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?
For the best savings on car hire in South Dakota, make your reservation 44 days before pickup. The average price then is just S$ 85/day – about 2% less than the yearly average.
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 35 reviews). Hertz (rated 7.9/10 with 37 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? March is the cheapest month, costing about S$ 87 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of S$ 144. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
S$ 102
February
S$ 88
March
S$ 87
April
S$ 92
May
S$ 107
June
S$ 132
July
S$ 139
August
S$ 144
September
S$ 115
October
S$ 114
November
S$ 110
December
S$ 105
What car do most people rent in South Dakota?
SUV cars (Ford Expedition, for example) are the most popular in South Dakota. Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe) and Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting South Dakota.
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 3.
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 19 August 2025.
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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 19 August 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.