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 17 September 2025.
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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 81 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R1 318/day on average when booked 81 days ahead, which saves you 1 531% off the average price.
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 Thrifty (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 9.3/10 with 14 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Dakota?
Planning to hire a car in South Dakota? February is the cheapest month, costing about R1 041 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R2 133. 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 075
February
R1 041
March
R1 110
April
R1 075
May
R1 474
June
R1 734
July
R1 995
August
R2 133
September
R1 457
October
R1 405
November
R1 162
December
R1 162
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 (Ford Expedition or similar), Full-size cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar), and Intermediate cars (Honda Civic or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in South Dakota?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 6 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 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 17 September 2025.
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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 17 September 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in South Dakota?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in South Dakota for a month is certainly possible.