Des Moines

Cheap Car Rentals in Des Moines

Des Moines, IA, United States
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Des Moines, IA, United States
Fri 5-4
Noon
Fri 12-4
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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

HK$430

February

HK$414

March

HK$477

April

HK$446

May

HK$500

June

HK$555

July

HK$586

August

HK$539

September

HK$453

October

HK$469

November

HK$461

December

HK$453

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.

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 29 March 2024.

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 29 March 2024.
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

8.6

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

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 29 March 2024.
  • 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 HK$7.75/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$349 and HK$504 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$4,341 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 44% on a hire car in Des Moines. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 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 Toyota Corolla, which is a Standard vehicle.

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