Des Moines

Cheap Car Rentals in Des Moines from C$ 88

Des Moines, IA, United States
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Des Moines, IA, United States
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Des Moines car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Des Moines. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.35

Average price per day

C$ 76

Cheapest price per day

C$ 88

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Des Moines and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

January

C$ 74

February

C$ 71

March

C$ 82

April

C$ 77

May

C$ 86

June

C$ 96

July

C$ 101

August

C$ 93

September

C$ 78

October

C$ 81

November

C$ 80

December

C$ 78

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Des Moines is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 29 March 2024.

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$ 88 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can rent in Des Moines:

Economy

Economy

C$ 88+

Compact

Compact

C$ 98+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 92+

Standard

Standard

C$ 98+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 108+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 117+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 137+

Premium

Premium

C$ 114+

Compare available car types for rental in Des Moines

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Des Moines to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

Small cars

C$ 53 - C$ 156

All Car Types

C$ 59 - C$ 141

To rent a small car in Des Moines, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 86/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Des Moines, the United States (~C$ 53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 156/day). In fact, December is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Des Moines. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Des Moines, renting a small car saves you 8% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Des Moines small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Des Moines, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 81/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Des Moines, the United States (~C$ 52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 214/day). In fact, December is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Des Moines. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Des Moines, renting a medium car saves you 14% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Des Moines medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Des Moines, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 64/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Des Moines, the United States (~C$ 74/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 179/day). In fact, February is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Des Moines. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Des Moines, renting a SUV saves you 31% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Des Moines SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota YarisC$ 88/day
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Toyota Yaris
Nissan VersaC$ 98/day
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Nissan Versa

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 29 March 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Des Moines, such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Alamo

8.8
Very good
42 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very good
59 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.6
Good
36 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Budget

6.8
Okay
32 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Dollar

6.9
Okay
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.5

Payless

6.8
Okay
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.6

Avis

6.2
Okay
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.5

Best Des Moines car rental deals found

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$ 116. Data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Peruse the best Des Moines car rental deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Toyota YarisC$ 88/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Ford FusionC$ 92/day
5
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A/C
Ford Fusion
Mazda Mazda2C$ 98/day
4
5
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A/C
Mazda Mazda2

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 29 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Des Moines?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 76/day when booking a rental car in Des Moines. The best deal a user found was for C$ 68/day from Hertz, booked on Mar. 24.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Des Moines?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Des Moines from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (C$ 92/day), Payless (C$ 98/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (C$ 117/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Des Moines?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9.6 rating), Alamo (8.8 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Des Moines.

  • What are gas prices like in Des Moines?

    The average gas price in Des Moines is C$ 1.35/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 60 and C$ 87 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Des Moines for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz 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$ 531 per week.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Des Moines for the best price?

    Renting your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 44% in Des Moines - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • 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 does it cost to rent a car in Des Moines for a month?

    Prices can be as low as C$ 2,277 if you consider booking with Hertz. That price represents savings of 11% compared to the Des Moines average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Des Moines is on average C$ 2,277 (C$ 76/day).

  • 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$ 68. Usually a Intermediate 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 Intermediate for April, it will cost approximately C$ 0 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Des Moines?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Des Moines is Standard (Toyota Corolla) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Luxury car rentals in Des Moines

Find luxury car rental deals in Des Moines from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Des Moines cost an average of C$ 207 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the Des Moines area. If these car rental deals don't suit your needs, make sure to check back soon as we're constantly finding new offers for our users.
Chrysler 300C$ 95/day
5
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A/C
Chrysler 300
BMW 3 SeriesC$ 117/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
Chrysler 300C$ 119/day
5
M
A/C
Chrysler 300

Van rentals in Des Moines

Find van rental deals in Des Moines from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Des Moines cost an average of C$ 202 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for renting a car in Des Moines we've found at this time. If you're not finding the right deal for your van rental, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota SiennaC$ 117/day
5
5
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A/C
Toyota Sienna
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 133/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan
Toyota SiennaC$ 135/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna

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 29 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Des Moines. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (C$ 54+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 60+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 102+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 54+

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