South Dakota

Cheap Car Hire in South Dakota

Driver's age: 25-65
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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 54 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R1 073/day on average when booked 54 days ahead, which saves you 1 138% 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). Alamo (rated 9.3/10) 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? December is the cheapest month, costing about R987 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 932. 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 340

February

R1 606

March

R1 088

April

R1 188

May

R1 410

June

R1 444

July

R1 932

August

R1 747

September

R1 375

October

R1 189

November

R1 131

December

R987

What car do most people hire in South Dakota?

The most popular types of cars to hire in South Dakota are the following: Full-size cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar), Luxury cars (Audi A4 or similar), and Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica 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 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 14 February 2026.

Thrifty

1 location

Alamo

2 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5 locations

Avis

4 locations

Hertz

3 locations

National

2 locations

Budget

3 locations

Easirent

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,2

Comfort

5,3

Overall

4,5

Pick-up/drop-off

4,5

Value

5,0

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 14 February 2026.
  • 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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