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South Dakota car hires in 2026

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 8 August 2026.

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Full-size
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Cheapflights insights for South Dakota car hires

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 67 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R828/day on average when booked 67 days ahead, which saves you 897% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in South Dakota?

In South Dakota, the most affordable car hire company right now is Enterprise Rent-A-Car, offering prices from just R42,91/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at R50,62/day.

What is the best car rental company in South Dakota?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in South Dakota is Alamo (rated 9.2/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.3/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Alamo
Alamo
9.2
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.3
Hertz
Hertz
8.1
Avis
Avis
7.9

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Dakota?

Planning to hire a car in South Dakota? August is the cheapest month, costing about R1 006 per day. In contrast, October is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 607. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R1 510

February

R1 299

March

R1 331

April

R1 331

May

R1 445

June

R1 331

July

R1 445

August

R1 006

September

R1 039

October

R1 607

November

R1 363

December

R1 445

What car do most people hire in South Dakota?

The most popular types of cars to hire in South Dakota are the following: SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), Standard cars (Honda Accord or similar), and Full-size cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar).

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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 8 August 2026.

Alamo

1 location
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2 locations
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Hertz

1 location
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Avis

1 location
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National

1 location
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Budget

1 location
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Thrifty

1 location
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Ace

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,9

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 8 August 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Dakota for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the most popular car hire companies in South Dakota, offering car hire for around R8 180 per week on 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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