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Iowa car hires in 2025

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

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

£49

Cheapest price per day

£47

Cheapflights insights for Iowa car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Iowa, book about 31 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £42, which is about 34% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Iowa?

Avis is currently the cheapest car hire company in Iowa with deals as low as £21.92/day found in the past two weeks. Hertz is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £34.04/day.

What is the best car rental company in Iowa?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Iowa is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.4/10 with 43 reviews). Hertz (rated 7.6/10 with 68 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Iowa, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £37. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £56 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 Iowa, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £37. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging £56 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

£37

February

£40

March

£47

April

£44

May

£50

June

£53

July

£56

August

£50

September

£46

October

£45

November

£47

December

£45

What car do most people hire in Iowa?

SUV cars (Mazda CX-5 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Iowa. Intermediate cars (Mazda CX-5 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Ford Edge or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Iowa?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 17 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Iowa at 14.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Iowa, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 57 pickup locations in Iowa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

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 13 June 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Iowa, including those serving the Cedar Rapids, Coralville 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.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
43 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.6
Good
68 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Budget

6.1
Okay
42 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.6

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
17 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.3

Thrifty

8.0
Very Good
1 review6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Dollar

7.8
Good
7 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

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

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Iowa?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £38/day when booking a car hire in Iowa. The absolute best deal a user found was for £22/day from Avis, booked on Jun. 8.

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

    Hiring a car in Iowa for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £374/week on average.

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

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Iowa for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Iowa can be found for about £1,602, with the average price for a rental being around £53 a day. Book with Avis, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 59% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Iowa.

Travelling to a place near Iowa?

Hire a car at Iowa if you plan to visit one of these locations
Brooklyn
Jersey City
Queens
Englewood
North Bergen
Elizabeth
Yonkers
Bronx
Secaucus
Mount Laurel
Fort Lee
North Wales
Bayonne
Fairfield
Carlstadt
Staten Island
Weehawken
Carteret
Westbury
West New York

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