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 December
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Custer in December
Estimated hotel price
$94
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 33 miles from Custer. Rapid City is the most popular, with regular flights from Aeromexico, Delta, Korean Air and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Custer departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 55m.

Plane

Although Custer doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Rapid City (RAP), which is located 33 miles from Custer. Rapid City is the most popular, with regular flights from Aeromexico, Delta, Korean Air and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Custer departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 55m.

Airports near Custer

Airlines serving Custer

KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,837 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,552 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,903 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,240 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,039 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (2,036 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,889 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (667 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,331 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (536 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (866 reviews)
Southern / Mokulele
Good (29 reviews)
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Where to stay in Custer

Average rates range from around $288 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $218 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn and Suites Custer and Super 8 by Wyndham Custer/Crazy Horse Area.

Where to stay in popular areas of Custer

Most booked hotels in Custer

Bavarian Inn, Black Hills
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 751 reviews)
$191+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Custer
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 379 reviews)
$97+
Comfort Inn and Suites Custer
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 531 reviews)
$112+
Rock Crest Lodge & Cabins
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 346 reviews)
$166+
Super 8 by Wyndham Custer/Crazy Horse Area
2 stars
Good (7.9, 791 reviews)
$89+
Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 620 reviews)
$137+

Renting a car in Custer

Expect to pay $3.71 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 $44.52 and $59.36.

Expect to pay $3.71 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 $44.52 and $59.36.