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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 February 2025.

January

₹ 4,763

February

₹ 4,763

March

₹ 5,110

April

₹ 5,369

May

₹ 5,629

June

₹ 6,322

July

₹ 6,755

August

₹ 5,889

September

₹ 5,023

October

₹ 5,110

November

₹ 5,023

December

₹ 5,369

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.

Top rental agencies in Des Moines

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Des Moines known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Des Moines. Reviews were last updated on 22 February 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Des Moines, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and Thrifty. Skim reviews, rental 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 rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Des Moines, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 February 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 ₹ 78/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 3,508 and ₹ 5,067 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 43% in Des Moines - we recommend booking at least 27days in advance.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in Des Moines?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Des Moines is Economy (Toyota RAV4) based on our Cheapflights data.

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