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Cheap Car Rentals in Iowa

Des Moines, IA, United States
May 11 — May 18
Driver's age: 26-65
Des Moines, IA, United States
Sat 5/11
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Sat 5/18
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Iowa car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Iowa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on May 4, 2024.

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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 May 4, 2024.

January

₱3,146

February

₱3,031

March

₱3,546

April

₱3,546

May

₱3,661

June

₱4,061

July

₱4,290

August

₱3,947

September

₱3,318

October

₱3,432

November

₱3,375

December

₱3,318

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 rental 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 May 4, 2024.

Top rental agencies in Iowa

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Iowa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Iowa. Reviews were last updated on May 4, 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Iowa, including pickup locations serving Sioux City, Des Moines and Cedar Rapids. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Hertz

7.8
Good
128 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.7

Alamo

8.7
Very good
51 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very good
91 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Avis

6.7
Okay
51 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.4

Budget

6.6
Okay
60 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.8

National

2 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

7.0
Good
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on May 4, 2024.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Iowa?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Silvercar (8.6 rating) and Alamo (8.5 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Iowa.

  • What are gas prices like in Iowa?

    The average gas price in Iowa is ₱59.50/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₱2,677 and ₱3,867 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 46% on your rental. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Iowa.

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

    Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Iowa however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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