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Cheap Car Hire in Iowa from $65
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 12/10 and drop-off date of 15/10. 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 2026
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 5 October 2026.
Most popular company | Alamo |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | $127 |
Cheapest price per day | $65 |
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 5 October 2026.
There are currently 18,131 hire locations operating in Iowa spread across 396 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Iowa is small car at $65 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$65+
Compact
$85+
Intermediate
$84+
People mover
$74+
Premium
$101+
Pick-up truck
$111+
Premium SUV
$95+
Intermediate SUV
$93+
Compact SUV
$95+
Supplier choice
$96+
Supplier choice saloon
$100+
Standard SUV
$102+
Open-air all-terrain
$103+
Best car hire deals found in Iowa
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Iowa. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Iowa with an average daily rate of $91. Data was last updated on 5 October 2026.
Hyundai Accent Hatch$65/day
Toyota HiAce$74/day
Hyundai Elantra$84/day
Cheapflights insights for Iowa car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Iowa, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Iowa?
For the best savings on car hire in Iowa, make your reservation 78 days before pickup. The average price then is just $76/day – about 12% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Iowa?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Iowa is National (rated 10.0/10). Dollar (rated 8.3/10) is also highly rated by our users.
National
10.0
Dollar
8.3
Alamo
8.0
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Iowa?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Iowa is January, when you can expect to pay $73/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Iowa is June ($121/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$73
February
$82
March
$101
April
$101
May
$112
June
$121
July
$119
August
$114
September
$95
October
$95
November
$82
December
$78
What car do most people hire in Iowa?
SUV cars (Chevrolet Blazer or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Iowa. Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Honda Civic or similar).
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Iowa, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 47 pickup locations in Iowa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 October 2026.
Top hire 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 5 October 2026.
Overview
Locations
National
3 locations
National Locations in Iowa
Overview
Locations
Dollar
8 locations
Dollar Locations in Iowa
Overview
Locations
Alamo
3 locations
Alamo Locations in Iowa
Overview
Locations
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
14 locations
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Locations in Iowa
Overview
Locations
Hertz
11 locations
Hertz Locations in Iowa
Overview
Locations
Executive Car Rental
1 location
Executive Car Rental Locations in Iowa
Overview
Locations
Payless
1 location
Payless Locations in Iowa
Overview
Locations
Budget
6 locations
Budget Locations in Iowa
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Iowa?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $127/day when booking a car hire in Iowa. The absolute best deal a user found was for $72/day from Provider's pick, booked on Oct. 3.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Iowa for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Iowa, offering car hire for around $1,259 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Iowa?
Typically, how long you can hire 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.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Iowa for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Iowa can be found for about $5,395, with the average price for a rental being around $180 a day. Book with Provider's pick, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 64% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Iowa.
Car hires by fuel type in Iowa
Browse car hires by fuel type in Iowa. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Iowa. Deals were last updated on 5 October 2026.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Iowa. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($56+).
Electric
$56+
Hybrid
$62+
Travelling to a place near Iowa?
Hire a car at Iowa if you plan to visit one of these locationsNew Rochelle
Brooklyn
Queens
Secaucus
Fort Lee
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