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Des Moines, USA - Iowa
Tue, Sep 08
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Cheapest car rental rates

No deductible

Chevrolet Spark

or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
1
$34.79
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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No deductible

Kia Soul

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
2
$35.22
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
4
$35.65
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota RAV4

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
11
$36.93
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
3
$35.50
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Kia Soul

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
5
$35.93
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Camry

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
6
$36.22
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
7
$36.22
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
8
$36.36
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Camry

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
9
$36.93
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
10
$36.93
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota RAV4

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
12
$37.65
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Mazda CX-50

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
13
$42.33
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Ave
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Ave
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Ford Edge

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
14
$42.66
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Chevrolet Equinox

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
15
$43.37
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
16
$45.75
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Nissan Versa

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
17
$45.75
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Hyundai Elantra

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
18
$45.75
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
19
$46.02
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Nissan Versa

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
20
$46.02
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Corolla

or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
21
$46.71
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Nissan Versa

or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
22
$46.71
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
23
$47.13
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
24
$47.40
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
25
$48.09
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Chevrolet Equinox

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
26
$48.33
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Ave
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Ave
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Tacoma

or similar Standard Regular Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
27
$49.57
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Nissan Altima

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
28
$49.57
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Tacoma

or similar Standard Regular Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
29
$49.84
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Hyundai Kona

or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
30
$49.84
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Chevrolet Malibu

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
31
$49.84
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Toyota Tacoma

or similar Standard Regular Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
32
$50.53
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Hyundai Kona

or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
33
$50.53
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Chevrolet Malibu

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
34
$50.53
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Nissan Rogue

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
35
$52.64
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Jeep Wrangler

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
36
$52.64
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Jeep Grand Cherokee

or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
37
$52.68
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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No deductible

Nissan Rogue

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
38
$52.92
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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No deductible

Jeep Wrangler

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
39
$52.92
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Jeep Grand Cherokee

or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
40
$53.40
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to the car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Nissan Rogue

or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
41
$53.61
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Jeep Wrangler

or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
42
$53.61
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Ford Explorer

or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
4
43
$53.85
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Ave
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Ave
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Hyundai Kona

or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
44
$54.50
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Ford F-150

or similar Premium Regular Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
45
$64.34
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Chevrolet Equinox

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
46
$64.34
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Ford F-150

or similar Premium Regular Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
47
$64.61
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Chevrolet Equinox

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
48
$64.61
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
2540 Leland Avenue
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Ford F-150

or similar Premium Regular Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
49
$65.31
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
No deductible

Chevrolet Equinox

or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
50
$65.31
per day
Free cancellation
8.2
Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
5800 Fleur Dr
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
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Table of contents
Cheapest car rental ratesWhy book with us?Travel informationTop 2 cities near Des MoinesTop 2 locations near Des MoinesMap of top car rental locationsWhen to book in Des Moines and for how long?Car rental informationMost popular car models of rental suppliersCar rental statisticsTop 7 suppliers in Des Moines in 2026Award-winning service

Travel information

Languages
English
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$69 per day
Average car rental length
5 days
Speed limit within town
56–72 km/h or 35–45 mph
Speed limit out of town
88–104 km/h or 55–65 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$0.80 per liter or $3.03 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$0.70 per liter or $2.65 per gallon
Highest gas price
$0.89 per liter or $3.37 per gallon

Top 2 cities near Des Moines

  1. Cedar Rapidsfrom $56.97 per day
    170.8 km / 106.13 miles away
  2. Sioux Cityfrom $65.87 per day
    249 km / 154.72 miles away

Top 2 locations near Des Moines

  1. Des Moines International Airportfrom $48.70 per day
    6.8 km / 4.23 miles away
  2. The Eastern Iowa Airportfrom $66.46 per day
    162.1 km / 100.72 miles away

Map of top car rental locations

A
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
7 rental locations

When to book in Des Moines and for how long?

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Des Moines?

Car rental prices in Des Moines vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.

Saver's insights

Cheapest monthSeptember Most expensive month June
Average price $42 A good deal $57 Cheapest supplier Budget Cheapest car type Small cars
Average rental costs per day in Des Moines
$104
$52
$0

$90

in January

Jan

$59

in February

Feb

$53

in March

Mar
Apr

$67

in May

May

$94

in June

Jun

$85

in July

Jul

$47

in August

Aug

$43

in September

Sep

$52

in October

Oct

$56

in November

Nov

$60

in December

Dec

The cheapest month to rent a car in Des Moines is September (when prices average $42.61 per day). This is -2% cheaper than the yearly average and 55% cheaper than renting in June (when prices average $94.36).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Des Moines?

Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Des Moines is February, and the least popular is January.

Monthly searches in Des Moines by pick-up date relative to the average
2.2
1.1
0

0.3 times in January

Jan

2 times in February

Feb

0.3 times in March

Mar
Apr

Same as average in May

May

2 times in June

Jun

0.3 times in July

Jul

0.3 times in August

Aug

Same as average in September

Sep

0.3 times in October

Oct

1.3 times in November

Nov

2 times in December

Dec

What’s the usual rental length in Des Moines?

How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in August, the average renter keeps their car for 12 days, and in January, they keep their car for one day.

Average number of rental days in Des Moines
13
7
0

1 day in January

Jan

5 days in February

Feb

7 days in March

Mar
Apr

9 days in May

May

3 days in June

Jun

4 days in July

Jul

12 days in August

Aug

8 days in September

Sep

2 days in October

Oct

6 days in November

Nov

7 days in December

Dec

Car rental information

📍 Car rental locations1
✈️ Airport locations1
🔥 Popular suppliersBudget, Enterprise, Alamo, Avis, Payless
🚗 Popular car typesSUVs, large cars, small cars, premium cars
🤑 Lowest price$49 per day
👛 Cheapest supplierBudget

Car rental statistics

Highest-rated company
Alamo (rated 8.3 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Payless (rated 8.1 / 10)
Total rental companies
7
Average daily price
$69
Lowest daily price
$49
Total cars available
188

Top 7 suppliers in Des Moines in 2026

Alamo
1 location
Alamo
8.3
Good
3 ratings
Value for money
8.1
Ease of finding
8.3
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.3
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
8.4
$64–$147
per day
Most popular location
2540 Leland Avenue,
Budget
1 location
Budget
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.1
Car condition
8.3
$49–$267
per day
Most popular location
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Enterprise
1 location
Enterprise
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.1
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.3
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.2
Car condition
8.3
$64–$163
per day
Most popular location
2540 Leland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
Hertz
1 location
Hertz
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.1
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.3
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.2
Car condition
8.4
Most popular location
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321, United States
National
1 location
National
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.1
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.2
Car condition
8.3
$65–$148
per day
Most popular location
2540 Leland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
Avis
1 location
Avis
8.1
Good
2 ratings
Value for money
8.0
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.1
Car condition
8.2
$50–$267
per day
Most popular location
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321
Payless
1 location
Payless
8.1
Good
Value for money
8.0
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.1
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
7.9
Most popular location
5800 Fleur Drive

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