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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Rapid City?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Rapid City 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 21 November 2024.

January

C$ 67

February

C$ 78

March

C$ 75

April

C$ 75

May

C$ 100

June

C$ 132

July

C$ 142

August

C$ 138

September

C$ 124

October

C$ 106

November

C$ 89

December

C$ 89

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Rapid City 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Rapid City

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Rapid City to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Small cars

C$ 63 - C$ 167

All Car Types

C$ 58 - C$ 235

To rent a small car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 93/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Rapid City, the United States (~C$ 63/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 167/day). In fact, April is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rapid City, renting a small car saves you 17% 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.

To rent a medium car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 115/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Rapid City, the United States (~C$ 54/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 426/day). In fact, April is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rapid City, renting a medium car is 3% more expensive. 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.

To rent a large car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 61/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Rapid City, the United States (~C$ 97/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 167/day). In fact, May is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rapid City, renting a large car saves you 45% 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.

To rent a SUV in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 82/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Rapid City, the United States (~C$ 50/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~C$ 166/day). In fact, April is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rapid City, renting a SUV saves you 27% 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.

Top rental agencies in Rapid City

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Rapid City known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Rapid City. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Rapid City, including Thrifty, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Rapid City. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Thrifty

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0
Wonderful
21 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.4

Hertz

8.2
Very good
23 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.7

Budget

7.9
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.3

Avis

7.5
Good
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

6.8

National

6.9
Okay
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.6

Easirent

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Rapid City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Rapid City?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), Alamo (9.3 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Rapid City.

  • What are gas prices like in Rapid City?

    The average gas price in Rapid City is C$ 1.26/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 57 and C$ 82 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Rapid City for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers rental cars in Rapid City for about C$ 816 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Rapid City for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 43% on a rental car in Rapid City. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 73 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Rapid City?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Rapid City however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people rent in Rapid City?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to rent a Special (Class Special Sedan) in Rapid City, making it the most popular option.

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