Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Clive travel guide

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You're Going to Love Clive

With a population of 15,447, Clive is a must-see destination in Iowa, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Clive to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Clive

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IA (12801 University Ave) and Aura Restaurant & Lounge (12851 University Ave 400) are great picks.

When to visit Clive

Clive in January
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Clive in January
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Clive

Plane

When flying to Clive, you’ll arrive at Des Moines Airport (DSM), which is located 9 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Clive include American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Clive departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 38m.

Car

Another option to get to Clive is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 290 km from Clive. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Plane

When flying to Clive, you’ll arrive at Des Moines Airport (DSM), which is located 9 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Clive include American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Clive departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 38m.

Car

Another option to get to Clive is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 290 km from Clive. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Airports near Clive

ALOWaterloo
FODFort Dodge
DSMDes Moines

Airlines serving Clive

Lufthansa
Good (8,157 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,547 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,132 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,489 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,041 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,635 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,903 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,387 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,423 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,718 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,518 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,761 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,470 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,965 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,681 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,880 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,283 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Clive

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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 408 reviews)
$141+
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Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1159 reviews)
$90+
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Wildwood Lodge & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9, 643 reviews)
$114+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines W, IA
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1099 reviews)
$88+
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Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West/Clive
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 161 reviews)
$100+
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Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 335 reviews)
$95+
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Renting a car in Clive

Renting a car in Clive costs $63 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 29% cheaper than airport locations in Clive.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Clive (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83.

Renting a car in Clive costs $63 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 29% cheaper than airport locations in Clive.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Clive (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83.

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