How many flights depart from Houston to Iowa on average per day?

As of April 2025, there are 12 flights per day flying from Houston to Iowa. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00PM, with 59% of flights taking off in the evening.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Houston to Iowa?

Allegiant Air, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to Iowa

What airlines fly to Iowa?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Allegiant Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Iowa from Houston according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Iowa. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Iowa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Houston to Iowa on average per week?

As of April 2025, 85 flights take off from Houston and land in Iowa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Iowa?

Prices for flights from Houston to Iowa are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Iowa?

As of April 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Iowa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Iowa?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Houston to Iowa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?

The required travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Houston to Iowa.

10:02 am - 12:16 pmHOU-DSM

2h 14mnonstop

6:30 am - 9:12 amDSM-HOU

2h 42mnonstop

$83Allegiant Air

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Thu, May 22 - Sun, May 25

11:32 am - 1:46 pmHOU-DSM

2h 14mnonstop

8:00 am - 10:42 amDSM-HOU

2h 42mnonstop

$98Allegiant Air

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Thu, May 15 - Sun, May 18

8:40 am - 2:38 pmIAH-DSM

5h 58m1 stop

8:00 am - 10:35 amDSM-IAH

2h 35mnonstop

$219United Airlines

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Wed, May 14 - Wed, May 21

6:37 am - 12:27 pmIAH-DSM

5h 50m1 stop

5:30 pm - 10:57 pmDSM-IAH

5h 27m1 stop

$229Delta

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Thu, May 22 - Fri, May 23

6:37 am - 12:27 pmIAH-DSM

5h 50m1 stop

12:00 pm - 11:59 pmDSM-IAH

11h 59m2 stops

$234Delta

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Thu, May 22 - Sat, May 24

6:31 pm - 11:44 pmIAH-CID

5h 13m1 stop

7:30 pm - 11:42 pmCID-IAH

4h 12m1 stop

$249American Airlines

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Fri, May 16 - Fri, May 23

10:00 am - 12:10 pmHOU-OMA

2h 10mnonstop

7:20 am - 9:40 amOMA-HOU

2h 20mnonstop

$253Southwest

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Sun, May 25 - Tue, May 27

7:53 am - 2:51 pmIAH-MLI

6h 58m1 stop

4:25 pm - 12:41 amMLI-IAH

8h 16m1 stop

$254American Airlines

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Tue, Apr 29 - Tue, May 6

2:10 pm - 4:20 pmHOU-OMA

2h 10mnonstop

2:00 pm - 4:10 pmOMA-HOU

2h 10mnonstop

$269Southwest

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Thu, Jun 19 - Tue, Jul 8

8:17 pm - 10:45 pmIAH-DSM

2h 28mnonstop

8:00 am - 10:35 amDSM-IAH

2h 35mnonstop

$270United Airlines

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Wed, May 14 - Wed, May 21

Southwest flights from Houston to Iowa

Our best Southwest deals on Houston to Iowa flight tickets

Southwest

May 25

HOU10:00 amHouston Hobby

2h 10m

OMA12:10 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

May 27

OMA7:20 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

2h 20m

HOU9:40 amHouston Hobby

$253

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Southwest

Jun 19

HOU2:10 pmHouston Hobby

2h 10m

OMA4:20 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Jul 8

OMA2:00 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

2h 10m

HOU4:10 pmHouston Hobby

$269

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Southwest

Jun 19

HOU2:10 pmHouston Hobby

2h 10m

OMA4:20 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

Jul 8

OMA7:25 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

6h 40m

1 stop

HOU2:05 pmHouston Hobby

$279

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United Airlines flights from Houston to Iowa

Our best United Airlines deals on Houston to Iowa flight tickets

United Airlines

May 14

IAH8:40 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

5h 58m

1 stop

DSM2:38 pmDes Moines

May 21

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

2h 35m

IAH10:35 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$219

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United Airlines

May 14

IAH8:17 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

2h 28m

DSM10:45 pmDes Moines

May 21

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

2h 35m

IAH10:35 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$270

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United Airlines

May 9

IAH8:04 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

2h 26m

OMA10:30 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

May 11

OMA6:15 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

2h 29m

IAH8:44 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$285

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Houston to Iowa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

The month of July is another great option to travel to Iowa, with average flight prices from Houston averaging around $224.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Iowa?

The cheapest day to depart from Houston to Iowa is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $96. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $151. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Iowa.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Iowa?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Iowa is in the afternoon. Flights from Houston to Iowa during this time can be as low as $108. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $430. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Houston to Iowa flight route?

Fly from Houston Hobby to Des Moines for the best Houston - Iowa flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Iowa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Iowa from Houston when booking 12 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Iowa for around $319 when searching 12 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Iowa from Houston for as low as $169 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Houston to Iowa flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Houston to Iowa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap Houston to Iowa flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$65
Fastest flight time	2h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Iowa	4 airports

The best one-way flight to Iowa from Houston in the past 72 hours is $65. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $83.

The fastest flight from Houston to Iowa takes 2h 10m

Direct flights go from Houston to Iowa every day.

There are 4 airports near Iowa: Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA), Moline Quad-City (MLI), Des Moines (DSM), Cedar Rapids (CID)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Iowa?
Prices for flights from Houston to Iowa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Iowa?
As of April 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Iowa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Iowa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Houston to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The required travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Houston to Iowa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $75	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 734 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $124	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,917 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $145	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $209	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,667 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $216	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,280 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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