Cheap flights to Rapid City, SD from $106

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WAS — RAP
Mar 24 — Mar 311

Flights to Rapid City in 2024

Find the latest flights to Rapid City in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,145,932 searches and data was last updated on March 19, 2024.

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$579

Round-trip from

$269

One-way from

$175
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From New York to Rapid City
One-way flight from New York to Rapid City (RAP)

Cheap flights to Rapid City in March & April 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Rapid City in March and April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,145,932 searches and data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
The following deals offer some of the lowest prices we've found on flights heading to Rapid City in March and April 2024. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Sun 4/78:45 amORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/131:35 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$189
Sun 4/78:45 amORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/1311:09 amRAP - ORD
1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$198
Thu 4/48:45 amORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/71:35 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$199
Fri 4/126:20 amORD - RAP
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Sat 4/133:00 pmRAP - ORD
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Deal found 3/18$208
Fri 4/126:20 amORD - RAP
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Sat 4/133:00 pmRAP - ORD
2 stops7h 52mDelta
Deal found 3/18$213
Fri 4/56:25 amORD - RAP
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/1212:19 pmRAP - ORD
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$218
Mon 4/85:52 pmORD - RAP
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/133:35 pmRAP - ORD
1 stop6h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$235
Fri 4/126:20 amORD - RAP
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Fri 4/194:22 pmRAP - ORD
1 stop4h 36mDelta
Deal found 3/18$243
Sat 4/275:20 pmORD - RAP
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Tue 4/3011:49 amRAP - ORD
2 stops11h 03mDelta
Deal found 3/18$248

Rapid City 2024 flight deals

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Fri 8/233:40 pmMSP - RAP
Nonstop1h 35mSun Country Air
Mon 8/265:00 pmRAP - MSP
Nonstop1h 31mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/17$138
Fri 8/303:40 pmMSP - RAP
Nonstop1h 35mSun Country Air
Mon 9/25:15 pmRAP - MSP
Nonstop1h 31mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/18$165
Thu 4/48:45 amORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/71:35 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$199
Fri 6/213:40 pmMSP - RAP
Nonstop1h 31mSun Country Air
Mon 6/245:40 pmRAP - MSP
Nonstop1h 30mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/18$204
Fri 4/126:20 amORD - RAP
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Sat 4/133:00 pmRAP - ORD
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Deal found 3/18$208
Fri 4/126:20 amORD - RAP
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Sat 4/133:00 pmRAP - ORD
2 stops7h 52mDelta
Deal found 3/18$213
Sat 4/610:25 amORD - RAP
1 stop4h 22mDelta
Wed 4/1011:49 amRAP - ORD
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Deal found 3/18$218
Mon 7/229:15 pmMSP - RAP
Nonstop1h 36mDelta
Sat 7/276:30 amRAP - MSP
Nonstop1h 28mDelta
Deal found 3/18$228
Fri 4/126:20 amORD - RAP
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Fri 4/194:22 pmRAP - ORD
1 stop4h 36mDelta
Deal found 3/18$243

Flights to Rapid City departing soon

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Wed 3/2710:00 amORD - RAP
1 stop6h 22mDelta
Sat 3/303:00 pmRAP - ORD
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Deal found 3/17$278
Wed 3/277:05 amORD - RAP
2 stops9h 17mDelta
Sat 3/303:00 pmRAP - ORD
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Deal found 3/17$283
Wed 3/277:21 amBWI - RAP
2 stops10h 01mDelta
Sat 3/303:00 pmRAP - BWI
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/17$433
Thu 3/288:20 amORD - RAP
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/3012:27 pmRAP - ORD
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$442
Mon 3/254:11 pmORD - RAP
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/11:35 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$454
Mon 3/254:11 pmORD - RAP
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/16:00 pmRAP - ORD
1 stop5h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$489
Sat 3/231:05 pmMSP - RAP
Nonstop1h 42mDelta
Tue 3/266:05 amRAP - MSP
Nonstop1h 55mDelta
Deal found 3/17$499
Wed 3/274:11 pmORD - RAP
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/295:50 pmRAP - ORD
2 stops19h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$502
Wed 3/275:00 amMSP - RAP
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/294:28 pmRAP - MSP
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$506

One-way flights to Rapid City

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Take a look at some of the best available flights traveling to Rapid City at this time. If you're in need of a round-trip flight to Rapid City instead, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 7/46:30 pmORD - RAP
1 stop22h 32mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/18$133
Sat 5/255:56 pmORD - RAP
2 stops16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$156
Wed 4/179:38 amSEA - RAP
1 stop26h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$159
Tue 4/911:05 pmORD - RAP
2 stops47h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$160
Sun 4/149:35 amSEA - RAP
1 stop23h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$165
Tue 4/169:55 pmMSP - RAP
Nonstop1h 43mDelta
Deal found 3/18$169
Wed 4/176:00 amMSP - RAP
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$174
Wed 5/812:29 pmLGA - RAP
2 stops27h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$175
Thu 4/2510:21 pmMSP - RAP
1 stop12h 31mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/18$176

Direct flights to Rapid City

Thu 4/48:45 amORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/71:35 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$199
Sun 6/3012:41 pmORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/132:37 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$253
Fri 4/128:45 amORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/191:35 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$259
Wed 4/179:55 pmMSP - RAP
Nonstop1h 43mDelta
Sat 4/206:40 amRAP - MSP
Nonstop1h 44mDelta
Deal found 3/18$259
Sat 4/68:45 amORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/81:35 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$269
Fri 4/269:55 pmMSP - RAP
Nonstop1h 43mDelta
Sat 4/276:40 amRAP - MSP
Nonstop1h 44mDelta
Deal found 3/18$279
Fri 7/512:39 pmORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/132:37 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$293
Thu 4/258:45 amORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/291:35 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$294
Sat 8/108:54 amORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 34mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/151:49 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$296

Find flights to Rapid City within your budget

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Budget

$106 - $285

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Price

Minneapolis St PaulRapid City

MSP - RAP

MSPRAP

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 7/15

Nonstop1h 35m

Rapid City

Fri 7/19

Nonstop1h 30m

$106

Minneapolis St PaulRapid City

MSP - RAP

MSPRAP

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 7/29

Nonstop1h 35m

Rapid City

Mon 8/5

Nonstop1h 30m

$118

Minneapolis St PaulRapid City

MSP - RAP

MSPRAP

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/2

Nonstop1h 35m

Rapid City

Fri 9/6

Nonstop1h 31m

$128

Minneapolis St PaulRapid City

MSP - RAP

MSPRAP

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 7/29

Nonstop1h 35m

Rapid City

Fri 8/2

Nonstop1h 30m

$138

Minneapolis St PaulRapid City

MSP - RAP

MSPRAP

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 7/22

Nonstop1h 35m

Rapid City

Fri 7/26

Nonstop1h 30m

$146

Chicago O'Hare IntlRapid City

ORD - RAP

ORDRAP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/7

Nonstop2h 28m

Rapid City

Sat 4/13

Nonstop2h 19m

$189

Chicago O'Hare IntlRapid City

ORD - RAP

ORDRAP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/12

1 stop5h 37m

Rapid City

Tue 4/16

1 stop4h 36m

$208

Chicago O'Hare IntlRapid City

ORD - RAP

ORDRAP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/5

1 stop6h 24m

Rapid City

Fri 4/12

1 stop7h 26m

$218

Minneapolis St PaulRapid City

MSP - RAP

MSPRAP

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/19

Nonstop1h 35m

Rapid City

Sun 7/21

1 stop12h 35m

$285

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Average price of flights to Rapid City by month

Plan your trip to Rapid City by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Rapid City is currently $163 while a round-trip flight costs $171. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Rapid City (average of $361). Flying to Rapid City in June will prove the most costly (average of $658). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$361

February

$377

March

$432

April

$539

May

$577

June

$658

July

$576

August

$488

September

$556

October

$489

November

$406

December

$381

Temperature and rainfall in Rapid City by month

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

RAP

Temperature

24.8 - 73.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rapid City, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Rapid City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on March 17, 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Rapid City should consider flying on Monday at noon, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Rapid City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rapid City. 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 Rapid City. Reviews last updated March 19, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Sun Country Air, United Airlines and Delta to Rapid City to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.5
Good
1,078 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.4
Good
11,602 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.3
Good
15,312 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

The Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) in South Dakota is a convenient and efficient airport for travelers visiting both Rapid City and the renowned Black Hills. RAP is the airport you want to fly into if you want to visit Mount Rushmore, the Badlands National Park, and the Crazy Horse Memorial. Located approximately 9 miles southeast of Rapid City, RAP is a small airport with just seven gates, and therefore easy to navigate. This means that you will be through the airport and on your way to your South Dakota adventures as soon as possible.

You can find a number of non-stop flights to the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) that depart from major cities in the western half of the United States. United flies non-stop to RAP from the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). United flies to Rapid City non-stop from the Denver International Airport (DEN) in Colorado. Allegiant flies non-stop from the Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas and from the Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA).

Several airlines operate non-stop flights between Rapid City and airports east of the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP). American flies non-stop from its hub at the Charlotte - Douglas International Airport (CTL) and from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). United also flies non-stop to Rapid City from Chicago (ORD). Delta and Sun Country Airlines both offer direct flights between the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) and (RAP). From the Orlando International Airport (MCO) in Florida, you can fly non-stop to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) aboard Allegiant.

  • What should I pack for a flight to Rapid City?

    No matter what time of year you visit Rapid City, make sure you pack sturdy walking shoes. If it is the winter months, make sure they are warm boots to protect your feet from the snow. Also bring extra socks to keep your feet cushioned and comfortable as you explore everything the Black Hills have to offer. In the summer months, sunblock and sunglasses are a must, and a sun hat is highly recommended. In the winter, pack warm, comfortable clothes to slip into after a day's adventures. Make sure to pack a warm jacket, gloves, and a warm beanie hat. Also consider packing a small tote or knapsack that you can use to bring with you on your day's excursions.

  • What are some things to do in Rapid City?

    You already know about some of the wonderful sites that the Black Hills have to offer, but consider taking a tour to some of these sites in order to get the most of your visit. For example, you can take a Badlands van tour or a self-guided audio driving tour in the Black Hills. To add some extra excitement to your trip, you can participate in the Rapid City scavenger hunt. Other things you can see in Rapid City include a dinosaur park, reptile gardens, Bear Country USA, and Storybook Island. If you are interested in museums, you can check out the South Dakota Air and Space Museum, the Journey Museum and Learning Center, and the Museum of Geology.

  • Can I take public transport from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) into Downtown Rapid City?

    From RAP, you can hail a cab from the company City Cab or Black Hills Grab a Cab. Airport shuttles you can take from RAP include Rapid Express Shuttle, Giddy Up and Go Shuttle, and Dave's World Tours. Lift, Uber, Wridz, and Turo app cars can pick you up at RAP, as well. Check with your hotel to see whether they have a shuttle that can transport you from RAP. If you have reserved a rental car, you can find the rental car agency counters in the arrivals section of the airport.

  • What does RAP mean?

    RAP is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A RAP flight refers to a flight to Rapid City Airport.

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

    Rapid City (RAP), located 9.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Rapid City.

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