South Dakota

Cheap Car Rentals in South Dakota from C$ 149

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 29/5 and drop-off date of 31/5. 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 9 April 2026.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

C$ 110

Cheapest price per day

C$ 149

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 9 April 2026.

There are 372 rental agencies servicing South Dakota. These agencies, altogether, have 17,571 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in South Dakota with prices from C$ 149 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can rent in South Dakota:

Economy

Economy

C$ 165+

Compact

Compact

C$ 149+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 149+

Standard

Standard

C$ 149+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 149+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 305+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 305+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 439+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

C$ 342+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 154+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 222+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 261+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 323+

Compare car rental deals in South Dakota by type

Here are the best South Dakota small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best South Dakota medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best South Dakota SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla MatrixC$ 149/day
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Toyota Corolla Matrix
Hyundai VelosterC$ 165/day
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Hyundai Veloster
Kia SeltosC$ 333/day
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Kia Seltos

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$ 246. Data was last updated on 9 April 2026.
Tesla Model 3C$ 149/day
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Tesla Model 3
Honda CivicC$ 149/day
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Honda Civic
Dodge ChallengerC$ 149/day
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Dodge Challenger

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 81 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 102/day – about 27% 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 Alamo (rated 9.3/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.4/10) 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 November, when you can expect to pay C$ 79/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in South Dakota is August (C$ 172/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$ 97

February

C$ 100

March

C$ 87

April

C$ 86

May

C$ 113

June

C$ 138

July

C$ 160

August

C$ 172

September

C$ 116

October

C$ 101

November

C$ 79

December

C$ 84

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in South Dakota at 1.

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 10 pickup locations in South Dakota to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 April 2026.

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 9 April 2026.

Alamo

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

3 locations

Avis

1 location

Hertz

1 location

National

1 location

Budget

1 location

Easirent

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.2

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.4

Value

5.0

VIPCars Recommendation

1 location

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 9 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in South Dakota?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 85/day when booking a rental car in South Dakota. The best deal a user found was for C$ 67/day from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, booked on Apr. 4.

  • 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$ 661 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$ 2,834, with the average price for a rental being around C$ 94 a day. Book with Enterprise Rent-A-Car, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 45% 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. Deals were last updated on 9 April 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Dakota. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

C$ 67+

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