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How far in advance should I hire a car in Des Moines?

To get the best deal on car hire in Des Moines, book about 27 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ₹ 4,705, which is about 7,271% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Des Moines?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Des Moines is National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 8.5/10 with 7 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Des Moines, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just ₹ 4,705. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging ₹ 6,759 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Des Moines, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just ₹ 4,705. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging ₹ 6,759 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₹ 4,705

February

₹ 4,791

March

₹ 5,304

April

₹ 4,962

May

₹ 6,245

June

₹ 6,759

July

₹ 6,673

August

₹ 5,818

September

₹ 4,962

October

₹ 5,048

November

₹ 4,962

December

₹ 5,304

What car do most people rent in Des Moines?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Des Moines are the following: Standard cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar), and Premium cars (Nissan Maxima or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Des Moines?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Des Moines at 2.

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 13 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Des Moines, including National, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

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

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
26 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.7

Thrifty

8.0
Very Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

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

6.3
Okay
27 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.3

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 13 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Des Moines for a week from National?

    National is one of the most popular car hire companies in Des Moines, offering car hire for around ₹ 48,383 per week on average.

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

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

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