Des Moines

Cheap Car Rentals in Des Moines

Des Moines, IA, United States
14 Dec — 21 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Des Moines, IA, United States
Thu 14-12
Noon
Thu 21-12
Noon

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 7 December 2023.

January

HK$460

February

HK$484

March

HK$492

April

HK$437

May

HK$492

June

HK$546

July

HK$585

August

HK$531

September

HK$453

October

HK$460

November

HK$460

December

HK$531

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Des Moines is April. 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 Des Moines

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 7 December 2023.

Top rental agencies in Des Moines

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Des Moines known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Des Moines. Reviews were last updated on 7 December 2023.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Des Moines area such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz. 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

8.4

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
58 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.6
Good
35 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Budget

6.7
Okay
32 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.6

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

6.9
Okay
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.7

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

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Des Moines, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 December 2023.

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 (8.3 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 HK$7.27/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$327 and HK$472 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 HK$4,334 per week on average.

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

Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 32% on a hire car in Des Moines. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 63 days prior to your desired date.

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

Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Des Moines check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

What car do most people hire in Des Moines?

The most popular car to hire while in Des Moines is the Nissan Versa, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

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