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Cheap Car Hire in Downtown, Des Moines from £49

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 Downtown with a pick-up date of 20/6 and drop-off date of 21/6. 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.
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Downtown, Des Moines car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Downtown. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

£41

Cheapest price per day

£49

Best Downtown, Des Moines car hire deals

Browse through the best deals we’ve found on Downtown car hire deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Toyota Auris£66/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Auris
Volkswagen Polo£66/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Skoda Octavia£49/day
5
M
A/C
Skoda Octavia

Cheapflights insights for Downtown car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Downtown, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Downtown?

Book your car hire in Downtown 39 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £46/day on average when booked 39 days ahead, which saves you 34% off the usual average price.

What is the best car rental company in Downtown?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Downtown is National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 8.5/10 with 7 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Downtown?

At Downtown, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just £43. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging £65 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Downtown, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just £43. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging £65 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

£45

February

£43

March

£47

April

£46

May

£57

June

£65

July

£63

August

£57

September

£44

October

£49

November

£43

December

£48

Which car hire company has the most locations in Downtown?

Both Hertz and Thrifty have 2 locations in Downtown, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Downtown, Des Moines

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Downtown, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.7

Thrifty

8.0
Very Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.7
Good
23 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.6

Dollar

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Payless

6.9
Okay
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

7.2

Budget

6.3
Okay
27 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.3

Downtown Car hiring FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Downtown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Downtown?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle at Downtown for a month is certainly possible.

  • What is the cheapest rental car in Downtown, Des Moines?

    At an average cost of £49/day, the cheapest rental car in Downtown, Des Moines is the Toyota Corolla. Based on our data, it’s 32% cheaper to rent a Toyota Corolla compared to other types of rental cars in the neighborhood.

  • How much is a rental car in Downtown, Des Moines?

    It costs £49 per day on average for a rental car in Downtown, Des Moines. The cheapest price we’ve found recently was for £49 per day.

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