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Cheap Car Hire in Iowa from £33

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Iowa with a pick-up date of 2/6 and drop-off date of 4/6. 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.
Des Moines, IA, United States
9 May — 16 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Des Moines, IA, United States
Thu 9/5
Midday
Thu 16/5
Midday

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Iowa?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Iowa 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 2 May 2024.

January

£43

February

£42

March

£49

April

£49

May

£51

June

£56

July

£59

August

£55

September

£46

October

£47

November

£47

December

£46

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Iowa 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 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 2 May 2024.

large car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Iowa this past week from 15,451 hire locations out of 306 hire agencies. Prices for a Iowa large car hire start from £43/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

£135+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Iowa

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Iowa to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 May 2024.

Small cars

£30 - £128

All Car Types

£42 - £112

To hire a small car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of £60/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Iowa (~£30/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£128/day). In fact, April is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iowa, hiring a small car saves you 12% 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 Iowa small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of £59/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Iowa (~£37/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~£177/day). In fact, January is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iowa, hiring a medium car saves you 12% 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 Iowa medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of £59/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Iowa (~£49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£119/day). In fact, October is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iowa, hiring a large car saves you 12% 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 Iowa large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Iowa, you would pay an average price of £58/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Iowa (~£36/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~£177/day). In fact, March is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iowa, hiring a SUV 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. Here are the best Iowa SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Audi A1£53/day
4
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Audi A1
Kia Cee'd£55/day
4
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A/C
Kia Cee'd

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 2 May 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Iowa, including those serving the Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Waterloo area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
42 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
81 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Hertz

7.8
Good
78 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.6

Budget

6.8
Okay
49 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.1

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Payless

7.0
Good
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.9

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

6.1
Okay
20 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

Best Iowa car hire deals found

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 £70. Data was last updated on 2 May 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in Iowa, including options within a close proximity to Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Waterloo. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Opel Insignia£43/day
5
M
A/C
Opel Insignia
Skoda Octavia£46/day
5
M
A/C
Skoda Octavia
BMW 3 Series£47/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 May 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Iowa?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Iowa from the following companies over the past two weeks: National (£46/day), Hertz (£49/day), and Budget (£53/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Silvercar (8.6 rating) and Alamo (8.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Iowa.

  • What are petrol prices like in Iowa?

    The average price of petrol in Iowa is £0.84/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £37 and £54 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Iowa for a week from Alamo?

    Hiring a car in Iowa 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 £638/week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 46% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Iowa.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Iowa?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Iowa for a month is certainly possible.

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Small car hires in Iowa

Find small car hire deals in Iowa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Iowa cost an average of £34 per day. Price data was last updated on 2 May 2024.
Fiat 500£33/day
2
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A/C
Fiat 500
Hyundai i10£35/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Luxury car hires in Iowa

Find luxury car hire deals in Iowa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Iowa cost an average of £89 per day. Price data was last updated on 2 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've detected on luxury car hires in Iowa, including options near Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Waterloo. If you don't see a deal that suits you, return soon as new offers are always being added.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class£63/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Audi A6£63/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A6
Audi A6£66/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A6

People carrier hires in Iowa

Find people carrier hire deals in Iowa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Iowa cost an average of £144 per day. Price data was last updated on 2 May 2024.
For those needing a little more space, we've found these great deals on people carrier hires in Iowa, including pickup near Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Waterloo. We're constantly updating these deals so check back soon if you don't find what you're looking for.
Citroen Berlingo£63/day
5
M
A/C
Citroen Berlingo
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer£64/day
5
M
A/C
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer£69/day
5
M
A/C
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer

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 2 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Iowa. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£52+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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