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Cheap Car Rentals in Iowa from C$ 80

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 Iowa with a pick-up date of 7/8 and drop-off date of 10/8. 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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Iowa car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Iowa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 July 2026.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

C$ 101

Cheapest price per day

C$ 80
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Popular car types in Iowa

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Iowa and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 27 July 2026.
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There are currently 18,061 rental locations operating in Iowa spread across 392 car rental agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to rent in Iowa is small car at C$ 80 a day. Below are all the 7 car types available for renting in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

C$ 80+

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Compact

Compact

C$ 80+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 82+

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Standard

Standard

C$ 105+

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Full-size

Full-size

C$ 80+

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Minivan

Minivan

C$ 162+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 145+

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Passenger Van

Passenger Van

C$ 266+

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Luxury

Luxury

C$ 120+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 126+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

C$ 97+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 104+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 112+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 112+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 121+

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Best car rental deals found in Iowa

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Iowa. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Iowa with an average daily rate of C$ 122. Data was last updated on 27 July 2026.
Tesla Model 3C$ 80/day
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Kia RioC$ 80/day
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Nissan SentraC$ 80/day
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Cheapflights insights for Iowa car rentals

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

How far in advance should I rent a car in Iowa?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Iowa, book about 85 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around C$ 80, which is about 20% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest rental car company in Iowa?

Alamo is currently the cheapest rental car company in Iowa with deals as low as C$ 82.72/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as C$ 100.69/day.

What is the best car rental company in Iowa?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Iowa is National (rated 10.0/10). Dollar (rated 8.2/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
10.0
Dollar
Dollar
8.2
Alamo
Alamo
8.1
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.1

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Iowa?

Planning a car rental in Iowa? January is the cheapest month, costing about C$ 71 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of C$ 114. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

C$ 71

February

C$ 80

March

C$ 102

April

C$ 97

May

C$ 106

June

C$ 114

July

C$ 111

August

C$ 99

September

C$ 89

October

C$ 89

November

C$ 82

December

C$ 75

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Iowa, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 56 pickup locations in Iowa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 July 2026.
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Top rental agencies in Iowa

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Iowa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Iowa. Reviews were last updated on 27 July 2026.

National

3 locations
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Dollar

8 locations
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Alamo

3 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

18 locations
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Hertz

12 locations
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Executive Car Rental

1 location
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Payless

1 location
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Avis

10 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Iowa?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 117/day when booking a rental car in Iowa. The best deal a user found was for C$ 67/day from Turo, booked on Jul. 25.

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

    Renting a car in Iowa for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around C$ 805/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Iowa?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Iowa check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Iowa for a month?

    Prices can be as low as C$ 3,452 if you consider booking with Turo. That price represents savings of 61% compared to the Iowa average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Iowa is on average C$ 3,452 (C$ 115/day).

Car rentals by fuel type in Iowa

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Iowa. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Iowa. Deals were last updated on 27 July 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Iowa. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 62+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 62+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 66+

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Travelling to a place near Iowa?

Rent a car at Iowa if you plan to visit one of these locations
Queens
Brooklyn
Staten Island
Jersey City
Carlstadt
Rahway
Carteret
Danbury
Westbury
Fort Lee
Yonkers
Paramus
Hoboken
New Brunswick
Hicksville
East Rutherford
Clifton
Secaucus
Stratford
Woodbridge

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