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Cheap Car Rentals in South Dakota from C$ 85

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 7/8 and drop-off date of 10/8. 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 2026

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 27 July 2026.

Most popular company

Turo

Most common car type

Premium

Average price per day

C$ 118

Cheapest price per day

C$ 85
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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 27 July 2026.
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There are 392 rental agencies servicing South Dakota. These agencies, altogether, have 18,061 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? medium car is the cheapest car type to rent in South Dakota with prices from C$ 85 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can rent in South Dakota:

Economy

Economy

C$ 112+

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Compact

Compact

C$ 106+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 85+

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Full-size

Full-size

C$ 110+

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Minivan

Minivan

C$ 144+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 139+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 134+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

C$ 226+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 97+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 99+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 109+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 130+

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Best car rental deals found in South Dakota

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$ 150. Data was last updated on 27 July 2026.
Ford Mustang Mach-EC$ 85/day
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
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Peugeot 408C$ 86/day
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Peugeot 408
Found 07/26/26
Mini CountrymanC$ 91/day
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Mini Countryman
Found 07/26/26

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 75 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 97/day – about 19% less than the yearly average.

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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 Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Alamo (rated 9.3/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Thrifty
Thrifty
10.0
Alamo
Alamo
9.3
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.3
Avis
Avis
8.1

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

The cheapest month to rent a car in South Dakota is December, when you can expect to pay C$ 89/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in South Dakota is July (C$ 165/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$ 96

February

C$ 95

March

C$ 94

April

C$ 99

May

C$ 111

June

C$ 149

July

C$ 165

August

C$ 153

September

C$ 111

October

C$ 106

November

C$ 92

December

C$ 89

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

Avis has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. National has the second-highest number of locations in South Dakota at 2.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across South Dakota, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 19 pickup locations in South Dakota to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 July 2026.
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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 27 July 2026.

Thrifty

1 location
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Alamo

2 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5 locations
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Avis

3 locations
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Hertz

3 locations
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National

2 locations
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Budget

2 locations
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Ace

1 location
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

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 27 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in South Dakota?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 126/day when booking a rental car in South Dakota. The best deal a user found was for C$ 84/day from Budget, booked on Jul. 25.

  • 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$ 668 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South Dakota for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in South Dakota can be found for about C$ 2,863, with the average price for a rental being around C$ 95 a day. Book with Budget, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 21% less compared to the average price of car rentals in South Dakota.

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 27 July 2026.
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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$ 70+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 70+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 77+

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