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Iowa car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Iowa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.

Most common car type

Standard

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Iowa?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Iowa 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 21 February 2025.

January

R1 013

February

R1 013

March

R1 087

April

R1 142

May

R1 198

June

R1 345

July

R1 437

August

R1 253

September

R1 069

October

R1 087

November

R1 069

December

R1 142

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Iowa 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 Iowa

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Iowa to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.

Medium cars

R717 - R2 041

All Car Types

R717 - R2 148

To hire a medium car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of R596/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Iowa (~R717/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 041/day). In fact, September is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iowa, 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 Iowa

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Iowa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Iowa. Reviews were last updated on 21 February 2025.

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

8,7
Very Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,7

Value

8,5

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 Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Iowa?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10,0 rating), Silvercar (9,1 rating) and Alamo (8,4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Iowa.

  • What are petrol prices like in Iowa?

    The average price of petrol in Iowa is R16,60/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R747 and R1 078 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 43% on a hire car in Iowa. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 27 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Iowa?

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

Travelling to a place near Iowa?

Hire a car at Iowa if you plan to visit one of these locations
Brooklyn
Queens
Carteret
Jersey City
Bronx
Stamford
Clinton
Elizabeth
Carlstadt
Staten Island
Bridgewater
Rutherford
Tannersville
Rye
Elmsford
Secaucus

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