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Cheap Car Hire in South Dakota from R1 209

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 18/4 and drop-off date of 22/4. 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 12 April 2025.

Most common car type

Intermediate

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 12 April 2025.

January

R1 173

February

R1 135

March

R1 212

April

R1 115

May

R1 539

June

R1 808

July

R1 962

August

R1 943

September

R1 693

October

R1 500

November

R1 250

December

R1 250

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Dakota is April. 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 12 April 2025.

There are, in total, 17 312 car hire locations in South Dakota that are operated by 347 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R1 209/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from South Dakota hire providers:

Economy

Economy

R1 203+

Compact

Compact

R1 209+

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 215+

Standard

Standard

R1 912+

Full-size

Full-size

R1 233+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 773+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R2 526+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R2 467+

Top rental 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 12 April 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,5
Very Good
47 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,0

Hertz

8,0
Very Good
40 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,6

Thrifty

10,0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

8,0

Alamo

9,3
Wonderful
12 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,2

Overall

9,4

Pick-up/drop-off

9,2

Value

9,0

Avis

8,1
Very Good
21 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

7,4

National

7,9
Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,9

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,9

Budget

7,2
Good
6 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

6,3

Easirent

4 locations

Best South Dakota car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in South Dakota. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in South Dakota with an average daily rate of R1 916. Data was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 209/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Audi A3R1 215/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Ford EcoSportR2 467/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport

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 12 April 2025.
  • 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 R17,32/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R779 and R1 126 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 36% to make it a great deal in South Dakota. Try to book at least 87 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in South Dakota for a month is certainly possible.

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