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Cheap Car Hire in South Dakota from $132

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in South Dakota with a pick-up date of 30/5 and drop-off date of 1/6. 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.
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South Dakota car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South Dakota. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

Most common car type

Standard

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Dakota 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 30 April 2025.

January

$95

February

$92

March

$100

April

$98

May

$128

June

$145

July

$159

August

$157

September

$137

October

$121

November

$103

December

$101

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Dakota is February. 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 South Dakota

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South Dakota and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in South Dakota this past week from 17,356 hire locations out of 347 hire agencies. Prices for a South Dakota small car hire start from $132/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Standard

Standard

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare available car types for hire in South Dakota

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in South Dakota to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

Small cars

$83 - $254

All Car Types

$83 - $239

To hire a small car in South Dakota, you would pay an average price of $139/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Dakota (~$83/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$254/day). In fact, January is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Dakota. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Dakota, hiring a small car saves you 6% 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 South Dakota small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in South Dakota, you would pay an average price of $145/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Dakota (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$263/day). In fact, April is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Dakota. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Dakota, hiring a medium car saves you 3% 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 South Dakota medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in South Dakota, you would pay an average price of $139/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in South Dakota (~$73/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$225/day). In fact, March is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for South Dakota. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Dakota, hiring a SUV saves you 7% 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 South Dakota SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Rio$132/day
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Kia Rio
Skoda Fabia$136/day
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Skoda Fabia

Top hire agencies in South Dakota

Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Dakota known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Dakota. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2025.

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

9.5
Wonderful
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Avis

8.6
Very Good
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

7.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
27 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.7
Good
17 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

Budget

6.8
Okay
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

5.8

Easirent

1 location

Sunnycars

1 location

Best South Dakota car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in South Dakota. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in South Dakota with an average daily rate of $228. Data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Kia Rio$132/day
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Kia Rio
Skoda Fabia$136/day
2
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A/C
Skoda Fabia
Toyota Camry$136/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Dakota, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in South Dakota?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in South Dakota from the following companies over the past two weeks: Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($198/day), Alamo ($206/day), and Hertz ($345/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Dakota?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.0 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Dakota.

  • What are petrol prices like in South Dakota?

    The average price of petrol in South Dakota is $1.41/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $63 and $91 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in South Dakota. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $2,590 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in South Dakota for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 30% in South Dakota - we recommend booking at least 67days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Dakota?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in South Dakota check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

Luxury car hires in South Dakota

Find luxury car hire deals in South Dakota from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in South Dakota cost an average of $153 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$133/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$140/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$149/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in South Dakota

Browse car hires by fuel type in South Dakota. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in South Dakota. Deals were last updated on 30 April 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in South Dakota. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($90+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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