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Cheapflights insights for Iowa car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Iowa, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Iowa?
For the best savings on car rentals in Iowa, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $108/day – about 45% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Iowa?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Iowa is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.3/10 with 2 reviews). Budget (rated 6.6/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.3
Budget
6.6
Hertz
6.6
Avis
3.6
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Iowa?
At Iowa, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just $100. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $153 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Iowa, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $100. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $153 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$101
February
$100
March
$131
April
$117
May
$136
June
$149
July
$153
August
$131
September
$114
October
$110
November
$111
December
$143
What car do most people hire in Iowa?
SUV cars (BMW X5 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Iowa. Standard cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Premium cars (Acura TLX or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Iowa?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Iowa at 2.
Top rental agencies in Iowa
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Iowa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car hire companies in Iowa. Reviews were last updated on 16 August 2025.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
2 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.3
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
7.3
Budget
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.6
Overall
6.6
Pick-up/drop-off
6.6
Value
6.6
Hertz
2 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
6.6
Overall
6.6
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
6.6
Avis
4 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
5.2
Comfort
5.2
Overall
3.6
Pick-up/drop-off
3.2
Value
3.6
Dollar
1 location
Thrifty
1 location
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 August 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Iowa for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Iowa, offering car hire for around $952 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Iowa?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Iowa for a month is certainly possible.
Travelling to a place near Iowa?
Hire a car at Iowa if you plan to visit one of these locationsQueens
Brooklyn
Jersey City
Secaucus