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 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 6 miles 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 Jacksonville and takes around 2h 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 Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Clive departs from Jacksonville and takes around 2h 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

Lufthansa
Good (8,102 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,531 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,073 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,614 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,896 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,603 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,854 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,269 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,582 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,536 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,860 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,941 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,485 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,628 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,254 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,851 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, 402 reviews)
$137+
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Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1134 reviews)
$90+
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Wildwood Lodge & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 628 reviews)
$98+
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Home2 Suites Des Moines at Drake University
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 259 reviews)
$107+
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Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 620 reviews)
$122+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines W, IA
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1089 reviews)
$81+
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Renting a car in Clive

Renting a car in Clive costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 33% cheaper than airport locations in Clive.

Expect to pay $4.39 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 $52.69 and $70.26.

Renting a car in Clive costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 33% cheaper than airport locations in Clive.

Expect to pay $4.39 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 $52.69 and $70.26.

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