Cheap Car Rentals in Iowa

Des Moines, IA, United States

30 Nov — 7 Dec

Same drop-off

Des Moines, IA, United States

Wed 30/11

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Wed 7/12

Noon

Driver's age:

26-65Other

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

January

C$ 79

February

C$ 73

March

C$ 101

April

C$ 100

May

C$ 115

June

C$ 131

July

C$ 132

August

C$ 123

September

C$ 92

October

C$ 92

November

C$ 99

December

C$ 101

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Iowa 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 Iowa

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There are currently 13,863 rental locations operating in Iowa spread across 236 car rental agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to rent in Iowa is Medium at C$ 83 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for renting in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Medium

C$ 83+

Small

C$ 96+

Large

C$ 112+

SUV

C$ 99+

Van

C$ 129+

Luxury

C$ 109+

Medium

C$ 83+

Small

C$ 96+

Large

C$ 112+

SUV

C$ 99+

Van

C$ 129+

Luxury

C$ 109+

Medium

C$ 83+

Small

C$ 96+

Large

C$ 112+

SUV

C$ 99+

Van

C$ 129+

Luxury

C$ 109+

Compare available car types for rental in Iowa

	Small Cars	C$ 67 - C$ 204
	All Car Types	C$ 86 - C$ 185

To rent a Small car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of C$ 94/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a Small car in Iowa (~C$ 67/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~C$ 204/day). In fact, December is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small rental for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iowa, renting a Small car saves you 18% 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 Iowa Small rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Medium car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of C$ 107/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a Medium car in Iowa (~C$ 53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~C$ 241/day). In fact, August is about 51% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium rental for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iowa, renting a Medium car saves you 7% 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 Iowa Medium rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Large car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of C$ 74/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a Large car in Iowa (~C$ 42/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 185/day). In fact, September is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Large rental for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iowa, renting a Large car saves you 35% 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 Iowa Large rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of C$ 90/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV car in Iowa (~C$ 74/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 223/day). In fact, January is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iowa, renting a SUV car saves you 21% 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 Iowa SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai AccentC$ 96/day

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Top rental agencies in Iowa

All major car rental suppliers in Iowa

Enterprise

8.2

Excellent

12 reviews•4 locations

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Overview

Recent reviews

6.0

Good|Apr. 2022

The site is not at the airport and it takes forever to get to via cab or Uber (practically nonexistent in Des Moines). Pay the extra cost to get it at the airport and not this site. The people are nice but it was a nightmare after 40 hours of travel.

7.9

Good|Oct. 2021

Initially I was given a car that smelled strongly of marijuana. I mentioned it to the Enterprise employee and she agreed the smell was strong. After another minute of her finishing paperwork and me noticing there was an indicator that one of the tires was low, I finally said: Is there seriously not another car here that doesn't smell? Maybe one that has air in all the tires? She said we'd have to talk to the manager. So we did. He had no problem moving me to the other car. So, why didn't she make it right in the first place?

10.0

Excellent|Jul. 2021

You guys are doing very well!

10.0

Excellent|Mar. 2021

They allowed me to switch cars after they had completed all the paper work.

The car could have been cleaner, I found a used mask tucked into the visor.

2.0

Mediocre|Oct. 2020

I didn’t even have a car when I had placed a reservation well in advance.

The pick up time for my car was set for 5pm, the location closed at 5pm. I called first thing the following morning to pick up my rental & they told me they no longer had the vehicle available because I hadn’t showed up to pick up the car at my scheduled appointment time— even though I did, they were just closed by that time. I was told theyd call me later on that same afternoon to give me an update & I never even got a call, no apologies for the inconvenience, nothing. Frustrating to say the least.

10.0

Excellent|Jan. 2020

it was great easy drop off clean vehicle

nothing it was easy as it could be

1 out of 4

Budget

7.0

Good

1 review•2 locations

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4.0

Okay|Jul. 2018

I made a reservation through budget and showed up to the Johnston IA location to pick up the car at the scheduled time. Upon arrival the employee present was not authorized to log into the system to rent me the car. Waiting 45 minutes for the manager to return to the location. Once the manager was present I showed my online reservation through Budget in which the manager respond that they were not yet set up to rent cars through the budget system. The manager switched me over AVIS in which they had a car available. I was on my way 1 hour 15 mins later than my scheduled pick up time

1 out of 1

Hertz

7.0

Good

4 reviews•2 locations

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10.0

Excellent|Sep. 2019

Staff was great. Truck was a beast. Made my trip much easier.

The office smelled like mildew. Can't be good for the staff!!!

6.4

Good|Aug. 2019

The representative that served me was very professional and shared his expertise about the cars, the business, and the company.

I had to wait about an hour to get out on the road. There was only one person behind the counter. When a second guy showed up, things worked like clockwork.

2.0

Mediocre|Jul. 2018

Nothing. This is the 2nd time I've rented with Hertz where they've had no cars abs I've had to make other plans. So NOTHING positive

I made a reservation, had a confirmation email and when I got to the location they said they had 0 cars. The staff blamed just about everything but offered no help, no alternatives, no solutions. They didn't offer to call another location, look up inventory elsewhere or anything. I was provided no future credit, no discounts later or anything, just an I'm sorry. So what's to stop Hertz from doing this all the time?!? In addition, a worker had just pulled in with a vehicle and 1 other was sitting outside I noticed when I left. Worst experience, staff and customer service ever!!!

10.0

Excellent|Mar. 2017

Quick, easy, hassle free! Professional staff and love the location of pick up!

1 out of 2

Avis

6.4

Good

3 reviews•2 locations

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Recent reviews

6.0

Good|May 2021

The staff member was excellent. However, since the rental came from a third party site, he didn’t have the car I reserved. I reserved a small SUV and he only had a Toyota Camry. He cleaned the one that just came in out and I took it as that was the only option. It was smoked in and banged up on the outside. He went above and beyond to get me something. Im glad our 4 suitcases for our 10 day trip fit in the trunk!

since the rental came from a third party site, he didn’t have the car I reserved. I reserved a small SUV and he only had a Toyota Camry. He cleaned the one that just came in out and I took it as that was the only option. It was smoked in and banged up on the outside. He went above and beyond to get me something. Im glad our 4 suitcases for our 10 day trip fit in the trunk!

4.0

Okay|Jul. 2021

I booked a full size SUV through car rentals.com on May 1 for our trip June 23-July 3. I continued to check with the local Avis because that was my pick up location. I was told that if someone extends their rental I may not have one and pre paid customers are priority. Couple days before the trip Avis told me they had a Ford Explorer for me but my reservation clearly stated full size SUV and had a picture of a full size SUV on the confirmation. I ended up getting a full size SUV through Enterprise but it cost me quite a bit more. I am now working with car rentals.com to get reimbursed for the difference I paid. I most likely won't use Avis again and probably not a third party site. Enterprise was great to work with and put me in what I needed and got me on the road!

10.0

Excellent|Jul. 2018

This is a brand new business. We had a 15 passenger van rented, but it was recalled. So we were given two new Ford Explorers for the same price! Excellent customer service.

1 out of 1

Best Iowa Car Rental Deals Found

Hyundai AccentC$ 96/day

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Dodge DurangoC$ 160/day

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Hyundai ElantraC$ 97/day

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Car Rental FAQs

What is the cheapest rental car found in Iowa?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 107/day when booking a rental car in Iowa. The best deal a user found was for C$ 101/day from Hertz, booked on Oct. 23.

Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Iowa?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Firefly (10.0 rating), Super Cheap (10.0 rating) and Signature Rent A Car (10.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Iowa.

What are gas prices like in Iowa?

The average gas price in Iowa is C$ 1.43/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 64 and C$ 92 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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$ 670/week on average.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Iowa for the best price?

Booking your car rental early can save you up to 14% on your rental. Aim to book your car rental at least 13 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Iowa.