Des Moines

Cheap Car Hire in Des Moines from R1 005

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Des Moines with a pick-up date of 30/5 and drop-off date of 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Des Moines, IA, United States
May 8 — May 15
Driver's age: 26-65
Des Moines, IA, United States
Wed 8/5
Noon
Wed 15/5
Noon

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 1 May 2024.

January

R1 030

February

R992

March

R1 161

April

R1 161

May

R1 198

June

R1 329

July

R1 404

August

R1 292

September

R1 086

October

R1 123

November

R1 105

December

R1 086

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.

Popular car types in Des Moines

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Des Moines and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 1 May 2024.
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small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Des Moines this past week from 16 hire locations out of 13 hire agencies. Prices for a Des Moines small car hire start from R1 005/day. Check out available deals for 2 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Compact

Compact

R1 005+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R941+

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Standard

Standard

R971+

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People carrier

People carrier

R1 703+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 624+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 373+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 801+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 061+

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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 1 May 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 1 May 2024.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Des Moines, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

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

8,1
Very Good
60 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,7

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

Payless

7,0
Good
25 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,9

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

Avis

6,2
Okay
14 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,9

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

6,5

Best Des Moines car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Des Moines. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Des Moines with an average daily rate of R1 477. Data was last updated on 1 May 2024.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Des Moines. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 005/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Found 04/29/24
Ford EcoSportR1 624/day
5
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Found 04/29/24
BMW X3R1 801/day
5
4
M
A/C
BMW X3
Found 04/29/24

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Des Moines, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 May 2024.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Des Moines?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Des Moines from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget (R941/day), Alamo (R971/day), and Hertz (R1 005/day).

  • 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 (8,1 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 R19,49/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R877 and R1 266 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 in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 46% on your car hire. For a below average price in Des Moines, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Des Moines for a month is certainly possible.

  • 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 Standard vehicle.

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Car hires by fuel type in Des Moines

Browse car hires by fuel type in Des Moines. Deals were last updated on 1 May 2024.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Des Moines. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Hybrid

Hybrid

R92+

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