Downtown, Des Moines car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Downtown. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 July 2025.
Most popular company | Budget |
|---|---|
Most common car type | SUV |
Average price per day | R1 622 |
Cheapest price per day | R677 |
Cheapflights insights for Downtown car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Downtown, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Downtown?
To get the best deal on car hire in Downtown, book about 65 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R1 128, which is about 1 523% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Downtown?
Payless is currently the cheapest car hire company in Downtown with deals as low as R676,57/day found in the past two weeks. Budget is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R682,48/day.
What is the best car rental company in Downtown?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Downtown is National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 8.4/10 with 7 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Downtown?
At Downtown, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R1 039. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 648 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Downtown, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R1 039. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 648 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
R1 092
February
R1 039
March
R1 146
April
R1 110
May
R1 379
June
R1 612
July
R1 648
August
R1 397
September
R1 110
October
R1 182
November
R1 057
December
R1 164
Which car hire company has the most locations in Downtown?
Both Hertz and Thrifty have 2 locations in Downtown, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Downtown, Des Moines
Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Downtown, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.
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Downtown Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Downtown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month at Downtown?
The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Downtown it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.