Des Moines

Cheap Car Hire in Des Moines from $65

Des Moines, IA, United States
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Des Moines, IA, United States
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Des Moines car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Des Moines. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$1.52

Average price per day

$129

Cheapest price per day

$65

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Des Moines?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Des Moines 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

$84

February

$81

March

$93

April

$87

May

$98

June

$108

July

$115

August

$105

September

$89

October

$92

November

$90

December

$89

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Des Moines 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 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 29 March 2024.

At $65/day, medium 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 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for hire in Des Moines

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Des Moines 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.

Small cars

$49 - $153

All Car Types

$49 - $180

To hire a small car in Des Moines, the United States, you would pay an average price of $74/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Des Moines, the United States (~$49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$153/day). In fact, November is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Des Moines. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Des Moines, hiring a small car saves you 23% in costs. 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 Des Moines small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Des Moines, the United States, you would pay an average price of $60/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Des Moines, the United States (~$84/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$184/day). In fact, January is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Des Moines. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Des Moines, hiring a medium car saves you 37% in costs. 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 Des Moines medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Des Moines, the United States, you would pay an average price of $62/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Des Moines, the United States (~$59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$158/day). In fact, September is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Des Moines. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Des Moines, hiring a SUV saves you 36% in costs. 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 Des Moines SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai Accent$142/day
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Hyundai Accent
Kia Picanto$143/day
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Kia Picanto

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 29 March 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Des Moines, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz in Des Moines. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
42 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
59 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.6
Good
36 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Budget

6.8
Okay
32 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Dollar

6.9
Okay
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.5

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

Avis

6.2
Okay
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.5

Best Des Moines car hire deals found

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 $118. Data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on car hires in Des Moines. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Toyota Camry$65/day
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Toyota Camry
Mitsubishi Outlander$73/day
5
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A/C
Mitsubishi Outlander
Kia Sportage$73/day
4
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A/C
Kia Sportage

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 29 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Des Moines?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $129/day when booking a car hire in Des Moines. The absolute best deal a user found was for $127/day from Alamo, booked on Mar. 24.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Des Moines?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Des Moines from the following companies over the past two weeks: Turo ($73/day), Alamo ($119/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($133/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Des Moines?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9.6 rating), Alamo (8.8 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Des Moines.

  • What are petrol prices like in Des Moines?

    The average price of petrol in Des Moines is $1.52/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $68 and $99 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 $901 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 44%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Des Moines.

  • 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 does it cost to rent a car in Des Moines for a month?

    The average cost of a car hire in Des Moines for a month is $3,862. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • 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 Standard SUV 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Des Moines?

    Toyota Corolla, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Des Moines according to Cheapflights users.

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Van hires in Des Moines

Find van hire deals in Des Moines from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Des Moines cost an average of $185 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle, check out some of the deals we've found on van hires in Des Moines. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota HiAce$167/day
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Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$203/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Des Moines

Browse car hires by fuel type in Des Moines. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Des Moines. Deals were last updated on 29 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Des Moines. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($50+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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