Des Moines

Cheap Car Rentals in Des Moines from C$ 74

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Des Moines with a pick-up date of 9/4 and drop-off date of 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in Des Moines

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Des Moines and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 26 January 2026.

There are 13 rental agencies servicing Des Moines. These agencies, altogether, have 16 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Des Moines with prices from C$ 74 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can rent in Des Moines:

Economy

Economy

C$ 74+

Compact

Compact

C$ 84+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 75+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 140+

Premium

Premium

C$ 88+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

C$ 155+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 117+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 126+

Compare car rental deals in Des Moines by type

Here are the best Des Moines small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Des Moines medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Des Moines SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai VelosterC$ 74/day
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Hyundai Veloster
Nissan SylphyC$ 84/day
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A/C
Nissan Sylphy

Best car rental deals found in Des Moines

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Des Moines. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Des Moines with an average daily rate of C$ 107. Data was last updated on 26 January 2026.
Hyundai VelosterC$ 74/day
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Hyundai Veloster
Ford Mustang Mach-EC$ 75/day
5
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
Chevrolet Sonic SedanC$ 84/day
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Chevrolet Sonic Sedan

Cheapflights insights for Des Moines car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Des Moines, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Des Moines?

Book your rental car in Des Moines 85 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around C$ 71/day on average when booked 85 days ahead, which saves you 9% off the usual average price.

What is the best car rental company in Des Moines?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Des Moines is National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 8.6/10 with 6 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Des Moines?

Planning a car rental in Des Moines? January is the cheapest month, costing about C$ 70 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of C$ 115. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

C$ 70

February

C$ 75

March

C$ 85

April

C$ 78

May

C$ 100

June

C$ 114

July

C$ 115

August

C$ 101

September

C$ 88

October

C$ 90

November

C$ 78

December

C$ 74

Which car rental company has the most locations in Des Moines?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Des Moines at 2.

Top rental agencies in Des Moines

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Des Moines known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Des Moines. Reviews were last updated on 26 January 2026.

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

8.6
Very good
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very good
25 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Hertz

7.7
Good
22 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Payless

6.7
Okay
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.8

Budget

6.2
Okay
24 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

Avis

6.1
Okay
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Easirent

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.1

Comfort

5.2

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

5.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Des Moines, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 January 2026.
  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Des Moines for a week from Payless?

    Payless is a popular option for travellers looking for car rental in Des Moines. You can expect the average cost of a rental car to be about C$ 1,420 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Des Moines?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Des Moines for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car rental in Des Moines for a weekend?

    For a weekend car rental in Des Moines, you can expect the average price to be around C$ 0. Usually a Economy rental in Des Moines is your cheapest weekend car rental option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car rental types. If you do opt for renting a Economy for February, it will cost approximately C$ 0 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Des Moines

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Des Moines. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Des Moines. Deals were last updated on 26 January 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Des Moines. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (C$ 57+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 62+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 57+

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