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Cheap Car Hire in Iowa from £31

Des Moines, IA, United States
18 Dec — 25 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Des Moines, IA, United States
Mon 18/12
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Mon 25/12
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Iowa car hire prices in popular cities

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 38 pickup locations in Iowa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 December 2023.

Price

£37 - £39

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 11 December 2023.

January

£47

February

£49

March

£50

April

£44

May

£50

June

£55

July

£59

August

£54

September

£46

October

£47

November

£47

December

£52

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Iowa is April. 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 11 December 2023.

SUV is the cheapest car type you can hire in Iowa this past week from 15,102 hire locations out of 295 hire agencies. Prices for a Iowa SUV hire start from £34/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

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 11 December 2023.

Small cars

£36 - £90

All Car Types

£35 - £97

To hire a small car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of £52/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Iowa (~£36/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£90/day). In fact, March is about 33% 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 21% 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 £64/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Iowa (~£35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~£115/day). In fact, December is about 47% 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 3% 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 £77/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Iowa (~£42/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£158/day). In fact, March is about 47% 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 is 15% more expensive. 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 £57/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Iowa (~£35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~£115/day). In fact, December 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 15% 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:

Mini Hatch£50/day
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Kia Cee'd£50/day
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Citroen C3£52/day
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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 11 December 2023.
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.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
102 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
49 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.7

Hertz

7.4
Good
92 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.4

Avis

7.2
Good
43 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.7

Budget

6.6
Okay
57 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.8

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Dollar

7.7
Good
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.1

Payless

6.9
Okay
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.7

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 £56. Data was last updated on 11 December 2023.
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.

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 December 2023.

What is the cheapest hire car found in Iowa?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £39/day when booking a car hire in Iowa. The absolute best deal a user found was for £24/day from Thrifty, booked on Jul. 28.

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: Turo (£34/day), Alamo (£50/day), and Hertz (£77/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), Signature Rent A Car (10.0 rating) and Priceless (9.2 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 £0.75/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £33 and £48 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

Hiring a car in Iowa for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £270/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 32% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 63 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.

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 £1,157, with the average price for a rental being around £39 a day. Book with Thrifty, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 36% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Iowa.

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 £33 per day. Price data was last updated on 11 December 2023.

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 £91 per day. Price data was last updated on 11 December 2023.
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.

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 £86 per day. Price data was last updated on 11 December 2023.
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.
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