Cheapflights insights for Des Moines Airport car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Des Moines Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Des Moines Airport?
To get the best deal on car hire at Des Moines Airport, book about 17 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 165, which is about 200% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car hire company at Des Moines Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company at Des Moines Airport is National (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.9/10 with 12 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car at Des Moines Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car at Des Moines Airport is January, when you can expect to pay AED 173/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car at Des Moines Airport is July (AED 250/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
AED 173
February
AED 176
March
AED 220
April
AED 195
May
AED 187
June
AED 213
July
AED 250
August
AED 231
September
AED 184
October
AED 195
November
AED 202
December
AED 202
What car do most people hire at Des Moines Airport?
SUV cars (Chevrolet Traverse or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Des Moines Airport. Intermediate cars (Ford Escape or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations at Des Moines Airport?
Thrifty has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Airport Van has the second-highest number of locations at Des Moines Airport at 1.
Top rental agencies in Des Moines Airport
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Des Moines Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Des Moines Airport. Reviews were last updated on 16 July 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Des Moines Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 July 2025.
Which car hire providers are at Des Moines Airport?
There are 9 car rental providers located at Des Moines Airport. The following companies can be found near the Des Moines Airport car rental counter:National (10.0)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.9)Alamo (8.7)Hertz (7.7)Dollar (7.3)Payless (6.9)Avis (6.2)Budget (6.2)American Rent-A-Car (4.5)
Can I rent a car for a month at Des Moines Airport?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month at Des Moines Airport check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.