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Cheap Car Hire in Des Moines from R1 268

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 8/1 and drop-off date of 11/1. 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 22 November 2024.

January

R995

February

R959

March

R1 104

April

R1 122

May

R1 176

June

R1 321

July

R1 411

August

R1 230

September

R1 049

October

R1 067

November

R995

December

R1 049

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.

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 22 November 2024.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Des Moines, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and Alamo. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

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 hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Des Moines. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Des Moines with an average daily rate of R1 679. Data was last updated on 22 November 2024.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Des Moines. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Audi A3R1 268/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Found 11/20/24
Toyota RAV4R1 421/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Found 11/20/24
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 449/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Found 11/20/24

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 22 November 2024.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Des Moines?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Des Moines from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (R1 210/day), Alamo (R1 449/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (R1 566/day).

  • 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 R16,29/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R733 and R1 059 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 44% 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 Class Special Car, which is a Special vehicle.

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