$71 Find Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Galveston

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Cheapest round-trip
$95
Typical prices: $334-$154
Allegiant Air
Mon 7/13Fri 7/24
DSM - HOU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$71
Typical prices: $76-$154
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/3
DSM - HOU • Non-stop
Arrival airport
You can't fly directly to Galveston. It is served by Houston (HOU), located 37.5 miles from Galveston.
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Galveston (DSM-HOU)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Galveston that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Galveston

Mon, Jul 13 - Fri, Jul 24
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1:37 pm - 4:02 pm
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HOU
2h 25mnonstop
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4:52 pm - 7:04 pm
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2h 12mnonstop
$95Allegiant Air
Mon, Jul 13 - Fri, Jul 24
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1:37 pm - 4:02 pm
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4:52 pm - 7:04 pm
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$100Allegiant Air
Mon, Jun 22 - Fri, Jun 26
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6:00 am - 8:20 am
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2h 20mnonstop
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9:10 am - 11:22 am
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2h 12mnonstop
$101Allegiant Air
Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 17
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12:37 pm - 3:08 pm
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2h 31mnonstop
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3:58 pm - 6:15 pm
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2h 17mnonstop
$105Allegiant Air
Fri, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 14
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12:37 pm - 3:08 pm
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2h 31mnonstop
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3:58 pm - 6:15 pm
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$123Allegiant Air
Fri, Jul 10 - Mon, Jul 13
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1:37 pm - 4:02 pm
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2h 25mnonstop
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4:52 pm - 7:04 pm
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$127Allegiant Air
Mon, Jul 27 - Fri, Jul 31
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1:37 pm - 4:02 pm
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2h 25mnonstop
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4:52 pm - 7:04 pm
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$145Allegiant Air
Fri, Jun 19 - Fri, Jun 26
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6:00 am - 8:20 am
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2h 20mnonstop
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9:10 am - 11:22 am
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$147Allegiant Air
Fri, Jun 12 - Mon, Jun 15
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6:00 am - 8:20 am
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9:10 am - 11:22 am
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$167Allegiant Air
Fri, Jun 12 - Mon, Jun 15
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$171Allegiant Air
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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$71
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 58% increase in price.
Flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport

When to book flights from Des Moines to Galveston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Galveston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Des Moines to Galveston

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Des Moines to Galveston?

    When flying out of Des Moines you’ll be using Des Moines. Galveston does not have its own airport so you’ll be flying into nearby Houston Hobby airport, which is 37.5 mi away.

  • How long does a flight from Des Moines to Galveston take?

    Direct flights cover the 826 miles separating Des Moines and Galveston in about 2h 20m.

  • What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly between Des Moines and Galveston?

    Consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Des Moines, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines to Galveston?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Des Moines to Galveston.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Des Moines to Galveston?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Galveston from Des Moines is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Des Moines to Galveston?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Galveston with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Des Moines to Galveston?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Galveston from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Galveston?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest one-way ticket between Des Moines and Galveston found on KAYAK was with Allegiant Air for $57. Allegiant Air offered a round-trip connection from $64 and Delta from $154.

Top tips for finding cheap flights from Des Moines to Galveston

  • There is no airport in Galveston. Instead, you’ll be flying into Houston Hobby Airport when flying between Des Moines and Galveston.
  • The cheapest flight from Des Moines to Galveston was found 7 days before departure, on average.
  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be February, March and April. The cheapest month to fly is July.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving Des Moines to Galveston

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Des Moines to Galveston? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4265 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.6Crew
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
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One major problem that was very unprofessional and uncalled for. Plane landed and we had to wait 20 minutes to get off the plane since they were waiting for someone to come to the gate to drive the jetway. Southwest couldn't have someone available and waiting for the plane to land? Is there only one person in Hobby airport who knows to drive the jetway? Was he at lunch? In the bar? Uncomfortable and uncalled for!

4.0 OkayAnonymous, May 2026
MSY - HOU
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One major problem that was very unprofessional and uncalled for. Plane landed and we had to wait 20 minutes to get off the plane since they were waiting for someone to come to the gate to drive the jetway. Southwest couldn't have someone available and waiting for the plane to land? Is there only one person in Hobby airport who knows to drive the jetway? Was he at lunch? In the bar? Uncomfortable and uncalled for!

Southwest is kind of a slum airline. It’s gotten more expensive over the years for less and less service. I am a Southwest Chase Visa card holder and was forced to choose a seat in the 26th row in the middle seat. However my wife who is a rewards member but doesn’t hold a card or anything else, gets randomly assigned a normally paid seat in row 6! How does that work?

The seat was not comfortable. 1D. My back was sore all night and the next day.

One of the best airlines for fast boarding, on time arrivals, and top notch service!

I elected to pay for the upgrades and found very little difference

The new seating arrangement is so over priced for what you get.

Snacks are always pretzels. Why can't you also offer peanuts ?

Flight was hours late, unable to sit next to spouse, I have had so much better experiences. Substantially better, only saving grace was that it was a short flight.

An entire day of delays. Cost lots of money. Meals and a hotel.

Only downside was the legroom and seat width, which is always a problem unless I spend more for a premium seat.

Planes were clean, no water or snacks on either flight.

Free & relatively fast Wi-Fi. Would've liked a wider drink selection.

I continue to be satisfied with Delta’s excellent service out of LGA. The digit id works well and gets me through security in no time. Whenever possible, I choose Delta.

Was revoked with Jet Blue due to delay from Kenya Air

Enjoyed it very much. Especially liked the free WiFi that Delta offers.

Smooth flight. Left on time, and got in 15 minutes early. Onboard video was great

For some reason, TSA Atlanta didn’t have my bag on the flight on time and they don’t have to provide Delta a reason for that.

WiFi didn’t work on two of four planes. Flight attendants were not overly friendly or welcoming. Planes were extremely slow to board and deplane.

Delta does a great job with entertainment and free wifi. I can still be in touch with my colleagues while in the air.

Aside from a completely packed plane, I really have no complaints.

The flight had a delay but I made it to my connection. Flight was smooth overall

No screens or meal options. Freezing cold. Dirty seats. Left late.

Overall flight was ok. Flight attendant was receptive to assisting passengers with tight connections.

This was the first flight in the morning. We boarded fine. The cabin door was closed and we were ready to go. We were notified by the Captain that ATC issued and ground stop for 40 minutes. So, without even pushing back from the gate, we were already 40 minutes late. We actually were released to push-back and taxi at 30 minutes. But, some passengers had tight connections and were not going to make their connections. Some passengers asked about the delay and the effect on the connections and were told by the cabin attendant that all flights will be delayed and so they should be OK. However, that was not true. My connecting flight was on time and I arrived at IAH with 21 minutes to make my connection. I did and I'm happy about that, but the flight crew should not have given assurances to the passengers who might have missed their connections.

Boarding was again a "free for all". We were boarding group 4, and almost the entire plane was able to board before us. It's a shame that someone who follows the rules, gets the short end of the stick. Not fair.

Fine. The issues I had were associated with luggage being delayed from Turkey to Tanzania

We purchase first class seats for the first time for multiples of standard economy ticket. There was no access to the club lounge and no priority boarding. The meal and the service once on the plane were superior and the seat was nicer, but not worth the price difference. I will be happy to seat in economy and spend the difference on more travel.

It isvvery small flight. No leg room . No space to put my personal item at feet.

My flight was canceled a few hours before boarding. I was rebooked on Copa airlines and missed an important meeting .

Everything was on time and service on the flight was great!

Seats were very uncomfortable and being charged for snacks and water.........

Allegiant actually impressed me, original inbound flight from PBG was so late they gave us a bird inbound from Des Moines and only left 1h late and gained 40 minutes back in the air. Comfortable flight with no frills but no complaints.

Flight was delayed. Crew was good but hot coffee was not available.

Great. No choice for n/a. No food or entertainment options

No food is available without purchasing it and there is no in-flight entertainment. Both of these are OK because we got an inexpensive flight from Allegiant and, otherwise, our experience was excellent.

just had water and there was plenty of leg & seat room. But then i don't weight 220#s!!

Not totally their fault- screaming kids that had zero parent intervention.

It was cold on the flight. The crew was very pleasant. I didn't order any food. We were delayed due to Captain waiting on maintenance log. He kept us informed though. The flight itself was smooth. I would definitely fly with Allegiant again!

I had a fantastic experience with Allegiant. I had wheelchair assistance and they helped me find my luggage and brought me to my car. Even loaded my luggage. Wonderful service!! Thank you Allegiant!

Superb. Staff great. Great flight. As with other airlines, seating too tight and restrictive.

We got delayed getting out of DFW for broken overhead bins. Once the flight got underway the captain kept the seatbelt sign lit the entire flight despite little perceptible turbulence, preventing use of the rest rooms and any sort of refreshment service in the main cabin.

There were flight delays making our flight arrive at our destination after midnight didn’t seem to have enough crew or airplanes for the flights laid over in Dallas should’ve had plenty of time to make it to our next flight only made it because that flight was also delayed because our plane wasn’t even at the airport yet overall have not had a good experience on American

Seat comfort was poor (no lumbar or lower back support).

The passenger in front of of me reclined their seat back all the way the entire flight. Their headrest was in my face the entire flight! I barely had room for the little plastic cup of water to fit on my tray table; can you make the seats and space between the rows any smaller??? You can’t even get up to use the restroom! Worst flight I’ve had in a very long time!

My Frequent Flyer nber wasn't put on as I was told it was..... This resulted in a last group boarding and no priority tags on My bags.

Cancelled the flight half hour before boarding. Then cancelled the connecting flight too.

I would like a refund for the extra cost the seat I paid for. An oversized person sat next to me and I couldn’t fit on my seat and had to move to another seat.

This was a hard flight. 3 delays out of OKC (1 on the Tarmac). Delay in Atlanta coming to Dallas. total travel time was the equivalent of driving from OKC to Atlanta.

Got home at 3am after deboarding the plane. No compensation offered by American

Flights on time w/o delays. However, my baggage was damaged. Ground crew, throws baggage from plane to the baggage carrier, carelessly.

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