Cheapflights insights for Rapid City car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Rapid City, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Rapid City?
Book your car hire in Rapid City 18 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 1,264,592/day on average when booked 18 days ahead, which saves you 1,635,217% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Rapid City?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Rapid City is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 9.3/10 with 17 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Rapid City?
Planning to hire a car in Rapid City? February is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 956,550 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 1,637,484. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
Rp 988,975
February
Rp 956,550
March
Rp 1,037,613
April
Rp 988,975
May
Rp 1,378,080
June
Rp 1,605,058
July
Rp 1,637,484
August
Rp 1,621,271
September
Rp 1,410,506
October
Rp 1,264,591
November
Rp 1,086,252
December
Rp 1,070,039
What car do most people hire in Rapid City?
SUV cars (Ford Escape, for example) are the most popular in Rapid City. Full-size (Toyota Camry) and Intermediate (Kia Optima) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Rapid City.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Rapid City?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in Rapid City at 1.
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 11 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Rapid City, including Thrifty, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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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 11 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Rapid City?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Rapid City.