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Cheap Car Hire in South Dakota from $205

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 17/8 and drop-off date of 28/8. 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 2026

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 29 June 2026.

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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 29 June 2026.
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SUV is the cheapest car type you can hire in South Dakota this past week from 18,009 hire locations out of 392 hire agencies. Prices for a South Dakota SUV hire start from $205/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Full-size

Full-size

$278+

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People mover

People mover

$440+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

$205+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

$349+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

$432+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

$441+

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Best car hire deals found in South Dakota

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 $392. Data was last updated on 29 June 2026.
Lexus NX$205/day
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Tesla Model 3$278/day
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Toyota Hilux$349/day
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Cheapflights insights for South Dakota car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Dakota, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in South Dakota?

Book your car hire in South Dakota 82 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $109/day on average when booked 82 days ahead, which saves you 24% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in South Dakota?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in South Dakota is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Alamo (rated 9.3/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Thrifty
Thrifty
10.0
Alamo
Alamo
9.3
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.4
Avis
Avis
8.1

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Dakota?

At South Dakota, the best time to hire a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just $81. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $223 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In South Dakota, the best time to hire a car is in November, with an average daily rate of just $81. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $223 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$101

February

$104

March

$91

April

$100

May

$120

June

$180

July

$223

August

$194

September

$122

October

$107

November

$81

December

$87

What car do most people hire in South Dakota?

SUV cars (Hyundai Santa Fe, for example) are the most popular in South Dakota. Standard (Honda Accord) and Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Dakota.

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

Avis has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. National has the second-highest number of locations in South Dakota at 2.

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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 29 June 2026.

Thrifty

1 location
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Alamo

2 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6 locations
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Avis

4 locations
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Hertz

3 locations
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National

2 locations
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Budget

3 locations
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Ace

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

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 29 June 2026.

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

    National 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 $814 per week.

  • 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.

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