Cheapflights insights for Rapid City car rentals
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?
To get the best deal on car hire in Rapid City, book about 18 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 325, which is about 323% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Rapid City?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Rapid City is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 9.2/10 with 8 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Rapid City?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Rapid City is February, when you can expect to pay RM 249/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Rapid City is July (RM 431/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
RM 258
February
RM 249
March
RM 270
April
RM 258
May
RM 359
June
RM 397
July
RM 431
August
RM 422
September
RM 367
October
RM 329
November
RM 279
December
RM 279
What car do most people hire in Rapid City?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Rapid City are the following: Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar), SUV cars (Chevrolet Blazer or similar), and Full-size cars (Ford Expedition or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Rapid City?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in Rapid City at 1.
Top rental agencies in Rapid City
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Rapid City known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Rapid City. Reviews were last updated on 13 giugno 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Rapid City, including Thrifty, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Rapid City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 giugno 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Rapid City?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Rapid City for a month is certainly possible.