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?
To get the best deal on car hire in Rapid City, book about 18 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 286, which is about 270% cheaper than the typical rate.
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?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Rapid City is February, when you can expect to pay AED 217/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Rapid City is July (AED 371/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
AED 224
February
AED 217
March
AED 235
April
AED 224
May
AED 312
June
AED 364
July
AED 371
August
AED 367
September
AED 319
October
AED 286
November
AED 246
December
AED 242
What car do most people hire in Rapid City?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Rapid City are the following: Standard cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), SUV cars (Ford Escape or similar), and Full-size cars (Ford Expedition or similar).
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 28 June 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Rapid City, such as Thrifty, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.
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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 28 June 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.