Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Columbus from $348

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
RAP — CMH
Jun 16 — Jun 231

Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rapid City (RAP) to Columbus (C01). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 11, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$598

Round-trip from

$282
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 49% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in June 2024
From Rapid City to Columbus

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Rapid City to Columbus?

Leaving on a Monday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 114% on the overall cost on flights from Rapid City to Columbus.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rapid City to Columbus?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Columbus. Flights to Columbus from Rapid City in February are about $534 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $260.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RAP to CMH?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Rapid City to Columbus is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

Cheap Rapid City to Columbus flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Rapid City to Columbus specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 11, 2024.
Wed 6/197:00 amRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/229:00 amCMH - RAP
1 stop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$348
Wed 6/195:22 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop13h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2211:37 amCMH - RAP
3 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$542
Wed 6/197:00 amRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/227:15 amCMH - RAP
2 stops7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$570
Wed 6/195:22 pmRAP - CMH
2 stops22h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2211:37 amCMH - RAP
3 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$581

Rapid City to Columbus 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Rapid City and Columbus in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
Wed 6/197:00 amRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/229:00 amCMH - RAP
1 stop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$348
Thu 10/1712:16 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/217:17 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop17h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$505
Wed 6/195:22 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop13h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2211:37 amCMH - RAP
3 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$542
Thu 10/175:30 amRAP - CMH
2 stops9h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/213:35 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop8h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$565
Wed 6/197:00 amRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/227:15 amCMH - RAP
2 stops7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$570
Wed 6/195:22 pmRAP - CMH
2 stops22h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2211:37 amCMH - RAP
3 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$581
Thu 10/175:30 amRAP - CMH
2 stops9h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/217:55 pmCMH - RAP
2 stops16h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$617

Rapid City to Columbus flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Rapid City to Columbus for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
Wed 6/197:00 amRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/229:00 amCMH - RAP
1 stop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$348
Wed 6/195:22 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop13h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2211:37 amCMH - RAP
3 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$542
Wed 6/197:00 amRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/227:15 amCMH - RAP
2 stops7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$570
Wed 6/195:22 pmRAP - CMH
2 stops22h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2211:37 amCMH - RAP
3 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$581

Find flights from Rapid City to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to Columbus that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.

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Rapid CityColumbus

RAP - CMH

RAPCMH

Rapid City

Thu 10/17

1 stop7h 42m

Columbus

Mon 10/21

1 stop17h 48m

$505

Rapid CityColumbus

RAP - CMH

RAPCMH

Rapid City

Thu 10/17

2 stops9h 09m

Columbus

Mon 10/21

1 stop8h 25m

$565

Rapid CityColumbus

RAP - CMH

RAPCMH

Rapid City

Thu 10/17

2 stops9h 09m

Columbus

Mon 10/21

2 stops16h 38m

$617

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Deals found on 6/10

What is the cheapest day to fly from Rapid City to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Rapid City to Columbus. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Rapid City to Columbus flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMH

Temperature

30.2 - 75.2 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Columbus. Reviews last updated June 11, 2024.
7.4
Good
10,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

7.4
Good
10,647 reviews
7.4
Good
10,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

7.3
Good
14,138 reviews
7.4
Good
10,647 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Rapid City to Columbus?

    Rapid City (RAP) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Rapid City to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from Rapid City; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Rapid City airport to Columbus. It is only a 9.0 mi journey to Rapid City (RAP) from Rapid City’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Rapid City to Columbus for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Rapid City to Columbus for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $505, but on average you can expect to pay $562.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Rapid City to Columbus for under $400?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Rapid City to Columbus within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rapid City to Columbus round-trip?

    Currently priced at $505, American Airlines will fly you from Rapid City to Columbus and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $565. American Airlines is priced at 5% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does RAP to CMH mean?

    Rapid City Airport is RAP and Columbus Airport is CMH. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Dayton Airport (DAY), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rapid City to Columbus that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Rapid City to Columbus flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Rapid City to Columbus with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Rapid City to Columbus flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rapid City to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rapid City to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rapid City to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rapid City to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rapid City to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rapid City to Columbus that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Rapid City to Columbus offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Rapid City to Columbus?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Rapid City to Columbus flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Rapid City to Columbus flight deals updated?

    The Rapid City to Columbus flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/10.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Rapid City to Columbus?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rapid City to Columbus?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Columbus (average of $282). Flying from Rapid City to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $347). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Rapid City to Columbus

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$240Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$324Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$496Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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