Des Moines

Cheap Car Rentals in Des Moines

Des Moines, IA, United States
26 Apr — 3 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Des Moines, IA, United States
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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 19 April 2024.

January

$92

February

$89

March

$104

April

$101

May

$108

June

$120

July

$126

August

$116

September

$98

October

$101

November

$99

December

$98

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.

Compare available car types for rental in Des Moines

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 19 April 2024.

Top rental agencies in Des Moines

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Des Moines known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Des Moines. Reviews were last updated on 19 April 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Des Moines, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz in Des Moines. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Des Moines, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz.

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
42 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
59 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.6
Good
36 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Budget

6.8
Okay
32 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

National

1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Dollar

6.9
Okay
9 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.5

Payless

6.9
Okay
25 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.8

Avis

6.2
Okay
14 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.5

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Des Moines, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 April 2024.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9.6 rating), Alamo (8.7 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Des Moines.

  • What are petrol prices like in Des Moines?

    The average price of petrol in Des Moines is $1.73/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $78 and $112 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 47% to make it a great deal in Des Moines. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in Des Moines?

    The most popular car to hire while in Des Moines is the Toyota Corolla, which is a Compact vehicle.

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