Iowa car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Iowa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 September 2025.
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Cheapflights insights for Iowa car hires
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 hire in Iowa, make your reservation 63 days before pickup. The average price then is just R972/day – about 1 386% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Iowa?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire 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.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Iowa?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Iowa is January, when you can expect to pay R955/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Iowa is July (R1 459/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
R955
February
R990
March
R1 077
April
R1 007
May
R1 268
June
R1 441
July
R1 459
August
R1 285
September
R1 042
October
R1 025
November
R1 007
December
R1 077
What car do most people hire in Iowa?
Standard cars (Chevrolet Equinox, for example) are the most popular in Iowa. SUV (Chevrolet Tahoe) and Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Iowa.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Iowa?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 18 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Iowa at 12.
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 17 September 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Iowa for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the top picks in Iowa. They can have you in a hire car for about R7 391 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Iowa?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Iowa for a month is certainly possible.