Car rental at Des Moines Airport
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Top tips for hiring a car at Des Moines Airport
- If you are looking for bargain car rental deals at Des Moines Airport (DSM), compare all the available prices of the onsite rental providers. Also, make your rental car reservation in advance to save more money and book the vehicle you want. You can forgo extras that you don’t need for your trip to cut more costs.
- If you’re planning a road trip across state lines, you can do so via a car rental at Des Moines Airport. Most onsite car rental providers allow renters to drive out of state, but additional charges may apply. To prevent penalties, ensure you inquire for restrictions, especially mileage restrictions and other details on the out-of-state policy, before signing the rental contract. Also, it is essential to note if you opt for a one-way car rental across the state lines, you face additional charges and payments.
- If you are traveling with your four-legged friend, you don’t have to worry about getting a car rental at Des Moines Airport. Various onsite rental providers at the airport accept pets in the vehicles. To avoid an additional cleaning fee, return the car reasonably clean and free of pet hair and odors. However, contact your rental provider in advance to inform them about your pet and inquire of any restrictions that may apply.
- Returning your car rental at DSM Airport is simple since this airport has clear signage guiding you to the car rental return area. If you operate on a full-to-full gas policy, consider filling up your gas tank near the airport to avoid surcharges at the car rental agency. Once at the designated drop-off spot, ensure you inspect your car for any damages and take pictures of the vehicle as proof of its condition. Upon clearing with the car rental agent, remember to ask for a receipt and for evidence that you returned your car on time.
- 25% of our users found a car hire at Des Moines Airport for $91 or less
- Book your car hire at Des Moines Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car at Des Moines Airport
What documents do I require to rent a car at DSM Airport?
You need to present a valid driver’s license held for at least one year to rent a car at DSM Airport. If you are a foreign renter with a valid driver’s license written in a language other than English, you will be required to present it with an International Driver’s Permit. Also, proof of identification may be required, especially for foreign nationals. Most car rental agencies at Des Moines Airport have set a minimum age requirement at 25. However, drivers under 25 can still rent a car at the airport, but additional charges and restrictions will apply.
What payment options are available for Des Moines Airport car rentals?
Car rental providers at DSM Airport accept various payment options, but credit cards are widely accepted as the primary payment option. The credit card must bear the name of the renter and raised or embossed characters. It is worth noting that virtual, prepaid, and recharge credit cards don’t apply. Typically, major credit cards are accepted, including Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. Nevertheless, debit cards are also allowed by some onsite car rental providers. However, although renting a car with a debit card is possible, additional requirements, charges, and restrictions may apply.
Can someone else drive my Des Moines Airport car rental?
Yes, car rental providers at DSM Airport accept the addition of extra drivers to your car rental. The additional drivers must meet similar car rental age and driver’s license requirements. However, you will incur additional daily charges for each additional driver. It is important to note that you risk being liable for any damages or breach of contract if you don’t register your secondary driver with your rental provider.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Des Moines Airport?
On average a rental car at Des Moines Airport costs $91 per day.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Des Moines Airport?
The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Des Moines Airport to off-airport locations is Alamo.
Des Moines Airport car rental reviews and directory
Alamo
8.6
Very Good
117 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.7
Value for money
8.6
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
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Staff was very helpful picking up and returning. Very convenient location in the airport and the cars are right outside the door in the baggage claim area6.0 Okay
Aug 2020
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Nice sized suvCons:
The gas gauge was way off. No horse power.9.6 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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Staff was super helpful. Class of vehicle rented wasn't available so they provided an upgrade and reduced the price for the trouble. Would highly recommend!10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2019
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Outstanding service. They were swamped when we got there, but they dealt with the long quickly. They did not have our size of car so they gave us a choice of upgrade that would suit us and gave us free gas to compensate the mileage. And they were very happy to do it. So we are very happy!Cons:
It was as good as it could have been.6.0 Okay
Aug 2019
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Staff was helpful and gave discount for dirty car.Cons:
Cleaner car.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2019
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My flight was delayed 3 times. I arrived at the counter 3.5 hours past my reservation. Alamo had my information ahead of time and everything was ready for me. Staff was very friendly & helpful!Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.9
Very Good
91 reviewsCleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.7
Value for money
8.3
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5.6 Fair
Jun 2020
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Pick up was easy, drop off was just a drop box since it was a Sunday evening.Cons:
The whole 3 hour drive we kept having large ants crawling on us! So gross and annoying.3.6 Poor
Apr 2020
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YesCons:
i booked and have always use my bank of america debit card for my car rentals and was denied my reservation cause i dont have a major cc when i have done it for years and thru enterprise before.8.4 Very Good
Aug 2019
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The staff for Pickup in Des Moines was very nice and helpful.Cons:
There was only one Customer Service Agent & there were a LOT of us in line.It took over 30 min to get the vehicle that I had pre-reserved on-line. I was supposed to "vett" the vehicle for damage and then turn in a paper if I found any prior to leaving, however, there was no lot attendant.9.2 Wonderful
Jun 2019
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Better price10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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Best customer service around.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2019
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The staff was nothing shy of fantastic from start to finish! There was a line when I checked in, but everyone was still so friendly and didn’t make me feel rushed! When I returned the keys, it was the fastest, most pleasant checkout I’ve even had!! Great Crew!Hertz
7.4
Good
70 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.7
Value for money
7.2
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6.0 Okay
May 2021
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The vehicle we had reserved had been "given away". We were given an upgrade; however it was not very comfortable. We had reserved a vehicle we knew we would be comfortable in for the long drive. Vehicle was dirty inside - used our own wipes to sanitize. Windshield wipers did not work properly. Was stressful on day 2 of the drive in the rain.6.0 Okay
Feb 2021
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The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, at the airport.Cons:
The person I spoke to on the phone, after my initial flight was canceled, could not have been less helpful, or more condescending.2.0 Poor
Jan 2021
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NothingCons:
They were not open when I arrived and I had to spend 3x as much getting a car from another company8.0 Very Good
Aug 2018
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Nice car and people.Cons:
Sirius should be included, especially when one already has a sirius account.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2018
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Staff was friendly and helpful!!Cons:
N/a10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2018
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Excellent Service!Budget
6.7
Okay
54 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.9
Value for money
6.6
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
May 2021
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Staff was friendly and helpfulCons:
Late fees and charges are outrageous as is charges for gas8.0 Very Good
Mar 2021
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Car had been smoked in.6.0 Okay
Mar 2021
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The budget customer service staff needs to work on their customer service experience. Their behavior is what drives this poor review. If you book a car through any of the travel apps they are not inclined to offer you any information Other than what you received while pre-booking.5.6 Fair
Sep 2020
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I had no washer fluid which made the ride home in the mist quite dangerous.2.0 Poor
Sep 2020
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Staff at desk was friendly.Cons:
Long lines. Misleading car. Too small. We didn’t fit. Had to cancel our trip.Payless
6.7
Okay
39 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
6.5
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10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2020
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Thanks y’all are great7.2 Good
Sep 2020
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Way too long of a line to pick up the car4.4 Mediocre
Feb 2020
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Will never use them again. Insane after-the-fact price hijacking and terrible service. I have been renting cars several times a year for years. I had never used Payless before but needed to book something about a week in advance of the date. It was about $300 to book for 3 days which was already expensive but when I picked up the car they tacked on another full day because they charge by the “24 hours” not by the day, which was already absurd. They would not budge on the cost, which was a surprise upon pickup. When I picked up the car the total came to over $600! For 3 days with a car! They wouldn’t explain the Huge increase except that it was a high demand time and that’s just the cost of the car. Awful experience. Will stick with the better name brands that are fair and honest about pricing.10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2019
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Easy, friendly, clean, and wanted a car that had a trunk so that my luggage wouldn't be obvious. Got just wanted I wanted/needed, thanks!10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2019
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Super friendly staff7.6 Good
Aug 2019
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drop off was easy.Cons:
took too long to get a car. Short staffed at our locationThrifty
6.1
Okay
37 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
5.5
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8.0 Very Good
Jul 2020
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staff was very friendly. Drop off was confusing as it was no longer Thrifty but Hertz9.6 Wonderful
Mar 2020
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The entire experience could not have been easier and more convenient.2.8 Poor
Dec 2019
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My car stopped working. Had to get an uber to get where I needed to go. The lyft they got me didnt even bring me to the right place to pick up my car at first. I had an extremely disappointing experience.2.0 Poor
Jul 2019
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I reserved a 7 passenger and after my card was scanned and I walked outside, I noticed I was given a 5 passenger. Transaction was supposed to be avoided but there continues to be a hold on my account5.6 Fair
Jul 2019
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Staff was incredibly rude and very unhelpful10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2019
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It as quick and easyNational
9.6
Wonderful
4 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.0
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Dollar
6.9
Okay
28 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
7.5
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2.0 Poor
Jul 2018
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I booked through Kayak and they took my debit card number and the reservation was made. When I got to Dollar rental they said I needed a credit card. I was never told during the booking process that I needed a credit card to make this reservation so I was extremely inconvenienced. Now I have to try to get a refund for the insurance I paid for.10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2018
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Lots of room, great gas mileage, very comfortable, great customer service.8.0 Very Good
Mar 2018
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We requested an intermediate SUV to drive from Iowa to California and back. Dollar gave us the Ford Escape. It was comfortable, handled really well, had good pickup, and many features you'd find in a more expensive car. Gas mileage was reasonable and the price Dollar charged me was more than fair.Cons:
I had to get an oil change once I reached California. However, Dollar reimbursed me for my cost when I returned. Dollar also said that any Hertz or Dollar outlet will handle that type of maintenance when needed on the road.3.6 Poor
Feb 2016
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The car didn't break down.Cons:
Besides having no modern amenities (usb outlet/bluetooth), the car smelled terrible. At one point I even searched the car to see if anything had been left behind... like a bag of poop. I bought two car air fresheners, but the stank overpowered them. Nasty 3 days.10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2016
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Easy drop off and pick up9.2 Wonderful
Jan 2016
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Fine car, very clean. Service at the counter at pickup and dropoff was great.Cons:
Only difficulty is that windshield wipers were terrible. Made for horrible visibility, especially at night, in the snowy/slushy conditions.Avis
6.0
Okay
20 reviewsCleanliness
5.9
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.7
Value for money
6.3
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8.0 Very Good
Apr 2021
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The service was good. I really liked the car, clean and nearly new. Good experience and better rates than other rental companies.Cons:
Tried to call the rental location several times and never got someone to answer. Customer service these days is the way to stay ahead of the rest.8.4 Very Good
Aug 2019
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Very friendly staff and made the experience interesting.Cons:
System issues meant a longer wait time10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2017
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Great price, nice big car, great customer serviceCons:
NY plates which made me stand out when I was driving. Prefer to have local plates next time.10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2017
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I received a new vehicle and the service provided was excellent. My flight was delayed and I arrived to the airport four hours later than pickup selected time, but had no problem.5.2 Fair
Mar 2017
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Our pickup lady decided to add $45 to our rental fee by adding on some optional insurance that she did not ask if we would like to add. She never asked up if we would like to add those options. She failed to get any initials from us on the lines that asked for my initials when agreeing to add those insurance options10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2016
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The pick up and drop off was easy and fast.American Rent-A-Car
4.5
Mediocre
8 reviewsCleanliness
7.0
Comfort
5.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.7
Value for money
4.5
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2.0 Poor
Jun 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2023
4.0 Mediocre
Feb 2023
2.0 Poor
Jan 2023
2.0 Poor
Aug 2022
2.0 Poor
Jun 2022
Airport Van
5.3
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Easirent
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5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, , USA Iowa
+1 914 368 0091
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Most popular agency | Alamo |
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Average price | $91/day |
Good deal | $91/day |