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Cheap Car Rentals in Des Moines from $189

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 Des Moines with a pick-up date of 20/12 and drop-off date of 22/12. 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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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 20 November 2024.

January

$93

February

$89

March

$103

April

$105

May

$110

June

$123

July

$132

August

$115

September

$98

October

$100

November

$93

December

$98

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.

Popular car types in Des Moines

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Des Moines and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 November 2024.
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In Des Moines, there are 17 active hire locations from 13 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Des Moines in the past week - currently priced from $189/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

$189+

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Compact

Compact

$198+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$209+

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Full-size

Full-size

$137+

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People mover

People mover

$225+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

$307+

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Premium

Premium

$262+

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Luxury

Luxury

$285+

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Top rental agencies in Des Moines

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Des Moines known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Des Moines. Reviews were last updated on 20 November 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Des Moines, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and Alamo in Des Moines. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Des Moines, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and Alamo.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
31 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

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

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
8 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Hertz

7.6
Good
23 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Dollar

1 location
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.5

Thrifty

6.7
Okay
3 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.0

Payless

6.7
Okay
15 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.8

Budget

6.6
Okay
29 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Best Des Moines car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Des Moines. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Des Moines with an average daily rate of $237. Data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Des Moines area. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Mitsubishi Mirage$189/day
2
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A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Found 11/19/24
Volkswagen Passat$209/day
5
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A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Found 11/19/24
Toyota RAV4$227/day
5
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A/C
Toyota RAV4
Found 11/19/24

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Des Moines, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 November 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 $1.53/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $99 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Des Moines for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Des Moines. They can have you in a hire car for about $2,175 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 44% to make it a great deal in Des Moines. Try to book at least 27 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Des Moines check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much is a car hire in Des Moines for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Des Moines, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Economy hire in Des Moines is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Economy for December, it will cost approximately $0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Des Moines?

    The most popular car to hire while in Des Moines is the Volkswagen Jetta, which is a Standard vehicle.

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