On this page, you can find and book flights from Houston to Des Moines. The distance between the two cities is approximately 1,322 km, with 9 flights per week currently scheduled.
Flights on this route are operated by UA. Please note that ticket prices are dynamic. To choose the best offer, we recommend using the price chart and reviewing the information on how to get to Houston airport and how to get from Des Moines airport.
The table shows direct flights Houston → Des Moines on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines. Departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport airports, arrivals at Des Moines International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Houston — Des Moines by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 553 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 952 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Houston → Des Moines, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 607 | medium | May | AED 570 | medium | Sep | AED 589 | medium |
| Feb | AED 552 | low | Jun | AED 644 | high | Oct | AED 552 | low |
| Mar | AED 681 | high | Jul | AED 699 | high | Nov | AED 607 | medium |
| Apr | AED 552 | low | Aug | AED 662 | high | Dec | AED 681 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate at the destination is characterized by distinct seasonality: the warmest month in Des Moines is July, with temperatures reaching 29.8°C, while the coldest is January, when the thermometer drops to -9.4°C. The highest rainfall occurs in May, which is worth considering when planning your trip.
Budget-wise, the most affordable time to fly is July, with ticket prices starting AED 545. Prices peak in April—during this period, fares start AED 939, making it the most expensive month to fly.
November is a great time to travel: prices remain affordable, starting AED 563, and there are very few rainy days. You might want to avoid May due to the high risk of prolonged rainfall, which can make getting around more difficult.
Regular flights on this route are operated by United Airlines (UA), the primary carrier for this destination. With approximately 9 flights per week, passengers have plenty of flexibility in planning their trips. Detailed information about flight schedules and available connections can be found in the interactive list below; click on the airline card to see schedule details.
Flights Houston — Des Moines depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport and arrive at Des Moines International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 1 hour 40 minutes, given the 1,322 km distance between the cities.
The main carrier operating regular flights from Houston to Des Moines is UA.
Flights from Texas arrive at Des Moines International Airport (DSM), located in the state of Iowa.
Ticket prices change constantly; you can always check the latest minimum offers for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
To secure the best price, we recommend booking your flight 1.5–2 months before your planned departure date.
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