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Cheap Car Rentals in Des Moines

Des Moines, IA, United States
10 May — 17 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Des Moines, IA, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Des Moines?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Des Moines 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 3 May 2024.

January

Rp 888,099

February

Rp 855,804

March

Rp 1,001,130

April

Rp 1,001,130

May

Rp 1,033,424

June

Rp 1,146,455

July

Rp 1,211,044

August

Rp 1,114,161

September

Rp 936,541

October

Rp 968,835

November

Rp 952,688

December

Rp 936,541

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Des Moines 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Des Moines

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Des Moines to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 May 2024.

Top rental agencies in Des Moines

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Des Moines known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Des Moines. Reviews were last updated on 3 May 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Des Moines, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Des Moines, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz.

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
42 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
60 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Hertz

7.6
Good
36 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Budget

6.8
Okay
32 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

National

1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Payless

7.0
Good
25 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.9

Dollar

6.9
Okay
9 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.5

Avis

6.2
Okay
14 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.5

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Des Moines, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 May 2024.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9.6 rating), Alamo (8.7 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Des Moines.

  • What are petrol prices like in Des Moines?

    The average price of petrol in Des Moines is Rp 16,793.16/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 755,692 and Rp 1,091,555 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Des Moines it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 46%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Des Moines?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Des Moines for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Des Moines?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Intermediate (Nissan Rogue) in Des Moines, making it the most popular option.

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