Iowa

Cheap Car Hire in Iowa

Des Moines, IA, United States
Apr 5 — Apr 12
Driver's age: 26-65
Des Moines, IA, United States
Fri 5/4
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Fri 12/4
Noon

Iowa car hires in 2024

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 29 March 2024.

Most common car type

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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 29 March 2024.

January

R1 042

February

R1 004

March

R1 156

April

R1 080

May

R1 213

June

R1 345

July

R1 421

August

R1 307

September

R1 099

October

R1 137

November

R1 118

December

R1 099

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 29 March 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 29 March 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,4
Very Good
127 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,0

Hertz

7,6
Good
153 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,6

Alamo

8,7
Very Good
51 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,9

Value

8,7

Budget

6,8
Okay
63 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

7,0

Avis

6,3
Okay
62 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

5,9

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

8,0

Dollar

7,3
Good
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

7,6

Payless

6,8
Okay
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,6

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 March 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), Priceless (9,2 rating) and Silvercar (8,7 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 R18,77/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R844 and R1 220 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 R11 930 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 44% on a hire car in Iowa. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

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

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