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Cheap Car Rentals in Iowa

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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 24 July 2024.

January

$92

February

$88

March

$104

April

$104

May

$109

June

$122

July

$132

August

$119

September

$97

October

$100

November

$97

December

$97

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.

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 24 July 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
106 reviews•12 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
53 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.5

Hertz

7.3
Good
94 reviews•10 locations
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Avis

7.0
Good
44 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.5

Budget

6.6
Okay
57 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.8

National

3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Dollar

7.6
Good
15 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

8.0

Payless

7.2
Good
25 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

7.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 July 2024.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.5 rating), Yesaway (8.5 rating) and Silvercar (8.4 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 $1.70/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $76 and $110 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in Iowa, offering car hire for around $553 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 40% on your car hire. For a below average price in Iowa, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 27 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.

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