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Cheapest round-trip
$224
Typical prices: $136-$288
Southwest
Sun 10/21Wed 10/24
DSM - HOU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$126
Typical prices: $89-$249
Southwest
Fri 10/5
DSM - HOU • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Houston Hobby Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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July
Cheapest • 39% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $308 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 4h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Hobby (DSM-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Hobby

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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2:30 pm - 9:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:40 pm - 10:05 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
7h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$224Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:35 pm - 11:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 1:40 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$224Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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2:30 pm - 9:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:00 pm - 8:50 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
7h 50m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
$229Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:35 am - 2:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Memphis
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6:00 am - 1:40 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$229Southwest
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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7:42 pm - 11:49 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:51 am - 3:11 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
5h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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11:35 am - 4:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:27 pm - 10:38 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
5h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
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11:35 am - 4:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:27 pm - 10:38 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
5h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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4:07 pm - 11:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:09 am - 4:55 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
10h 46m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$344Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
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7:40 pm - 11:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:19 pm - 11:12 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
4h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 1
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6:14 am - 11:11 amDSM  Des Moines-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:07 pm - 6:54 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DSM Des Moines
4h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$378American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport start at $224. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $136 to $288. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $224 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport, it is 39% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 32% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport at $140 round-trip.
•March ($599) and December ($458) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 327% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$126
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 43% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 39% lower on average.
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Your Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Houston Hobby (HOU).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $140 round-trip, compared to $308 via a layover through Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $25–$78 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 54% on the Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $140 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $303, a difference of $163. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston Hobby Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston Hobby Airport are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston Hobby Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 826 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $224 to $1,874. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $251, which is 62% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 40m, compared with 5h 14m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 31m via Lambert-St Louis (STL).

  • What car rental options are available at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)?

    Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Houston Hobby Airport range from $136 to $288, with an average of $228 over the past 12 months. Anything below $136 counts as a good deal.

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