What is the best car rental company at Des Moines Airport?

With an average rating of 7.7 from 39 momondo users, Hertz is the best-rated rental car company at Des Moines Airport. Users also consider Budget a reliable car rental agency at Des Moines Airport, giving it a 6.3 average rating from 42 reviews. Based on user feedback, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is the third best company, with an average rating of 8.9 from 23 reviews.

How much does it cost for a car rental at Des Moines Airport?

Renting a car at Des Moines Airport costs C$ 68/day on average. Renting a car for 1 week costs C$ 541 on average. If you need to rent a car at Des Moines Airport for 1 month, our users tend to pay a total of C$ 3,007 on average. These prices will also vary depending on what type of car you choose to rent.

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Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental cars at Des Moines Airport

Nissan Sylphy

or similar Intermediate

Up to 5 passengers

C$ 76/day

7 May - 13 May

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Kia Niro

or similar Intermediate SUV

Up to 5 passengers

C$ 94/day

7 May - 13 May

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Chevrolet Traverse

or similar Standard SUV

Up to 5 passengers

4-door vehicles

C$ 81/day

7 May - 13 May

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Nissan Versa

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

C$ 75/day

7 May - 13 May

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Toyota Sienna

or similar Minivan

Up to 5 passengers

5-door vehicles

C$ 99/day

7 May - 13 May

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Toyota Highlander

or similar Full-size SUV

Up to 5 passengers

4-door vehicles

C$ 185/day

30 May - 1 Jun

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Ford F-150

or similar Pick-up truck

Up to 5 passengers

C$ 107/day

7 May - 13 May

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GMC Yukon

or similar Premium SUV

Up to 5 passengers

C$ 200/day

30 May - 1 Jun

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Toyota Yaris

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

C$ 106/day

7 May - 13 May

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When is the best time to rent a car at Des Moines Airport?

According to our data, the best time to rent a car at Des Moines Airport is 13 days ahead of your pick-up date when prices are C$ 62/day on average. In the past year, momondo users found that weekend rental car prices at Des Moines Airport were C$ 73/day and weekday prices were C$ 79/day. Consider renting a car in January (the cheapest month), when car rental deals are C$ 65/day on average.

Des Moines Airport car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers at Des Moines Airport

National

10.0

Wonderful

1 review•1 location

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.9

Very good

13 reviews•1 location

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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.

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Easy pick up and drop off.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Customer service was excellent

10.0

Wonderful|May 2022

Thank you!

1 out of 5

Alamo

8.7

Very good

7 reviews•1 location

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Thrifty

8.0

Very good

1 review•2 locations

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Hertz

7.7

Good

23 reviews•1 location

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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.

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.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2022

Thanks

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2022

The Herrtz representative took care of us when we picked up the vehicle. She upgraded us to an all wheel drive vehicle when she realized that we would be driving in a snow storm. No prompting from myself, she just offered the upgrade for no additional cost. The vehicle was very clean and suited our needs perfectly.

1 out of 8

Dollar

1 location

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Payless

6.9

Okay

14 reviews•1 location

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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 5

Budget

6.3

Okay

27 reviews•1 location

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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 9

Car hire at Des Moines Airport

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car at Des Moines Airport so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Des Moines Airport?

Prices for cars in Des Moines Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Des Moines Airport?

The number of operators available for cars in Des Moines Airport is 15 as of April 2025.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Des Moines Airport?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Des Moines Airport. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Des Moines Airport?

When renting a car in Des Moines Airport, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.

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