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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 18 June 2024.

January

£43

February

£41

March

£48

April

£48

May

£51

June

£58

July

£59

August

£55

September

£45

October

£47

November

£46

December

£46

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 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 18 June 2024.

Small cars

£35 - £127

All Car Types

£37 - £110

To hire a small car in Des Moines, the United States, you would pay an average price of £49/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Des Moines, the United States (~£35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£127/day). In fact, April is about 29% 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 26% 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.

To hire a medium car in Des Moines, the United States, you would pay an average price of £62/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Des Moines, the United States (~£36/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~£175/day). In fact, April is about 42% 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 7% 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.

To hire a large car in Des Moines, the United States, you would pay an average price of £57/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Des Moines, the United States (~£46/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£103/day). In fact, April is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Des Moines. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Des Moines, hiring a large car saves you 14% 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.

To hire a SUV in Des Moines, the United States, you would pay an average price of £59/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Des Moines, the United States (~£30/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~£175/day). In fact, April is about 50% 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 11% 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.

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 18 June 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Des Moines, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
43 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
60 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.7

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

Payless

7.1
Good
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.0

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

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 hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Des Moines, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 June 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 (8.1 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 £0.80/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £36 and £52 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?

    Hiring a car in Des Moines for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £309/week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 41% to make it a great deal in Des Moines. Try to book at least 21 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • 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.

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