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Cheap Car Rentals in South Dakota from C$ 83

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in South Dakota with a pick-up date of 7/3 and drop-off date of 9/3. 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 2025

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 6 February 2025.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

C$ 81

Cheapest price per day

C$ 83

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 6 February 2025.

January

C$ 85

February

C$ 81

March

C$ 80

April

C$ 77

May

C$ 107

June

C$ 135

July

C$ 145

August

C$ 141

September

C$ 127

October

C$ 108

November

C$ 92

December

C$ 94

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Dakota is April. 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 6 February 2025.

There are 332 rental agencies servicing South Dakota. These agencies, altogether, have 17,196 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in South Dakota with prices from C$ 83 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can rent in South Dakota:

Economy

Economy

C$ 83+

Compact

Compact

C$ 83+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 85+

Standard

Standard

C$ 86+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 87+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 202+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 179+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 118+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

C$ 195+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 84+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 85+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 88+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 97+

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 6 February 2025.

Small cars

C$ 73 - C$ 179

All Car Types

C$ 64 - C$ 185

To rent a small car in South Dakota, you would pay an average price of C$ 87/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Dakota (~C$ 73/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 179/day). In fact, January is about 17% 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 13% 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$ 85/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South Dakota (~C$ 55/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 226/day). In fact, April is about 36% 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 15% 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 SUV in South Dakota, you would pay an average price of C$ 77/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South Dakota (~C$ 51/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 186/day). In fact, April is about 35% 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 22% 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:

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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 6 February 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very good
47 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.0

Hertz

8.0
Very good
40 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.6

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
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.1

Avis

7.9
Good
16 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.0

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

Budget

7.2
Good
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

6.3

Easirent

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$ 116. Data was last updated on 6 February 2025.
Kia RioC$ 83/day
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Kia RioC$ 83/day
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Kia Rio
Jeep CompassC$ 84/day
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Jeep Compass

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 6 February 2025.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in South Dakota?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.1 rating) and Alamo (8.4 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$ 1.29/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 58 and C$ 84 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Thrifty 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$ 616 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 41%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 67 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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