Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Custer travel guide

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You're Going to Love Custer

With a population of 1,952, Custer is a must-see destination in South Dakota, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Custer deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Custer

Custer in April
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Custer in April
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Custer in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.2″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Custer, with an average rainfall of 0.3″.

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How to Get to Custer

Plane

Although Custer doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Rapid City (RAP), which is located 53 km from Custer. Rapid City is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Custer departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 14m.

Plane

Although Custer doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Rapid City (RAP), which is located 53 km from Custer. Rapid City is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Delta, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Custer departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 14m.

Airports near Custer

RAPRapid City
CDRChadron

Airlines serving Custer

KLM
Good (1,471 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,418 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,544 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,541 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,202 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,566 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,572 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (680 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,446 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (342 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (610 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (714 reviews)
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Where to stay in Custer

Average rates range from around $245 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $110 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn & Suites Custer - Crazy Horse Area and Super 8 by Wyndham Custer/Crazy Horse Area.

Where to stay in popular areas of Custer

Most booked hotels in Custer

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Bavarian Inn, Black Hills
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1427 reviews)
$182+
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Rocket Motel
1 star
Excellent (9.3, 797 reviews)
$109+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Custer By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 461 reviews)
$100+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Custer - Crazy Horse Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 619 reviews)
$99+
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Rock Crest Lodge & Cabins
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 483 reviews)
$135+
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Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn
2 stars
Good (7.7, 756 reviews)
$79+
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Renting a car in Custer

Expect to pay $3.37 per gallon in Custer (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.43 and $53.90.

Expect to pay $3.37 per gallon in Custer (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.43 and $53.90.