Downtown

Cheap Car Rentals in Downtown, Des Moines from $40

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Downtown with a pick-up date of 6/24 and drop-off date of 7/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Downtown, Des Moines car rentals in 2025

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

Most popular company

Payless

Most common car type

SUV

Average price per day

$98

Cheapest price per day

$40

Best Downtown, Des Moines car rental deals

Browse through the best deals we’ve found on Downtown car rental deals at this time. Deals are sourced from providers and were last updated on June 12, 2025.
Nissan Sentra$43/day
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Nissan Sentra
Nissan Armada$50/day
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Nissan Armada
Hyundai Elantra$40/day
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Hyundai Elantra

Cheapflights insights for Downtown car rentals

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

How far in advance should I rent a car in Downtown?

Book your rental car in Downtown 39 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings Car rental prices are around $62/day on average when booked 39 days ahead, which saves you 10% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Downtown?

In Downtown, the most affordable rental car company right now is Hertz, offering prices from just $33.59/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at $40.73/day.

What is the best car rental company in Downtown?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest rated car rental company in Downtown is National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 8.5/10 with 7 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Downtown?

Planning a car rental in Downtown? February is the cheapest month, costing about $58 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $88. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$61

February

$58

March

$64

April

$62

May

$77

June

$88

July

$86

August

$77

September

$60

October

$66

November

$59

December

$65

Which car rental company has the most locations in Downtown?

Both Hertz and Thrifty have 2 locations in Downtown, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Downtown, Des Moines

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Downtown, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

8.5
Very good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very good
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.7

Thrifty

8.0
Very good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.7
Good
23 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.6

Dollar

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

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

Budget

6.3
Okay
27 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.3

Downtown Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Downtown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on June 12, 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Downtown?

    Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Downtown however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What is the cheapest rental car in Downtown, Des Moines?

    At an average cost of $59/day, the cheapest rental car in Downtown, Des Moines is the Chevrolet Spark. Based on our data, it’s 23% cheaper to rent a Chevrolet Spark compared to other types of rental cars in the neighborhood.

  • How much is a rental car in Downtown, Des Moines?

    In Downtown, Des Moines, rental cars cost $59/day on average, and as low as $59 per day. Keep in mind that prices may vary depending on when you book and what type of rental car you choose.

Car rentals by fuel type in Downtown

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Downtown. Deals were last updated on June 12, 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Downtown. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Hybrid

Hybrid

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