Cheapflights insights for South Dakota car rentals
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 44 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 284/day on average when booked 44 days ahead, which saves you 252% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in South Dakota?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in South Dakota is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Alamo (rated 9.3/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in South Dakota?
Planning to hire a car in South Dakota? February is the cheapest month, costing about RM 282 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 438. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
RM 336
February
RM 282
March
RM 311
April
RM 292
May
RM 320
June
RM 386
July
RM 438
August
RM 386
September
RM 359
October
RM 324
November
RM 356
December
RM 305
What car do most people hire in South Dakota?
Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Dakota. Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in South Dakota?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in South Dakota at 1.
Top rental agencies in South Dakota
Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Dakota known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Dakota. Reviews were last updated on 24 October 2025.
Thrifty
Alamo
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Avis
Hertz
National
Budget
Easirent
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Dakota, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 October 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Dakota?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from South Dakota it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.