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. Clive deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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 October
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Clive in October
Estimated hotel price
$92
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 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Clive include American Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Clive departs from Denver and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Clive is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 180 miles 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 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Clive include American Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Clive departs from Denver and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Clive is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 180 miles 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

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,696 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,657 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,027 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,076 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,663 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,494 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,060 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,671 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,898 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,061 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,427 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Clive

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Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1040 reviews)
$108+
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Wildwood Lodge & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 610 reviews)
$96+
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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 stars
Excellent (9, 1656 reviews)
$78+
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Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 603 reviews)
$100+
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Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 334 reviews)
$89+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines W, IA
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1076 reviews)
$84+
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Renting a car in Clive

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88.

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