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Cheap Car Rentals in South Dakota from C$ 66

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in South Dakota with a pick-up date of 28/5 and drop-off date of 27/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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South Dakota car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South Dakota. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

C$ 62

Cheapest price per day

C$ 66

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Dakota?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Dakota and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

January

C$ 62

February

C$ 72

March

C$ 73

April

C$ 72

May

C$ 102

June

C$ 118

July

C$ 128

August

C$ 128

September

C$ 113

October

C$ 87

November

C$ 83

December

C$ 84

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Dakota is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in South Dakota

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South Dakota and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

There are 306 rental agencies servicing South Dakota. These agencies, altogether, have 15,455 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? pick-up truck is the cheapest car type to rent in South Dakota with prices from C$ 66 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can rent in South Dakota:

Economy

Economy

C$ 73+

Compact

Compact

C$ 73+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 74+

Standard

Standard

C$ 74+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 79+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 212+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 66+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 74+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 79+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 83+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 96+

Compare available car types for rental in South Dakota

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South Dakota to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Small cars

C$ 61 - C$ 152

All Car Types

C$ 57 - C$ 258

To rent a small car in South Dakota, you would pay an average price of C$ 83/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Dakota (~C$ 61/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 152/day). In fact, April is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for South Dakota. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Dakota, renting a small car saves you 24% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Dakota small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in South Dakota, you would pay an average price of C$ 102/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South Dakota (~C$ 52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 344/day). In fact, April is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for South Dakota. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Dakota, renting a medium car saves you 8% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Dakota medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in South Dakota, you would pay an average price of C$ 63/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in South Dakota (~C$ 91/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 180/day). In fact, September is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for South Dakota. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Dakota, renting a large car saves you 43% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Dakota large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in South Dakota, you would pay an average price of C$ 63/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South Dakota (~C$ 48/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 211/day). In fact, April is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for South Dakota. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Dakota, renting a SUV saves you 42% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Dakota SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai VenueC$ 73/day
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Hyundai Venue
Kia RioC$ 73/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio

Top rental agencies in South Dakota

Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Dakota known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Dakota. Reviews were last updated on 16 May 2024.

Alamo

9.4
Wonderful
55 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7
Very good
85 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Hertz

8.4
Very good
97 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.9

National

7.9
Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.9

Avis

7.7
Good
28 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

6.9

Budget

7.4
Good
17 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

6.5

Easirent

2 locations

Sunnycars

2 locations

Best South Dakota car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Dakota. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in South Dakota with an average daily rate of C$ 89. Data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Chevrolet ColoradoC$ 66/day
5
2
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A/C
Chevrolet Colorado
Kia ForteC$ 73/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Forte
Toyota CamryC$ 73/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Camry

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Dakota, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 May 2024.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in South Dakota?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Silvercar (8.6 rating), Alamo (8.5 rating) and Yesaway (8.5 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in South Dakota.

  • What are gas prices like in South Dakota?

    The average gas price in South Dakota is C$ 1.42/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 64 and C$ 92 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South Dakota for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car rental in South Dakota. You can expect the average cost of a rental car to be about C$ 437 per week.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in South Dakota for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in South Dakota it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 46%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 90 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Dakota?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in South Dakota.

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Van rentals in South Dakota

Find van rental deals in South Dakota from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in South Dakota cost an average of C$ 119 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 85/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 130/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan
Toyota SiennaC$ 130/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna

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