Cheap Car Hire in Iowa from $8
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Iowa with a pick-up date of 27/2 and drop-off date of 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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 21 February 2025.
January
$86
February
$86
March
$92
April
$97
May
$101
June
$114
July
$122
August
$106
September
$90
October
$92
November
$90
December
$97
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Iowa is January. 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.
Popular car types in Iowa
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Iowa and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Economy
$116+
Compact
$120+
Intermediate
$97+
Standard
$120+
Full-size
$111+
People mover
$135+
Full-size SUV
$156+
Luxury
$131+
Intermediate SUV
$96+
Compact SUV
$96+
Standard SUV
$107+
Open-air all-terrain
$115+
Supplier choice
$116+
Luxury SUV
$118+
Compare available car types for hire in Iowa
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 21 February 2025.
Small cars | $79 - $205 | |
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All Car Types | $81 - $168 |
To hire a small car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of $113/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Iowa (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$205/day). In fact, November is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iowa, hiring a small car is 2% more expensive. 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 hire a medium car in Iowa, you would pay an average price of $67/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Iowa (~$82/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$142/day). In fact, November is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iowa, hiring a medium car saves you 40% 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 hire a SUV in Iowa, you would pay an average price of $57/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Iowa (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$143/day). In fact, March is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Iowa. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Iowa, hiring a SUV saves you 49% 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 hire agencies in Iowa
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Iowa known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Iowa. Reviews were last updated on 21 February 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Iowa?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.1 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Iowa.
What are petrol prices like in Iowa?
The average price of petrol in Iowa is $1.42/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $64 and $92 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Iowa for a week from Hertz?
Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in Iowa, offering car hire for around $1,177 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Iowa for the best price?
Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 43% in Iowa - we recommend booking at least 27days in advance.
Can I rent a car for a month in Iowa?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Iowa however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
Small car hires in Iowa
Find small car hire deals in Iowa from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Iowa cost an average of $8 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Car hires by fuel type in Iowa
Browse car hires by fuel type in Iowa. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Iowa. Deals were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Iowa. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($74+).
Electric
$74+
Hybrid
$86+