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Cheap Car Hire in Iowa from R1 232

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Iowa with a pick-up date of 15/2 and drop-off date of 17/2. 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.
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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 January 2025.

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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 17 January 2025.

January

R1 034

February

R996

March

R1 147

April

R1 166

May

R1 222

June

R1 372

July

R1 467

August

R1 278

September

R1 090

October

R1 109

November

R1 090

December

R1 166

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.

Popular car types in Iowa

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Iowa and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

There are 330 hire agencies servicing Iowa. These agencies, altogether, have 17 170 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Iowa with prices from R1 232 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Iowa:

Economy

Economy

R1 438+

Compact

Compact

R1 289+

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 232+

People carrier

People carrier

R2 022+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 062+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 292+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R1 571+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R1 618+

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 17 January 2025.

Medium cars

R731 - R2 082

All Car Types

R731 - R2 078

To hire a medium car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of R608/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Iowa (~R731/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 082/day). In fact, September is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iowa, renting a medium car is 1% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Iowa medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Audi A3R1 232/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3

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 17 January 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,4
Very Good
35 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,0

Hertz

7,3
Good
36 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,3

Budget

6,5
Okay
31 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,5

National

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

8,0

Thrifty

8,8
Very Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

9,0

Alamo

8,7
Very Good
15 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,9

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

8,7

Dollar

7,8
Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,8

Avis

6,8
Okay
21 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,7

Best Iowa car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Iowa. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Iowa with an average daily rate of R1 511. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Audi A3R1 232/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 289/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota RAV4R1 292/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

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 January 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Iowa?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10,0 rating), Silvercar (9,2 rating) and Alamo (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 R16,93/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R762 and R1 100 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 R7 602 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 29 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.

Travelling to a place near Iowa?

Hire a car at Iowa if you plan to visit one of these locations
Brooklyn
Queens
Carteret
Jersey City
Bronx
Staten Island
Stamford
Elizabeth
Clinton
Carlstadt
Bridgewater
Rutherford
Tannersville
Rye
Elmsford
Secaucus

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