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, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. 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, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. 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

Airlines serving Clive

Lufthansa
Good (7,950 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,509 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,914 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,459 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,196 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,579 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,653 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,761 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,563 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,966 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,391 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,288 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,528 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,514 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,911 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,191 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,978 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,788 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,213 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Clive

Most booked hotels in Clive

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1127 reviews)
$103+
Wildwood Lodge & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 630 reviews)
$107+
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 402 reviews)
$137+
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 355 reviews)
$156+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines W, IA
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1091 reviews)
$91+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 669 reviews)
$75+

Renting a car in Clive

Renting a car in Clive costs $65 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Clive.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47.

Renting a car in Clive costs $65 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Clive.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47.