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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Rapid City (DSM - RAP) from $282

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 8/24. 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.
DSM — RAP
May 1 — May 81
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Rapid City (RAP). 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 April 26, 2024.

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June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$361

One-way from

$318
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Rapid City?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Friday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Rapid City?

January is one of the best times of the year to fly to Rapid City from Des Moines. Prices for January average $582 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $324. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a January flight can save you 30% on your journey compared to booking in June

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Rapid City (DSM - RAP)?

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Rapid City at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Rapid City

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Des Moines and Rapid City. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Sat 8/245:11 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/287:00 amRAP - DSM
1 stop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$282
Sat 8/246:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/289:01 amRAP - DSM
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$318

Cheap Des Moines to Rapid City flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Rapid City specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Prices were last updated on April 26, 2024.
Mon 4/2911:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Wed 5/16:40 amRAP - DSM
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/25$762
Mon 4/295:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/112:19 pmRAP - DSM
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$767
Mon 4/298:00 amDSM - RAP
2 stops15h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/111:09 amRAP - DSM
2 stops22h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$828

Des Moines to Rapid City 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Rapid City in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Sat 8/245:11 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/287:00 amRAP - DSM
1 stop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$282
Sat 8/246:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/289:01 amRAP - DSM
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$318
Sat 8/244:10 pmDSM - RAP
2 stops6h 41mDelta
Wed 8/286:30 amRAP - DSM
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/25$413
Sat 8/247:10 amDSM - RAP
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/2810:24 amRAP - DSM
2 stops10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$573
Mon 4/2911:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Wed 5/16:40 amRAP - DSM
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/25$762
Mon 4/295:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/112:19 pmRAP - DSM
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$767
Mon 4/298:00 amDSM - RAP
2 stops15h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/111:09 amRAP - DSM
2 stops22h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$828

One-way flights to Rapid City from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Rapid City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Sun 6/305:08 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop25h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$318
Sun 6/306:54 amDSM - RAP
2 stops10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$405

Find flights from Des Moines to Rapid City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Rapid City 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

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Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 8/24

1 stop5h 49m

Rapid City

Wed 8/28

1 stop4h 51m

$282

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 8/24

1 stop6h 37m

Rapid City

Wed 8/28

1 stop6h 08m

$318

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 8/24

2 stops6h 41m

Rapid City

Wed 8/28

1 stop6h 34m

$413

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 8/24

2 stops9h 51m

Rapid City

Wed 8/28

2 stops10h 14m

$573

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Rapid City flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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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Average price of flights to Rapid City by month

Plan your trip from Des Moines to Rapid City by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Des Moines to Rapid City is currently $362 while a round-trip flight costs $397. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Rapid City (average of $361). Flying from Des Moines to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $646). 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.

January

$361

February

$372

March

$438

April

$464

May

$581

June

$646

July

$572

August

$487

September

$557

October

$488

November

$406

December

$382

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

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 April 26, 2024.
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,889 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Rapid City for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Rapid City for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $282, but on average you can expect to pay $396.

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

    United Airlines, at $282, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Rapid City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. Users have found that United Airlines is 51% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does DSM to RAP mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a DSM to RAP flight.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Rapid City 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 Des Moines to Rapid City with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Rapid City 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 Des Moines to Rapid City that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Rapid City 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 Des Moines to Rapid City that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Rapid City 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 Des Moines to Rapid City?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Rapid City 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 Des Moines to Rapid City flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Rapid City flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/25.

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