Cheap flights from DSM to IAH (Des Moines Intl. to George Bush Intercontinental)

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Cheap Flights from DSM to IAH starting at $73 One Way, $181 Round Trip

Prices starting at $181 for return flights and $73 for one-way flights to George Bush Intercontinental were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Mon, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 3
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
$181 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jun 1 from Des Moines to Houston, returning Wed, Jun 3, priced at $181 found 1 day ago
Fri, Apr 24 - Mon, Apr 27
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
$183 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 24 from Des Moines to Houston, returning Mon, Apr 27, priced at $183 found 6 days ago
Fri, Apr 24 - Mon, Apr 27
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
$194 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 24 from Des Moines to Houston, returning Mon, Apr 27, priced at $194 found 2 days ago
Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 11
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
$194 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 8 from Des Moines to Houston, returning Mon, May 11, priced at $194 found 10 hours ago
Mon, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 3
DSM
Des Moines
IAH
Houston
$203 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jun 1 from Des Moines to Houston, returning Wed, Jun 3, priced at $203 found 1 day ago

Hotel Ideas near George Bush Intercontinental

Airport Hotels near George Bush Intercontinental

Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental

Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental

3.5 out of 5
18700 John F Kennedy Blvd Houston TX
$181 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Apr 25 to Apr 26
$211 total
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,711 reviews)
Breakfast was good and there was quite a variety of stuff

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Bush IAH South

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Bush IAH South

3 out of 5
15510 JFK Blvd Houston TX
$88 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from May 4 to May 5
$102 total
May 4 - May 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,808 reviews)
Dirty shower curtains, and non-functioning elevator

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Bush IAH South
Ramada by Wyndham Houston Intercontinental Airport East

Ramada by Wyndham Houston Intercontinental Airport East

3.5 out of 5
6115 Will Clayton Parkway Humble TX
$61 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$72 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Humble. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,124 reviews)
Clean room. Breakfast was a pay breakfast. The hotel itself was a bit run down.

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Houston Intercontinental Airport East
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Houston

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

4 out of 5
5353 Westheimer Rd Houston TX
$133 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from May 14 to May 15
$155 total
May 14 - May 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,785 reviews)
Great rooms and a lot of space

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street Houston TX
$253 nightly
The price is $296 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$296 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Hallways a little noisy night. Meeting had hotel meal, which was delish, and served very well by the staff.

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

4 out of 5
2222 West Loop South Houston TX
$149 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from May 8 to May 9
$174 total
May 8 - May 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,815 reviews)
Clean room , coffee machine didn’t work , when I asked for in house breakfast I was told to call back 30 min later. No biggie. Beautiful property, lovely staff. Will come back if I’m that way again

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Houston Hotels With Airport Transportation

Ramada by Wyndham Houston Intercontinental Airport East

Ramada by Wyndham Houston Intercontinental Airport East

3.5 out of 5
6115 Will Clayton Parkway Humble TX
$61 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$72 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Humble. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,124 reviews)
Clean room. Breakfast was a pay breakfast. The hotel itself was a bit run down.

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Houston Intercontinental Airport East
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Bush Intl Airpt E

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Bush Intl Airpt E

3 out of 5
18201 Kenswick Drive Humble TX
$74 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$87 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Humble. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,468 reviews)
Staff was friendly. Room was fine. Hallways were pretty beat up.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Bush Intl Airpt E
Days Inn by Wyndham Humble/Houston Intercontinental Airport

Days Inn by Wyndham Humble/Houston Intercontinental Airport

2.5 out of 5
9824 J M Hester Road Humble TX
$58 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
$68 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Humble. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
Very basic room. Had a weird smell. Felt as though the bedding needed to be updated and the pillows.

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Humble/Houston Intercontinental Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Houston Hotels

Ramada by Wyndham Houston Intercontinental Airport East

Ramada by Wyndham Houston Intercontinental Airport East

3.5 out of 5
6115 Will Clayton Parkway Humble TX
$61 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$72 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Humble. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,124 reviews)
Clean room. Breakfast was a pay breakfast. The hotel itself was a bit run down.

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Houston Intercontinental Airport East
GreenTree Inn Houston IAH Airport

GreenTree Inn Houston IAH Airport

2 out of 5
15675 John F. Kennedy Blvd Houston TX
$55 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$64 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.6/10 (1,096 reviews)
Business friendly

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

GreenTree Inn Houston IAH Airport
Airway Inn - IAH Airport

Airway Inn - IAH Airport

2.5 out of 5
2221 Greens Road Houston TX
$54 nightly
The price is $63 total per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
$63 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Houston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free airport drop-off. Popular attractions Crowley, W. E. "Bill" Park ...
Airway Inn - IAH Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Houston

SpringHill Suites Houston Medical Center/NRG Park

SpringHill Suites Houston Medical Center/NRG Park

3 out of 5
1400 Old Spanish Trl Houston TX
$122 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$143 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
I think it was a good spot. Close to NRG, shuttle service, a bar with entertainment

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

SpringHill Suites Houston Medical Center/NRG Park
The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
2301 North Millbend Drive The Woodlands TX
$206 nightly
The price is $237 total per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
$237 total
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf resort in The Woodlands. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, waterslide, game room, bicycle rentals

Travelers say...
We enjoyed staying at the Woodland Resort. We dined, chilled at the pool, and enjoyed the lobby bar before going to dinner. Friendly staff and beautiful property!

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Houston NASA/Webster

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Houston NASA/Webster

3 out of 5
1101 Magnolia Street Webster TX
$107 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$125 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Webster. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Great place with lots of options close by. 100% recommended.

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Houston NASA/Webster
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

DSM to IAH Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
DSM Address & GPS
Address:
5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201
Des Moines IA, 50321-2854
United States
IATA Code:
DSM
Longitude:
-93.648087
Latitude:
41.532434
Time Zone:
America/Chicago
IAH Address & GPS
Address:
16930 JFK Boulevard
Houston TX, 77032
United States
IATA Code:
IAH
Longitude:
-95.34
Latitude:
29.983333
Time Zone:
America/Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport to IAH?
Before you hop on the aircraft at DSM, be sure to pack lots of delicious treats in your carry-on bag. United Airlines flies directly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), so you won't get the chance to replenish your supplies en route.
What is the shortest flight from DSM to Houston Airport?
From Des Moines, the unique sights and sounds of Houston are around 5 hours and 5 minutes away. Choose your favorite seat, or maybe even one with a bit more legroom, and jet to your destination in pure comfort.
How many hours flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Houston Airport?
It takes just 5 hours and 13 minutes on average to get from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Whip out that guide book and start marking all the special places you've always wanted to visit. It won't be long before you'll be right there seeing them for yourself.
What airlines have the most flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Houston Airport?
One of the top airlines operating on the Des Moines to Houston route, United Airlines is the start of your next great adventure. You'll get to choose from 91 flights every month with this carrier.

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