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South Dakota car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South Dakota. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 July 2025.

Most common car type

Standard

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 85 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around ₹ 5,464/day on average when booked 85 days ahead, which saves you 7,089% 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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.5/10 with 42 reviews). Hertz (rated 8.0/10 with 40 reviews) 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? August is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 5,635 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 7,086. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₹ 6,147

February

₹ 5,891

March

₹ 6,318

April

₹ 6,574

May

₹ 7,001

June

₹ 7,086

July

₹ 6,659

August

₹ 5,635

September

₹ 6,574

October

₹ 6,830

November

₹ 6,745

December

₹ 6,403

What car do most people rent in South Dakota?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Blazer or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Dakota. Standard cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Jeep Cherokee or similar).

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in South Dakota at 4.

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 5 July 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
42 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.1

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

9.1

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.8

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

7.0
Good
5 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.1

Easirent

4 locations

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 5 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Dakota for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in South Dakota, offering car hire for around ₹ 51,451 per week on average.

  • 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.

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