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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 5 November 2026.
In Rapid City, there are 14 active hire locations from 13 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Rapid City in the past week - currently priced from $89/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:
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 $112. Data was last updated on 5 November 2026.
Audi A1$89/day
Hyundai Accent$90/day
Volkswagen Golf$92/day
Cheapflights insights for Rapid City car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Rapid City, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Rapid City?
For the best savings on car hire in Rapid City, make your reservation 82 days before pickup. The average price then is just $109/day – about 29% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Rapid City?
In Rapid City, the most affordable car hire company right now is Avis, offering prices from just $62.09/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is National, with rates starting at $63.28/day.
What is the best car rental company in Rapid City?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Rapid City is Budget (rated 9.3/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 9.2/10 with 11 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Budget
9.3
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
9.2
Alamo
8.8
Hertz
8.5
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Rapid City?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Rapid City is March, when you can expect to pay $90/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Rapid City is July ($199/day on average). The average daily car hire 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 hire.
January
$99
February
$100
March
$90
April
$99
May
$119
June
$183
July
$199
August
$141
September
$117
October
$111
November
$93
December
$90
What car do most people hire in Rapid City?
Intermediate cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Rapid City. SUV cars (Chevrolet Suburban or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Pick-up truck cars (Ford F-150 or similar).
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 5 November 2026.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Rapid City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 November 2026.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Rapid City for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty 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 $707 per week.
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 December, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Rapid City for as low as $0/day.
Car hires by fuel type in Rapid City
Browse car hires by fuel type in Rapid City. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Rapid City. Deals were last updated on 5 November 2026.
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