Car Rental at Des Moines International Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Des Moines International Airport
Compact
Nissan Versa
or similar
$63.35
/ per day
Des Moines International Airport
Intermediate SUV
Nissan Rogue
or similar
$67.79
/ per day
Des Moines International Airport
Economy
Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar
$69.89
/ per day
Des Moines International Airport
Premium Regular Cab Pickup
Ford F-150
or similar
$65.74
/ per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Des Moines International Airport
Full-size
Nissan Altima
or similar
$69.95
/ per day
Des Moines International Airport
Standard
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar
$69.95
/ per day
Des Moines International Airport
Standard Elite SUV
Audi Q3
or similar
$70.86
/ per day
Des Moines International Airport
Full-size Elite
Audi A5 Sportback
or similar
$89.86
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 06:45 on 2024-04-21. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Languages
English
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$71 per day
Average car rental length
6 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 gasoline price
$0.82 per liter or $3.10 / 1 gallon
Lowest gasoline price
$0.71 per liter or $2.69 / 1 gallon
Highest gasoline price
$0.96 per liter or $3.63 / 1 gallon
Airport info
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
- IATA: DSM
- ICAO: KDSM
- Name: Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
- Distance from city: 3 miles / 4.8 km
Top Locations near Des Moines International Airport
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166.6 km / 103.5 miles
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Des Moines International Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Des Moines International Airport varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day at Des Moines International Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Des Moines International Airport is November — when rental costs average $56.69 per day. This is 14% cheaper than the yearly average and 27% cheaper than renting a car in September (when prices average $78.08 per day).
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.
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.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Des Moines International Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in September the average rental period is 13 days, while in November, the average rental period is only 3 days.
Average number of rental days at Des Moines International Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Des Moines International Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Des Moines International Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car at Des Moines International Airport in March, while they are least likely to rent in in September.
Monthly searches at Des Moines International Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Rental Information
| Popular suppliers | Hertz, Payless, Alamo |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, SUVs, Large cars, Premium cars |
| Lowest price | $63 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Alamo |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payless | Kia Rio | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Hertz | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Alamo | Volkswagen Jetta | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Hertz | Volkswagen Jetta | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Alamo | Chrysler 300 | 4 | 2 | Premium cars |
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Alamo
7.8 / 10
Lowest rated company
Payless
7.5 / 10
Total rental companies
7
Average daily price
$70.92
Lowest daily price
$63.35
Total cars available
577
Top 7 Suppliers at Des Moines International Airport in 2024
Alamo
8448164385
5800 FLEUR DR,
$63 - $231
Budget
+15152872612
5800 Fleur Drive
Working hours
Mon:08:00-23:30
Tue:08:00-23:30
Wed:08:00-23:30
Thu:08:00-23:30
Fri:08:00-23:30
Sat:08:00-22:00
Sun:08:00-23:30
Enterprise
+18449960646
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321
$67 - $238
Hertz
+15152565848
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321, United States
Working hours
Mon:08:30-18:00
Tue:08:30-18:00
Wed:08:30-18:00
Thu:08:30-18:00
Fri:08:30-18:00
Sat:08:30-16:00
Sun:08:30-18:00
National
+18448164384
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321
$69 - $240
Avis
+15152565623
5800 Fleur Drive
Working hours
Mon:08:00-23:30
Tue:08:00-23:30
Wed:08:00-23:30
Thu:08:00-23:30
Fri:08:00-23:30
Sat:08:00-22:00
Sun:08:00-23:30
Payless
5152565228
5800 Fleur Drive
Working hours
Mon:08:00-23:30
Tue:08:00-23:30
Wed:08:00-23:30
Thu:08:00-23:30
Fri:08:00-23:30
Sat:08:00-22:00
Sun:08:00-23:30
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