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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 12 June 2025.

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

C$ 123

Cheapest price per day

C$ 108

Cheapflights insights for South Dakota car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in South Dakota, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in South Dakota?

For the best savings on car rentals in South Dakota, make your reservation 18 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 105/day – about 37% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in South Dakota?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in South Dakota is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.5/10 with 44 reviews). Hertz (rated 8.0/10 with 40 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to rent a car in South Dakota is February, when you can expect to pay C$ 81/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in South Dakota is July (C$ 139/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.

January

C$ 83

February

C$ 81

March

C$ 88

April

C$ 83

May

C$ 116

June

C$ 129

July

C$ 139

August

C$ 137

September

C$ 119

October

C$ 107

November

C$ 90

December

C$ 90

What car do most people rent in South Dakota?

The most popular types of cars to rent in South Dakota are the following: Intermediate rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar), Supplier choice rentals (Class Special Sedan or similar), and Economy rentals (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in South Dakota?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in South Dakota at 4.

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 12 June 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very good
44 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.1

Hertz

8.0
Very good
40 reviews3 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
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.7

Avis

8.1
Very good
21 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.4

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

7.0
Good
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.1

Easirent

4 locations

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 12 June 2025.
  • 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$ 1,266 per week.

  • 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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