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Cheap Car Hire in Rapid City from $73

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Rapid City with a pick-up date of 6/10 and drop-off date of 17/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Driver's age: 26-65
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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 26 July 2024.

January

$71

February

$81

March

$82

April

$82

May

$110

June

$145

July

$151

August

$148

September

$126

October

$96

November

$90

December

$94

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 hire in Rapid City and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 26 July 2024.

In Rapid City, there are 12 active hire locations from 11 car hire companies. medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Rapid City in the past week - currently priced from $73/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Compare available car types for hire in Rapid City

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 26 July 2024.

Small cars

$90 - $232

All Car Types

$76 - $259

To hire a small car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $82/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Rapid City, the United States (~$90/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$232/day). In fact, August is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rapid City, hiring a small car saves you 19% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $102/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Rapid City, the United States (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$282/day). In fact, December is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rapid City, hiring a medium car is 1% 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 Rapid City medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $66/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Rapid City, the United States (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$181/day). In fact, December is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rapid City, hiring a large car saves you 35% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $87/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Rapid City, the United States (~$80/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$262/day). In fact, April is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rapid City, hiring a SUV saves you 14% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai Accent Hatch$73/day
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A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Kia Rio$73/day
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Kia Rio

Top hire agencies in Rapid City

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Rapid City known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Rapid City. Reviews were last updated on 26 July 2024.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Rapid City, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Alamo

9.5
Wonderful
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0
Wonderful
21 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.4

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
29 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

7.9

Budget

8.3
Very Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

7.7

Avis

7.4
Good
14 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.6

National

7.1
Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Easirent

1 location

Eagle Rent A Car

1 location

Best Rapid City car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Rapid City. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Rapid City with an average daily rate of $98. Data was last updated on 26 July 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Rapid City. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Hyundai Accent Hatch$73/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch
Hyundai Avante$73/day
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Hyundai Avante
Toyota Corolla$73/day
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Rapid City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 July 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Rapid City?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Rapid City from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz ($73/day), Alamo ($113/day), and Budget ($160/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.5 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.0 rating) and Hertz (8.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Rapid City.

  • What are petrol prices like in Rapid City?

    The average price of petrol in Rapid City is $1.55/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $100 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Rapid City. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $3,158 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Rapid City for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 43% on your car hire. For a below average price in Rapid City, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 73 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Rapid City?

    Typically, how long you can hire 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 hire in Rapid City for a weekend?

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

  • What car do most people hire in Rapid City?

    Nissan Versa, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Rapid City according to Cheapflights users.

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