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Cheap Car Rentals in South Dakota from C$ 103

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 1/1 and drop-off date of 3/1. 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 2 December 2024.

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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 2 December 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$ 93

December

C$ 90

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 2 December 2024.

There are 329 rental agencies servicing South Dakota. These agencies, altogether, have 17,068 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in South Dakota with prices from C$ 134 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can rent in South Dakota:

Compact

Compact

C$ 132+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 111+

Standard

Standard

C$ 149+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 119+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 183+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 198+

Premium

Premium

C$ 126+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

C$ 211+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 108+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 119+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 125+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 131+

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 2 December 2024.

Small cars

C$ 63 - C$ 167

All Car Types

C$ 58 - C$ 235

To rent a small car in South Dakota, you would pay an average price of C$ 85/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Dakota (~C$ 63/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 167/day). In fact, April is about 27% 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$ 115/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South Dakota (~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 South Dakota. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Dakota, renting a medium car is 2% 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. 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$ 62/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a large car in South Dakota (~C$ 98/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 167/day). In fact, May is about 58% 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 46% 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$ 82/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South Dakota (~C$ 50/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~C$ 167/day). In fact, April is about 40% 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 28% 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 AccentC$ 134/day
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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 3 car rental companies in South Dakota. Reviews were last updated on 2 December 2024.

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.6

Easirent

2 locations

Budget

1 location

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 3 rental car agencies in South Dakota with an average daily rate of C$ 183. Data was last updated on 2 December 2024.
Hyundai AccentC$ 134/day
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Hyundai Accent
Chevrolet CruzeC$ 137/day
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Chevrolet Cruze
Nissan KicksC$ 145/day
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Nissan Kicks

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 2 December 2024.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in South Dakota?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Carl's (8.0 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$ 1.26/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 South Dakota for a week from Turo?

    Turo 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$ 621 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 42%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 24 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.

Luxury car rentals in South Dakota

Find luxury car rental deals in South Dakota from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in South Dakota cost an average of C$ 152 per day. Price data was last updated on 2 December 2024.
Audi A4C$ 103/day
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Audi A4
Chrysler 300C$ 202/day
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Chrysler 300

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$ 218 per day. Price data was last updated on 2 December 2024.
Toyota SiennaC$ 216/day
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Toyota Sienna
Toyota SiennaC$ 216/day
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Toyota Sienna
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 219/day
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Dodge Grand Caravan

Car rentals by fuel type in South Dakota

Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Dakota. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in South Dakota. Deals were last updated on 2 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Dakota. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 84+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 84+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 106+

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