moines to Houston, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at AU$325 found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 25 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
AU$349 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$349
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 25 Nov from Des Moines to Houston, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at AU$349 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, 1 Nov - Sun, 2 Nov
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
AU$363 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$363
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 1 Nov from Des Moines to Houston, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at AU$363 found 6 days ago
Delta
Sat, 1 Nov - Sun, 2 Nov
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
AU$378 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$378
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, 1 Nov from Des Moines to Houston, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at AU$378 found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 25 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
AU$386 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$386
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 25 Nov from Des Moines to Houston, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at AU$386 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, 1 Nov - Sun, 2 Nov
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
AU$393 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$393
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 1 Nov from Des Moines to Houston, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at AU$393 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, 1 Nov - Sun, 2 Nov
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
AU$423 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$423
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 1 Nov from Des Moines to Houston, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at AU$423 found 6 days ago
United
Tue, 25 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
AU$426 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$426
Return
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 25 Nov from Des Moines to Houston, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at AU$426 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, 1 Nov - Sun, 2 Nov
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
AU$430 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$430
Return
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 1 Nov from Des Moines to Houston, returning Sun, 2 Nov, priced at AU$430 found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 25 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
AU$432 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$432
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 25 Nov from Des Moines to Houston, returning Tue, 2 Dec, priced at AU$432 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Houston (IAH)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$213 - AU$623 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Round-trip journeys from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) start from AU$325. This is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book today to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
We get that your situation can change unexpectedly, so we've made it as easy as possible for you to cancel your trip online. Just head to the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for DSM to IAH flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to IAH?
That movie you've been desperate to see will have to wait — the flight distance between Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) (DSM) and IAH (IAH) is only 1 300 kilometres. The captain will be instructing you to put your seat upright for landing before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to IAH?
Flying straight from DSM to Houston Airport is a breeze with United Airlines (UA). This top airline operates 60 flights every month.
Are DSM to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices always go up and down, so it's no sure thing. While last-minute deals between DSM and IAH are possible, it's also a good idea to keep an eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some airlines publish their prices up to 12 months before the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the best bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to book when fare prices drop.

Travel information

Origin airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Return price
AU$325
Distance
1285 km
Average flight time
2 hours 27 mins

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