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Des Moines, IA, United States

15 May — 22 May

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Hyundai Accent

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

C$ 43/day

6 Jun - 8 Jun

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Kia Rio

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

4-door vehicles

C$ 43/day

6 Jun - 8 Jun

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Hyundai Elantra

or similar Intermediate

Up to 5 passengers

C$ 46/day

6 Jun - 8 Jun

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Hyundai Ioniq

or similar Standard

Up to 5 passengers

C$ 47/day

6 Jun - 8 Jun

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Nissan Sentra

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

C$ 47/day

6 Jun - 8 Jun

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Chevrolet Malibu

or similar Full-size

Up to 5 passengers

C$ 47/day

6 Jun - 8 Jun

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Toyota Yaris

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

C$ 48/day

6 Jun - 8 Jun

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Ford Fusion

or similar Full-size

Up to 5 passengers

C$ 49/day

6 Jun - 8 Jun

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Ford Focus Sedan

or similar Intermediate

Up to 5 passengers

4-door vehicles

C$ 52/day

6 Jun - 8 Jun

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Rental cars insight and trends in Iowa

Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in Iowa

What is the best rental car company in Iowa?

With an average review score of 8.7/10 from 37 reviewers, Alamo is rated the best car rental company in Iowa by our users. Alamo has 2 locations in Iowa including the popular city of Cedar Rapids.

What is the most popular type of car to rent in Iowa?

Intermediate cars are the preferred type of car to rent while visiting Iowa. This is a popular car type among drivers thanks to its value at an average rental price of C$ 64 per day. While 32% of momondo users settled on this type of car, you can always choose a different one based on your needs.

Iowa car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Iowa

Alamo

8.7

Very good

51 reviews•2 locations

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Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

The greeting.... how fast it was to get in and out...the car was amazing for prom night thank you

10.0

Wonderful|Feb. 2023

At pickup any desk could help me same for drop off. Car was 100 feet from desk. It doesn't get better.

10.0

Wonderful|Sep. 2022

Very helpful and friendly.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug. 2022

I had absolutely no problem with the car or Alamo!

2.0

Poor|Mar. 2022

I received a call the day before saying they could not fulfill my reservation. After many hours spent of my time calling and arguing I was finally given a car. I don’t know how they can just cancel a persons reservation. I had no other way to get home.

8.4

Very good|Sep. 2019

Fuel economy

No mapping capability turned on. Drivers seat wouldn’t recline

1 out of 17

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4

Very good

87 reviews•7 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Sep. 2023

The easiest car rental experience we’ve had. Thank you

10.0

Wonderful|Jul. 2023

Easy location to get to and to drop off. Staff was very accommodating and pleasant.

10.0

Wonderful|Jul. 2023

Could not have been smoother and nicer. Thank you!

10.0

Wonderful|Jul. 2023

Everything seemed to be quite satisfactory. I enjoyed the size of the car and all went well. No problems! Thank you!

10.0

Wonderful|Jul. 2023

Great experience with this rental

2.0

Poor|Jul. 2023

I called the night before pickup and the morning of and spoke with staff. I asked both time if there was a deposit which I was told no. When I arrived I was told there was a $300 deposit. I informed them I called twice and spoke with 2 dirge t agents who told me no deposit. Which I was as than told a law passed last month requiring a $300 deposit and they don’t really tell people over the phone that there is one.

1 out of 29

Hertz

7.3

Good

87 reviews•5 locations

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Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|Sep. 2023

The staff was friendly, and t the process to get in and out was quick.

2.0

Poor|Jun. 2023

We had a confirmed reservation #K49900528F4. Our flight from SFO landed in DSM at 8pm and we got the counter and it was closed. What kind of reputable company closes the airport counter at 6pm???? There was no way for us to pick up the keys. No alternatives and there was no prior alerts or updates that this was going to happen. We were to travel to Iowa City that night and ended up taking a Uber that cost us 170$+tip since we had no option inspite of a confirmed reservation. All the other car rental places were open in the airport and they did not have any cars either. They also emphasized that Hertz DSM was the only company that closes at 6pm each day. I will never book with them again. Disgraceful.

10.0

Wonderful|Jul. 2022

It was really good store manager change my drop off point so I didn’t have to go downtown and catch a cab to the airport with no extra charge he was really good pay for a tank of gas ahead of time but he knew it was only half full so he didn’t charge me for a whole tank trade me for a half a tank very accommodating

2.0

Poor|May 2022

Car was dirty, went to exchange it in Davenport location they said they couldn’t help me and turned me away. The hertz inside the moline airport was wonderful.

6.0

Okay|Apr. 2022

Allow different type cars to drop off in different location than pickup locations.

2.0

Poor|Apr. 2022

When this rental was booked I was supposed to be able to pick up the car at the Hertz rental at the airport. When I got there the agent at the rental dept told me that the rental had been booked at Hertz downtown C. Rapids and, "we're sorry but they're closed for the day." The only way I could get a rental was to do a whole NEW rental. The pre-paid rental money would be lost. I was stuck and had to get a new rental. The whole experience was terrible.

1 out of 29

Budget

6.8

Okay

57 reviews•4 locations

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4.0

Mediocre|Sep. 2023

Staff upon pick up was very competent but not very friendly. The same for drop off. Upon pick up the truck had a dent that was not disclosed to me before pick up. I tried to contact Budget to report and didn't get anyone to answer the phone so I left a message. The interior smelled very strongly of smoke with a perfume odor to try to mask it, almost intolerable. Thankfully the weather was nice and I could roll down the windows. There was a half eaten banana and half drank bottle of water in the bed of the truck. The truck itself was comfortable and easy to drive.

2.0

Poor|Sep. 2023

There was nobody at the desk on the night we were supposed to pick up the car. We had to stay in a local hotel and come back the next morning.

2.0

Poor|Jun. 2023

The agent gave me a very old car with multiple dents, a cracked windshield and a non-working rear wiper. When I asked for a road suitable car they refused to change the car. Budget needs to better maintain vehicles and not give customers junkers

10.0

Wonderful|Jun. 2023

Me gusto la experiencia fueron miy amables

8.0

Very good|Apr. 2023

Rate was less than half of what National would have charged me for a one-way rental. Car was not as nice, but I was more concerned with the rate for this trip. Budget customer service was excellent-- in and out very fast both pickup in Des Moines and drop off in STL.

10.0

Wonderful|Sep. 2022

Quick and easy pick up and drop off

1 out of 19

Avis

6.8

Okay

40 reviews•3 locations

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Apr. 2023

Required a credit card

8.0

Very good|Feb. 2023

I liked that the offered to fill up your vehicle for you and that the price of gasoline offered was 30-40 cents cheaper than gas nearby.

10.0

Wonderful|Feb. 2023

Avis service at the Waterloo Airport was excellent. I recommend it. thanks

10.0

Wonderful|Feb. 2023

great service

8.0

Very good|Sep. 2022

The pick up and drop off was simple. The car looked like it had been rear ended at some point. The windows were pretty dirty, However the interior was clean. I got a larger car than I reserved so I was happy overall.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2022

The pick up and drop off agents were very good.

1 out of 14

National

2 locations

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Dollar

7.3

Good

13 reviews•2 locations

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Payless

7.0

Good

25 reviews•1 location

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Aug. 2023

I waited 90 minutes for a car for which I was already late by over an hour to pick up. The car I was given was a 2 seater tiny car and I had rented a mid sized car similar to a Camry. I got a Miata which was not an ideal vehicle for why I rented it. The gal at the counter was surly and rude.

6.0

Okay|Jun. 2023

I returned the car on time and 3 days later got a text saying I need to return my car. It required follow up to resolve the issue and a bit of unneeded anxiety.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

Their computers were down so even though I was there on time, after serving me for 45 min (ie I was not in line) they were not closer to being able to print my contract. I’m still waiting for them to return my payment. They were unable to rent a car to me. I need a refund. Can you help me get a refund? (Weirdly, the same staff were renting for budget car rental and had no problems with that computer. However their budget cars were all taken so I received no car.)

2.0

Poor|May 2023

I PAID $135.00 AND NEVER EVEN GOT TO GET THE CAR. I WAS DENIED AT COUNTER BECAUSE I DIDNT HAVE A FLIGHT BOOKED TOO. AND WAS TOLD I COULDNT BE REFUNDED OR SWITCH TO A DIFFERENT PICK UP LOCATION EITHER. APPARENTLY IN ORDER TO GET A CAR RENTAL WITH PICK UP LOCATION AT DSM AIRPORT YOU MUST ALSO HAVE A FLIGHT BOOKED OUT OF THAT AIRPORT. OBVIOUSLY I WAS NOT AWARE OF THIIS. I DID NOT SEE THIS INFO ON ANY TERMS & CONDITIONS, OR POLICIES. IVE SPENT HOURS TRYING TO RESLOVE THIS ISSUE SINCE FRIDAY. IVE CALLED KAYAK, CAR RENTERS.COM, AND PAYLESS AND STILL NOTHING. IM VERY UPSET ABOUT THIS AND THE LACK OF CUSTOMER CARE FROM ALL INVOLVED HAS BEEN SERIOUSLY DISAPPOINTING. I WOULD LIKE EITHER A REFUND OR TO BOOK A CAR RENTAL FOR ANOTHER TIME, OR HOTEL ROOM OR SOMETHING. $135 MAY NOT BE MUCH MONEY TO SOME BUT ITS ALOT TO ME AND MY FAMILY. WE SAVED FOR 2 MONTHS TO COME UP W THE EXTRA FUNDS TO GET THIS XAR RENTAL TO ATTEND A GRADUATION CEREMONY. WHICH WE COULD NOT ATTEND DUE TO NOT GETTING THE RENTAL CAR. SO AS YOU CAN NOW SEE IT WAS A HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE.

10.0

Wonderful|Nov. 2022

Car windshield wipers gif not work correctly

4.0

Mediocre|Aug. 2022

The agents at the desk were too slow and there were only two of them so the wait was way beyond what I expected…

1 out of 9

Car rental in Iowa

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Iowa so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How long do people rent a car for when staying in Iowa?

The most popular length of time momondo users rent a car in Iowa is 7 days. For a 7-day rental the average daily price is C$ 76, though prices are subject to change depending on the type of car you rent and what city you stay in. To rent a car for a week in general is C$ 530 on average and for a weekend rental, expect to pay a total of C$ 155 on average. Month-long Iowa car rentals are generally about C$ 2,606 in total depending on your dates.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Iowa?

Prices for cars in Iowa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Iowa?

The number of operators available for cars in Iowa is 38 as of May 2024.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Iowa?

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Iowa. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Iowa?

To rent a car in Iowa, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Iowa?

Booking a car rental in Iowa via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car rental websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Iowa?

momondo helps you find the best car rental deal in Iowa by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.