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Cheap Car Rentals in Iowa from C$ 135

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Iowa with a pick-up date of 14/2 and drop-off date of 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Iowa car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Iowa. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Iowa?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Iowa and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

January

C$ 79

February

C$ 76

March

C$ 87

April

C$ 89

May

C$ 93

June

C$ 104

July

C$ 112

August

C$ 97

September

C$ 83

October

C$ 84

November

C$ 83

December

C$ 89

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Iowa is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Iowa

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Iowa to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Small cars

C$ 56 - C$ 146

All Car Types

C$ 89 - C$ 176

To rent a small car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of C$ 97/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Iowa (~C$ 56/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 146/day). In fact, December is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iowa, renting a small car saves you 22% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a medium car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of C$ 101/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Iowa (~C$ 72/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~C$ 238/day). In fact, February is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iowa, renting a medium car saves you 18% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a large car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of C$ 99/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Iowa (~C$ 80/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 281/day). In fact, March is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iowa, renting a large car saves you 20% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Iowa, you would pay an average price of C$ 64/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Iowa (~C$ 100/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~C$ 162/day). In fact, October is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Iowa, renting a SUV saves you 48% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Iowa

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Iowa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Iowa. Reviews were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very good
35 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.3
Good
36 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Budget

6.5
Okay
31 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.5

National

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Thrifty

8.8
Very good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.0

Alamo

8.7
Very good
15 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.7

Dollar

7.8
Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

Avis

6.8
Okay
21 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Iowa?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.2 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Iowa.

  • What are gas prices like in Iowa?

    The average gas price in Iowa is C$ 1.30/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 58 and C$ 84 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Iowa for a week from Hertz?

    Renting a car in Iowa for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around C$ 1,000/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Iowa for the best price?

    Booking your car rental early can save you up to 44% on your rental. Aim to book your car rental at least 29 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Iowa.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Iowa?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Iowa check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

Luxury car rentals in Iowa

Find luxury car rental deals in Iowa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Iowa cost an average of C$ 135 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Chevrolet Corvette StingrayC$ 135/day
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Car rentals by fuel type in Iowa

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Iowa. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Iowa. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

C$ 94+

Travelling to a place near Iowa?

Rent a car at Iowa if you plan to visit one of these locations
Brooklyn
Queens
Jersey City
Carlstadt
Elizabeth
Secaucus
Rahway
Bridgewater
Saddle Brook
Parsippany
Yonkers
Springfield
South Plainfield
Plainview
Staten Island
Englewood
Fort Lee
Wayne
Stratford
Irvington

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