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Cheap Car Hire in Iowa from £38

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 Iowa with a pick-up date of 17/11 and drop-off date of 19/11. 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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Iowa car hires in 2024

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 18 October 2024.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

£29

Cheapest price per day

£38

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 24 pickup locations in Iowa to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 October 2024.

Price

£29 - £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 18 October 2024.

January

£37

February

£39

March

£46

April

£40

May

£40

June

£44

July

£52

August

£47

September

£44

October

£41

November

£39

December

£39

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Iowa is January. 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 18 October 2024.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Iowa this past week from 16,572 hire locations out of 327 hire agencies. Prices for a Iowa medium car hire start from £38/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Open-air all-terrain

Open-air all-terrain

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate 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 18 October 2024.

Small cars

£17 - £60

All Car Types

£27 - £43

To hire a small car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of £23/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Iowa (~£17/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£60/day). In fact, August is about 30% 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:

Honda Fit£88/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

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 18 October 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Iowa, including those serving the Cedar Rapids, Waterloo and Iowa City 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

8.6
Very Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
13 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.2

Dollar

8.0
Very Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.2

Avis

6.9
Okay
16 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.4

Budget

6.6
Okay
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

7.6

Hertz

6.4
Okay
19 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.5

Easirent

2 locations

Thrifty

2 locations

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 £84. Data was last updated on 18 October 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 Cedar Rapids, Waterloo and Iowa City. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Volvo V40£38/day
5
M
A/C
Volvo V40
Peugeot 508£38/day
5
M
A/C
Peugeot 508
Ford Fiesta£88/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 October 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Iowa?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £42/day when booking a car hire in Iowa. The absolute best deal a user found was for £35/day from Hertz, booked on Oct. 13.

  • 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: Hertz (£39/day), National (£43/day), and Alamo (£88/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Silvercar (8.1 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 £0.71/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £32 and £46 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 £201/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 43% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 27 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 £862, with the average price for a rental being around £29 a day. Book with Hertz, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 21% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Iowa.

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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 £95 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 October 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've detected on luxury car hires in Iowa, including options near Cedar Rapids, Waterloo and Iowa City. 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
Jaguar XF£77/day
5
4
M
A/C
Jaguar XF
Jaguar XF£83/day
5
4
M
A/C
Jaguar XF

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 £96 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 October 2024.
For those needing a little more space, we've found these great deals on people carrier hires in Iowa, including pickup near Cedar Rapids, Waterloo and Iowa City. We're constantly updating these deals so check back soon if you don't find what you're looking for.
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer£54/day
5
M
A/C
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
Citroen Berlingo£56/day
5
M
A/C
Citroen Berlingo
Citroen Berlingo£56/day
5
M
A/C
Citroen Berlingo

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 18 October 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 (£61+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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