Alaska Airlines from Houston to Des Moines International Airport

Take it from me, dear globetrotters, taking a flight from Houston to Des Moines is as exhilarating as watching a platypus rescue another platypus from a runaway rollercoaster—with less hair-raising suspense, of course, but every bit as thrilling. Now, before you accuse me of being high on aviation fuel, let me explain by introducing you properly to the star of our little caper: Alaska Airlines, the under-appreciated elder cousin of King Kong. With its flight duration shorter than an elephant's memory span and in-flight services that rival a five-star igloo, I'd say it's high time Alaska had its day in the sun—metaphorically, of course.

When doing your airfare acrobatics (read: booking flights), opting for a round-trip might seem like the equivalent of giving up your Sunday crossword puzzle. But it's the same logic as eating the whole chocolate bar instead of saving half for tomorrow; it's cheaper, simpler, and gives you that victorious, beat-the-system kind of feeling. And with Alaska's commitment to punctuality, their flight schedule could give the German autobahn a run for its money—only with fewer stalled Audis.

Now, I hear you asking about baggage allowances. Like slathering copious amounts of Bernaise sauce over your baked potato, Alaska offers hefty, grin-inducing baggage allowances that'll keep the insatiable luggage gnomes of Houston—and Des Moines—at bay. Scoff at that "carry-on only" plan, pack that extra pair of sneakers, that unnecessary umbrella, the mysterious keys whose locks you have long forgotten! You're flying Alaska, where your baggage gets treated like the Queen of England at a Village People concert!

Our more feathered friends (read: frequent flyers), have plenty to crow about too. Not to be outdone by those landlubbers running mileage programs where you trade miles for moth-eaten merchandise, Alaska's program is the real deal. Today, a round-trip ticket from Houston to Des Moines; tomorrow, a first-class jaunt to the pearly gates of Saint Peter himself! Well, maybe not Saint Peter's gates, but close!

On a serious note, ever came across the phrase 'non-stop to Des Moines'? Yes, it sounds like a lost track from a Bruce Springsteen album, but with Alaska, it's closer to reality than one might think. With direct flights that skirt around time zones like a Ballerina on rollerblades, the airline's commitment to your comfort is rivaled only by that of a helicopter parent on PTA night.

Speaking of comfort, ever been updated about airline reviews? Or are you not the kind to be swayed by the opinions of a thousand virtual voices? Well, just for kicks, let’s pretend you are, since Alaska represents a hall of fame in the context. Their economy class might not come with personal foot massagers, but I swear, those seats are designed with the finesse of a master sushi chef—it's a fine art, folding you into a fit of comfort, you could sleep through an Air Guitar World Championship right beside you!

Before I sign off, permit me to share a random trivia worthy of your next dinner party conversation. How's this for a fun fact: Alaska (the state, not the airline) has the longest coastline in the United States, stretching over 33,904 miles—that's more than all the other states combined! If one chooses to walk this coastline (braving temperamental moose and unamused polar bears), it makes perfect sense to practice on a long cross-country flight first, don't you think?

Well, I can sense your urge to dive headfirst into the world of aviation acrobatics, round trips, baggage allowances, and direct flights to Des Moines. Just remember, going Alaska is like eating Grandma's apple pie—it's comfortable, fulfilling, and often accompanied by such a profound sense of peace that you almost forget about the tumultuous journey for the perfect pie filling. Almost.