Rapid City

Cheap Car Rentals in Rapid City from $40

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Rapid City car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Rapid City. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on April 26, 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per gallon

$3.90

Average price per day

$73

Cheapest price per day

$40

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Rapid City?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Rapid City and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on April 26, 2024.

January

$46

February

$53

March

$54

April

$55

May

$77

June

$86

July

$94

August

$94

September

$84

October

$64

November

$61

December

$62

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Rapid City is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Rapid City

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Rapid City to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 26, 2024.

Small cars

$43 - $124

All Car Types

$62 - $139

To rent a small car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $79/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Rapid City, the United States (~$43/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$124/day). In fact, January is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rapid City, renting a small car saves you 18% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rapid City small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $78/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Rapid City, the United States (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$122/day). In fact, January is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rapid City, renting a medium car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rapid City medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $129/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Rapid City, the United States (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$184/day). In fact, April is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rapid City, renting a large car is 25% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rapid City large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $95/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Rapid City, the United States (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$131/day). In fact, April is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rapid City, renting a SUV saves you 3% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rapid City SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $133/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a van in Rapid City, the United States (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$177/day). In fact, January is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rapid City, renting a van is 28% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rapid City van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Rapid City, the United States, you would pay an average price of $200/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Rapid City, the United States (~$53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~$416/day). In fact, February is about 74% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Rapid City. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rapid City, renting a luxury car is 52% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Chevrolet Spark$41/day
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Chevrolet Spark
Nissan Sylphy$41/day
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Nissan Sylphy
Chevrolet Spark$45/day
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Chevrolet Spark

Top rental agencies in Rapid City

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Rapid City known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Rapid City. Reviews were last updated on April 26, 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Rapid City, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Alamo

9.4
Wonderful
38 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0
Wonderful
37 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.4

Hertz

8.6
Very good
51 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.1

Budget

8.4
Very good
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.9

Avis

7.3
Good
15 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.6

National

7.0
Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Easirent

1 location

Eagle Rent A Car

1 location

Best Rapid City car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Rapid City. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Rapid City with an average daily rate of $54. Data was last updated on April 26, 2024.
The best prices on car rentals in Rapid City we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Chevrolet Cruze$40/day
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Chevrolet Cruze
Ford Fiesta$41/day
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A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota Corolla$41/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Rapid City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 26, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Rapid City?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $73/day when booking a rental car in Rapid City. The best deal a user found was for $31/day from Surprise Agency, booked on Apr. 21.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Rapid City?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Rapid City from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz ($40/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($45/day), and Turo ($50/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Rapid City?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.3 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.0 rating) and Hertz (8.6 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Rapid City.

  • What are gas prices like in Rapid City?

    The average gas price in Rapid City is $3.90/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $46 and $67 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Rapid City for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the top picks in Rapid City. They can have you in a rental car for about $578 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Rapid City for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 32% to make it a great deal in Rapid City. Try to book at least 86 days prior to when you need the car rental to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Rapid City?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Rapid City. Check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Rapid City for a month?

    Surprise Agency currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 70% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Rapid City. Typically, a monthly car rental in Rapid City can be found for $2,476. You can find car rental deals to be on average $83 a day.

  • How much is a car rental in Rapid City for a weekend?

    $84 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in Rapid City, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when traveling to Rapid City, then opt for a Intermediate rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of May, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as $92/day.

  • What car do most people rent in Rapid City?

    The most popular car to rent while in Rapid City is the Nissan Rogue, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

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Small car rentals in Rapid City

Find small car rental deals in Rapid City from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Rapid City cost an average of $52 per day. Price data was last updated on April 26, 2024.
Hyundai i10$44/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$44/day
2
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$44/day
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Hyundai i10

Luxury car rentals in Rapid City

Find luxury car rental deals in Rapid City from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Rapid City cost an average of $68 per day. Price data was last updated on April 26, 2024.
Ride in luxury during your trip to Rapid City by selecting one these great deals we've found. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car rental for you and your fellow passengers.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class$58/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Chrysler 300$58/day
5
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A/C
Chrysler 300
Audi A4$58/day
5
2
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A/C
Audi A4

Van rentals in Rapid City

Find van rental deals in Rapid City from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Rapid City cost an average of $69 per day. Price data was last updated on April 26, 2024.
In terms of van rentals in Rapid City, these are some the best options we've found at this time. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
Nissan Quest$61/day
5
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A/C
Nissan Quest
Toyota Sienna$61/day
5
5
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A/C
Toyota Sienna
Kia Sedona$63/day
5
4
4
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A/C
Kia Sedona

Car rentals by fuel type in Rapid City

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Rapid City. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Rapid City. Deals were last updated on April 26, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Rapid City. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($46+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Airport car rentals in Rapid City
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