Iowa

Cheap Car Rentals in Iowa

Des Moines, IA, United States
27 Apr — 4 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Des Moines, IA, United States
Sat 27/4
Noon
Sat 4/5
Noon

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Iowa 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 20 April 2024.

January

$93

February

$90

March

$105

April

$101

May

$108

June

$120

July

$127

August

$117

September

$98

October

$101

November

$100

December

$98

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.

Compare available car types for rental in Iowa

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Iowa to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

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 8 car hire companies in Iowa. Reviews were last updated on 20 April 2024.

Hertz

7.0
Good
45 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.2
Wonderful
18 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.7

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.9

Budget

7.6
Good
11 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Dollar

7.5
Good
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Avis

6.8
Okay
24 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.3

Easirent

2 locations

National

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 20 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Iowa?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Silvercar (8.6 rating) and Alamo (8.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Iowa.

  • What are petrol prices like in Iowa?

    The average price of petrol in Iowa is $1.74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $78 and $113 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Iowa for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the most popular car hire companies in Iowa, offering car hire for around $827 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 47% on your car hire. For a below average price in Iowa, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Iowa for a month is certainly possible.

See more FAQs
Best Car Hire Deals
We make it easy and fast to find and compare deals from 70,000+ hire locations and hundreds of agencies.
No Surprises
Prices shown to you will be completely in full, without any hidden charges or fees.
Free cancellation
Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book car hire on Cheapflights from agencies that offer free cancellation