That depends where you’d like to go. Downtown Dubuque, about 7 miles from Dubuque, IA Airport (DBQ-Dubuque Regional), can be difficult to drive around. Make things easy by opting for something compact, fuel-efficient, and a cinch to handle. That being said, Dubuque is an excellent base to explore many of the prairies in Iowa. If your getaway is more about cruising down long stretches of road, you may want a ride with more trunk space and room to move. How about an SUV or a full-size car?