Des Moines Airport

Cheap Car Rentals in Des Moines Airport 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 rental in Des Moines Airport with a pick-up date of 11/27 and drop-off date of 12/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Des Moines Airport car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Des Moines Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on October 8, 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$61

Cheapest price per day

$38

Compare available car types for rental in Des Moines Airport

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Des Moines Airport to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on October 8, 2024.

Small cars

$52 - $111

All Car Types

$59 - $94

To rent a small car in Des Moines Airport, you would pay an average price of $49/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Des Moines Airport (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$111/day). In fact, November is about 4% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Des Moines Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Des Moines Airport, renting a small car saves you 11% 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 Des Moines Airport small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Des Moines Airport, you would pay an average price of $45/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Des Moines Airport (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$87/day). In fact, December is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Des Moines Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Des Moines Airport, renting a medium car saves you 18% 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 Des Moines Airport medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Des Moines Airport, you would pay an average price of $53/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Des Moines Airport (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$183/day). In fact, December is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Des Moines Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Des Moines Airport, renting a large car saves you 4% 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 Des Moines Airport large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Des Moines Airport, you would pay an average price of $56/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Des Moines Airport (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$104/day). In fact, December is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Des Moines Airport. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Des Moines Airport, renting a SUV is 0% 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 Des Moines Airport SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Rio$39/day
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Kia Rio
Chevrolet Spark$40/day
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Chevrolet Spark
Hyundai Kona$40/day
2
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Hyundai Kona

Top rental agencies in Des Moines Airport

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Des Moines Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Des Moines Airport. Reviews were last updated on October 8, 2024.

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.7
Very good
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very good
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.6
Good
22 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.4

Payless

7.0
Good
16 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

7.1

Dollar

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.5

Thrifty

6.7
Okay
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.0

Budget

6.6
Okay
29 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Best Des Moines Airport car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Des Moines Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Des Moines Airport with an average daily rate of $47. Data was last updated on October 8, 2024.
Hyundai Avante$38/day
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Hyundai Avante
Chrysler Pacifica$62/day
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Chrysler Pacifica
Volkswagen Tiguan$47/day
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A/C
Volkswagen Tiguan

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Des Moines Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on October 8, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found at Des Moines Airport?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $62/day when booking a rental car at Des Moines Airport. The best deal a user found was for $33/day from Turo, booked on Oct. 6.

  • Which car rental providers are at Des Moines Airport?

    There are 10 car rental providers located at Des Moines Airport. The following companies can be found near the Des Moines Airport car rental counter:National (9.6)Alamo (8.7)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.5)Hertz (7.6)Payless (7.0)Dollar (6.9)Thrifty (6.7)Budget (6.6)Avis (6.2)American Rent-A-Car (4.5)

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest at Des Moines Airport?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car at Des Moines Airport from the following companies over the past two weeks: Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($38/day), Budget ($38/day), and Avis ($40/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best at Des Moines Airport?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (9.6 rating), Alamo (8.7 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies at Des Moines Airport.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at Des Moines Airport for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is a popular option for travelers looking for car rental at Des Moines Airport. You can expect the average cost of rental car to be about $379 per week.

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

    Booking your car rental early can save you up to 41% on your rental. Aim to book your car rental at least 27 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price at Des Moines Airport.

  • Can I rent a car for a month at Des Moines Airport?

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at Des Moines Airport for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 69% on a month-long rental by booking with Turo. Turo is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car at Des Moines Airport can cost you on average $1,622 a month or $54 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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Luxury car rentals in Des Moines Airport

Find luxury car rental deals in Des Moines Airport from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Des Moines Airport cost an average of $53 per day. Price data was last updated on October 8, 2024.
Audi A4$53/day
5
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A/C
Audi A4

Van rentals in Des Moines Airport

Find van rental deals in Des Moines Airport from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Des Moines Airport cost an average of $62 per day. Price data was last updated on October 8, 2024.
Chrysler Voyager$62/day
5
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A/C
Chrysler Voyager

Car rentals by fuel type in Des Moines Airport

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Des Moines Airport. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Des Moines Airport. Deals were last updated on October 8, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Des Moines Airport. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($28+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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