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Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Iowa, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Iowa?

To get the best deal on car hire in Iowa, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 251, which is about 269% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Iowa?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Iowa is National (rated 10.0/10). Alamo (rated 8.1/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
10.0
Alamo
Alamo
8.1
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.1
Hertz
Hertz
7.4

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Iowa is January, when you can expect to pay RM 209/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Iowa is July (RM 352/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

RM 209

February

RM 216

March

RM 285

April

RM 275

May

RM 316

June

RM 342

July

RM 352

August

RM 298

September

RM 278

October

RM 261

November

RM 235

December

RM 241

What car do most people hire in Iowa?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox, for example) are the most popular in Iowa. Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu) and Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Iowa.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Iowa?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 18 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Iowa at 12.

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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 21 January 2026.

National

3 locations
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Alamo

3 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

18 locations
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Hertz

12 locations
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Dollar

7 locations
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Payless

1 location
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Avis

10 locations
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Budget

9 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Iowa, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 January 2026.

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

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

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