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, Table 128 Bistro + Bar (12695 University Ave Suite 140) and Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive (12801 University Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Clive

Clive in November
Estimated hotel price
$84
1 night at 3-star hotel
Clive in November
Estimated hotel price
$84
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 Air Canada, Frontier and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Clive departs from Denver and takes around 1h 36m.

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 Hertz and Avis, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes 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 Air Canada, Frontier and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Clive departs from Denver and takes around 1h 36m.

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 Hertz and Avis, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Clive.

Airports near Clive

Airlines serving Clive

Lufthansa
Good (7,180 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,351 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,842 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,835 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,553 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,669 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,900 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,236 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,097 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,424 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
Frontier
Good (3,579 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (831 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,037 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,903 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,088 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,450 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,980 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, 835 reviews)
$119+
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (9, 715 reviews)
$166+
Surety Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 177 reviews)
$135+
Wildwood Lodge & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 385 reviews)
$128+
Best Western PLUS Des Moines West Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 210 reviews)
$91+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines W, IA
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1070 reviews)
$89+

Renting a car in Clive

Expect to pay $3.71 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 $44.52 and $59.36.

Expect to pay $3.71 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 $44.52 and $59.36.