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Top tips for renting a car at Rapid City airport

  • Even though this is a smaller airport, it still offers a wide variety of options for car rental at Rapid City Airport (RAP). Six major rental car companies have an operation on-site at the airport, plus one local rental car company that is offsite but offers shuttles to and from the airport. For the on-site rental car companies, you will find customer service desks in the terminal building adjacent to the baggage claim area. For the local company, you can contact them once you arrive at the airport, and they will send the shuttle to pick you up and take you to their location.
  • Returning your car rental at Rapid City Airport is just as easy as the process of renting a car. As you approach the airport from either direction on Highway 44 you will see signage directing you to the terminal building. As you approach the terminal, make your way to the rental car area in the parking lot outside of the terminal building. When you arrive there, park your car in the appropriate stall, note your gas level and mileage, then lock the car and drop your keys and your contract in the provided lockbox for your rental car company. If you plan on using the local rental car company, you can take your car directly to their lot, and then they will bring you back to the terminal building in their shuttle.
  • One of the benefits of car rental at Rapid City Airport is the fact that there are no public transportation options that operate directly from the airport to the center of Rapid City. While you can take a taxi or a shared shuttle, the cost for this is going to be somewhat high, plus you may have an issue if you have a large group or you have a lot of baggage. That is what makes renting a car such a great combination of affordability and convenience.
  • Even though this is a smaller size airport, it could still have busy times that can make Rapid City Airport car rental a little bit more challenging. You will find these busier times during the morning and evening rush-hour periods as well as the start of the weekend on Friday afternoons. You may also find busy times during holiday travel periods. Because of this, it is best to make a reservation with one of the rental car companies to make sure they have a car waiting for you when you arrive.
  • Book your rental car at Rapid City airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
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FAQs about renting a car at Rapid City airport

  • What type of documentation will I need to rent a car at this airport?

    If you're traveling here from the United States, all you will need to rent a car is your valid driver's license. If you are traveling from another country, you will need a valid driver's license from your country as well as a second form of identification, such as a passport.

  • What type of car is recommended to rent in this area?

    Because this is an area is known for so many great outdoor adventures, an SUV is a recommended choice for a vehicle because it can easily get you where you're going in style and comfort. If instead, you are making the trip to Rapid City for business, an economy model is a good choice to save you some money on your trip.

  • What kind of amenities should I expect in the rental car area?

    Because all the rental car customer service counters for the on-site rental car companies are right in the terminal building, you can use all the amenities of this airport when you rent your car. This will include plenty of restroom facilities, a waiting area, as well as an airport restaurant that has two locations inside of the terminal buildings, and a gift shop that offers souvenirs as well as snacks, newspapers and magazines, and clothing and locally made crafts.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Rapid City airport?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Rapid City airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, and National.

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Rapid City Airport car rental reviews and directory 
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Hertz

8.2

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

7.6

One location in Rapid City Airport

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4550 Terminal Road

+1 605 393 0160

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

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Initial flight to Denver was delayed causing us to miss our connection to RapidCity. Airline re-routed us to Billings given limited flight options to RapidCity. Spent over an hour on the phone once in Bilings(not counting the time my wife was on the phone while I was in the air) routed through multiple call centers only to be told that they couldn’t help and we’d need to email support. Fed up and stranded, I rented a car from Enterprise. Never again…

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Compact

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The price of rental..I should have picked a different car for trip that didn't have low profile tires for trip to Badlands..not able to drive on seinic roads

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2022

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Everything was awesome, the car was super clean and the whole process was completely easy and painless

8.0 Very good

Joseph, Nov 2021

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Service was courteous and expedient.

2.0 Poor

Anthony, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Quick check in and check out.

Cons:

I returned the car a day early but I was still charged for that day.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The ease of pick up.

Cons:

I rented a car two weeks ago to see my elderly mother in the hospital. A week later I had to return for her funeral as she passed away. The price of the rental was three times higher than it was when I rented from them the week before. The car was also dirty, and was definitely not cleaned to COVID standards. I had arrived late at night, so I did not have time to see the inside of the car until the next morning. I called the Hertz 1-800 number and they told me it was a Hertz Licensee Rental location and I would have to call the local number. I called and they told me the rates had gone up in the last week (almost 60%!?). Hertz also said they did not have a bereavement policy. On the call, I told the employee about the car being dirty and he said they would check into it. I never received a call back from Hertz. When I returned the car on April 17 two employees were behind the counter. They told me the same thing about the price increase, and when I told them about the interior of the car being dirty they both said "oh I know who that was". Evidently, there had been several complaints recently regarding the cleanliness of their cars, and all the complaints had been cleaned by the same employee. I continued my check out and left to catch my flight home. I would like to thank the two employees who checked me out as they both told me their condolences. They were also helpful in making notes in the computer regarding my complaint. I do realize there was nothing they could do, as neither was the owner.

1 out of 8

Thrifty

10.0

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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

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4550 Terminal Road

+1 605 393 0160

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
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Thursday07:00 - 23:00
Friday07:00 - 23:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Standard SUV

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Easy fast and car was new and great.

1 out of 1

Alamo

9.3

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.4

Value for money

9.1

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4550 Terminal Rd

+1 833 445 1504

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Full-size

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The inside of the front windshield was so dirty that the car was not drivable when facing directly towards the sun. I had to get a cloth and wash the inside before I could drive. This is a severe safety matter.

9.6 Wonderful

HR, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

all around good deal!

Cons:

Nissan Rogues are not the most comfortable ride, but not bad overall.

9.2 Wonderful

Gary, Jul 2020

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Pros:

The airport was difficult to find where to drop off. Had to park and go inside to ask questions.

1 out of 3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.2

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

9.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

8.9

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4550 Terminal Rd

+1 833 445 1502

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2020

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Pros:

The staff was friendly and helpful.

Cons:

We had paid for Sirrius radio but it was not available in our car. Enterprise was quick to credit us back the cost quickly upon having it reported to them.

10.0 Wonderful

Kent, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The agent who rented us the vehicle was outstanding

Cons:

Nothing really. Got a tire pressure warning on way back to airport, but had nothing to do with Enterprise

9.2 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Pick up time was a little slow ... several callers who called AFTER I walked in office were handled while I waited instead of putting them on hold and taking care of me in proper order

10.0 Wonderful

Tracie, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff at both the pick-up & drop-off points were very nice, courteous & professional.

5.2 Fair

Thomas, May 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The pick-up staff was really friendly.

Cons:

I feel like we were set up to pay more for this rental from the start. I clearly marked we would only need it for one day, but by the time we got to the drop-off location, it was closed until the following Tuesday (2 extra days). I could not find any information on how to drop off the car to meet up deadline, and when I called Enterprise, they weren't open. Also, the pick up agent was trying to claim we caused hail damage, but I didn't drive through or have any hail during when I had the car. Thank god I didn't drop it off without someone there, because who knows what else they would've tried to pull on us. Now, I've been charged for 3 days & the damage to the car I didn't do. And I will likely never rent from this company again.

7.6 Good

Anonymous, May 2020

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Pros:

Staff was nice. Put up was not organized, but car was clean and ready.

Cons:

Picked enterprise because of Riverwalk location. Day before pickup, I called to confirm, and found out car was at a location that was a $13 Uber from our hotel. Added at least another $26 to rental cost.

1 out of 4

Budget

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.3

Value for money

7.3

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4550 Terminal Road, Suite 116

+1 605 393 0488

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1.9 Poor

Robert, Jul 2021

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Vehicle was filthy when I picked it up, I never got a receipt when I checked out and very disorganized process for renting. Keys lying all over the counter and staff acts like it’s their first day on the job trying to find your records and navigate the computer. Also pricing was not what was quoted on website.

10.0 Wonderful

Glenn, May 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The whole experience far exceeded my expectations ....From pick-up to drop-off

1 out of 1

Avis

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

6.8

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4550 Terminal Road Suite 107

+1 605 393 0740

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Standard SUV

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I liked getting an upgrade because they were out of the class of car I rented. The charge for drop off at different airport was ridiculously high!

8.0 Very good

Mike, May 2024

Standard SUV

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Fairly easy

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Oct 2022

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1st car we got smelled very bad of cigarettes, 2nd car was good though.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The car I booked on line didn’t exist. Showed up at the counter. No one was there called the number. Lady identifies herself as the owner tells me she doesn’t even own a car like that in her business.

1 out of 4

National

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.4

Value for money

7.4

One location in Rapid City Airport

Locations in Rapid City Airport

4550 Terminal Rd

+1 833 445 1503

Monday07:00 - 23:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Laurie, Sep 2023

Minivan

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Staff at sign in was fantastic and made picking up the car a positive experience.

Easirent

4.6

Mediocre

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Rapid City Regional Airport

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Rapid City Regional Airport

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4550 Terminal Road

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4550 Terminal Rd, Rapid City, , USA South Dakota

+1 914 368 0091

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113 travellers who rented a car in Rapid City Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.8

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