Cheap Thrifty Car Hire Deals at Des Moines Airport, DSM

Planning to rent a car with for more than a couple of weeks? No problem! Simply enter your desired dates when searching, and we'll show you available options. Remember, renting for a full month might be cheaper than renting for three weeks.

Allow for possible delays at the rental desk, particularly during busy travel times.

Many rental companies require payment by credit card and may not accept debit cards. If you only have a debit card, check the rental company's payment policies in advance and look for suitable options.

To save on refueling costs when departing from Airport, look for deals with a 'full to full' tank fuel policy, or even better, a free tank fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

When renting a car, understand the fuel policy. A 'Full-to-Full' policy means you return the car with a full tank, while 'Same-to-Same' means you return it with the same level of fuel. Full-to-Full is often more cost-effective.

If sharing driving responsibilities, check the policies regarding additional drivers. Some companies charge fees for each extra driver, while others may include it for free under certain conditions.

We recommend that in order to have access to the best deals when considering hiring a car at Airport you should pre-book online up to 4 weeks in advance.

At Airport, you can rent a variety of cars, from small three-door models for city driving to people carriers and vans. Take your time to find the one that suits your needs. The most popular car types at Airport are Standard SUV, Compact, Intermediate