Rapid City

Cheap Car Rentals in Rapid City from C$ 70

Rapid City, SD, United States
25 Apr — 2 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Rapid City, SD, United States
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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 18 April 2024.

January

C$ 63

February

C$ 73

March

C$ 74

April

C$ 75

May

C$ 106

June

C$ 118

July

C$ 129

August

C$ 129

September

C$ 115

October

C$ 88

November

C$ 84

December

C$ 85

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.

Popular car types in Rapid City

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Rapid City and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 18 April 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can rent in Rapid City this past week from 11 rental locations out of 10 rental agencies. Prices for a Rapid City small car rental start from C$ 70/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:

Economy

Economy

C$ 70+

Compact

Compact

C$ 70+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 71+

Standard

Standard

C$ 78+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 78+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 88+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 239+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 75+

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 18 April 2024.

Small cars

C$ 46 - C$ 154

All Car Types

C$ 49 - C$ 261

To rent a small car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 89/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Rapid City, the United States (~C$ 46/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 154/day). In fact, April is about 49% 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 26% 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 Rapid City small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 119/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Rapid City, the United States (~C$ 53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~C$ 349/day). In fact, April is about 56% 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 saves you 2% 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 Rapid City medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 64/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Rapid City, the United States (~C$ 92/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 182/day). In fact, September is about 43% 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 48% 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 Rapid City large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 72/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Rapid City, the United States (~C$ 49/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 214/day). In fact, April is about 33% 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 40% 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 Rapid City SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia ForteC$ 70/day
4
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A/C
Kia Forte
Mitsubishi MirageC$ 70/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Toyota YarisC$ 72/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

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 18 April 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Rapid City, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz in Rapid City. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Alamo

9.4
Wonderful
38 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0
Wonderful
37 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.4

Hertz

8.6
Very good
51 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.1

Budget

8.4
Very good
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.9

Avis

7.3
Good
15 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.6

National

7.0
Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Easirent

1 location

Eagle Rent A Car

1 location

Best Rapid City car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Rapid City. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Rapid City with an average daily rate of C$ 89. Data was last updated on 18 April 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Rapid City. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Kia ForteC$ 70/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Forte
Mitsubishi MirageC$ 70/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Hyundai ElantraC$ 71/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra

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 18 April 2024.
  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Rapid City?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Rapid City from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget (C$ 70/day), Avis (C$ 70/day), and Alamo (C$ 88/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Rapid City?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.3 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.0 rating) and Hertz (8.6 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$ 1.41/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 63 and C$ 92 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Rapid City for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo offers rental cars in Rapid City for about C$ 377 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 32% on a rental car in Rapid City. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 86 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.

  • How much is a car rental in Rapid City for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car rental in Rapid City is C$ 0. Renting a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car rental in Rapid City. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found rental cars in Rapid City for as low as C$ 114/day.

  • What car do most people rent in Rapid City?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to rent a Economy (Ford Fiesta) in Rapid City, making it the most popular option.

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Van rentals in Rapid City

Find van rental deals in Rapid City from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Rapid City cost an average of C$ 89 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2024.
In terms of van rentals in Rapid City, these are some the best options we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 85/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan
Toyota SiennaC$ 87/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Toyota SiennaC$ 88/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
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