Des Moines

Cheap Car Hire in Des Moines from $142

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 Des Moines with a pick-up date of 31/3 and drop-off date of 1/4. 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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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 23 March 2026.

At $142/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Des Moines in the past week. Out of 13 car hire agencies operating in Des Moines, there are, in total, 16 hire locations. View below for one offered car type:

Compact

Compact

Best car hire deals found in Des Moines

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Des Moines. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Des Moines with an average daily rate of $142. Data was last updated on 23 March 2026.
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Cheapflights insights for Des Moines car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Des Moines, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Des Moines?

For the best savings on car hire in Des Moines, make your reservation 85 days before pickup. The average price then is just $71/day – about 8% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Des Moines?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Des Moines is National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 8.5/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Des Moines?

Planning to hire a car in Des Moines? January is the cheapest month, costing about $73 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $120. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$73

February

$81

March

$95

April

$83

May

$104

June

$117

July

$120

August

$105

September

$91

October

$94

November

$81

December

$77

What car do most people hire in Des Moines?

SUV cars (Nissan Pathfinder or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Des Moines. Standard cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Des Moines?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Des Moines at 2.

Top hire 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 23 March 2026.

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
25 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Dollar

1 location

Hertz

7.6
Good
22 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Payless

6.7
Okay
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.8

Budget

6.2
Okay
22 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.3

Avis

5.8
Fair
10 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.1

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 23 March 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Des Moines for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Des Moines, offering car hire for around $492 per week on average.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Des Moines it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much is a car hire in Des Moines for a weekend?

    It costs $0 for a weekend car hire in Des Moines, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Des Moines in April, prices are $0 per day on average.

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