Cheap Car Hire in Des Moines Airport from $90
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 Airport with a pick-up date of 1/8 and drop-off date of 18/8. 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.
Popular car types in Des Moines Airport
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Des Moines Airport and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 4 July 2025.
There are, in total, 17 car hire locations at Des Moines Airport that are operated by 13 companies. In the past week, large car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $90/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Des Moines Airport hire providers:
Economy
$92+
Compact
$95+
Intermediate
$94+
Standard
$103+
Full-size
$90+
Premium
$93+
Pick-up truck
$122+
Compact SUV
$93+
Standard SUV
$103+
Open-air all-terrain
$113+
Intermediate SUV
$120+
Supplier choice
$146+
Best car hire deals found at Des Moines Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Des Moines Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Des Moines Airport with an average daily rate of $103. Data was last updated on 4 July 2025.
Cheapflights insights for Des Moines Airport car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Des Moines Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Des Moines Airport?
To get the best deal on car hire at Des Moines Airport, book about 17 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $68, which is about 23% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car hire company at Des Moines Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company at Des Moines Airport is National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.9/10 with 12 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at Des Moines Airport?
Planning to hire a car at Des Moines Airport? January is the cheapest month, costing about $72 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $103. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$72
February
$73
March
$91
April
$81
May
$78
June
$88
July
$103
August
$96
September
$76
October
$81
November
$84
December
$84
What car do most people hire at Des Moines Airport?
Intermediate cars (Toyota Tacoma or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Des Moines Airport. SUV cars (Chevrolet Traverse or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at Des Moines Airport?
Thrifty has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Airport Van has the second-highest number of locations at Des Moines Airport at 1.
Top hire agencies in Des Moines Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Des Moines Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Des Moines Airport. Reviews were last updated on 4 July 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Des Moines Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 July 2025.
Which car hire providers are at Des Moines Airport?
There are 10 car hire providers located at Des Moines Airport. The following companies can be found near the Des Moines Airport car hire counter:National (10.0)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.9)Alamo (8.7)Thrifty (8.0)Hertz (7.7)Dollar (7.3)Payless (6.9)Avis (6.2)Budget (6.2)American Rent-A-Car (4.5)
How much does it cost to hire a car at Des Moines Airport for a week from Hertz?
Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire at Des Moines Airport. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $443 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month at Des Moines Airport?
Yes, hiring a vehicle at Des Moines Airport for a month is certainly possible.
Car hires by fuel type in Des Moines Airport
Browse car hires by fuel type in Des Moines Airport. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Des Moines Airport. Deals were last updated on 4 July 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Des Moines Airport. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($54+).
Electric
$54+
Hybrid
$70+