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Cheap Car Hire in Des Moines

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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 25 février 2025.

January

R1 009

February

R1 009

March

R1 082

April

R1 137

May

R1 192

June

R1 339

July

R1 431

August

R1 248

September

R1 064

October

R1 082

November

R1 064

December

R1 137

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

Compare available car types for rental in Des Moines

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 25 février 2025.

Medium cars

R713 - R2 032

All Car Types

R713 - R2 138

To hire a medium car in Des Moines, the United States, you would pay an average price of R593/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Des Moines, the United States (~R713/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 032/day). In fact, September is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Des Moines. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Des Moines, renting a medium car saves you 2% 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.

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 25 février 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Des Moines, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and Thrifty. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,1
Very Good
30 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,7

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

Thrifty

8,8
Very Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

9,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

9,0

Alamo

8,5
Very Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,2

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

6,4
Okay
26 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Des Moines, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 février 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Des Moines?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10,0 rating), Thrifty (8,8 rating) and Alamo (8,7 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 R16,52/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R743 and R1 074 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 43% on your car hire. For a below average price in Des Moines, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 27 days in advance.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in Des Moines?

    The most popular car to hire while in Des Moines is the Toyota RAV4, which is a Standard vehicle.

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