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$125+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Irvine, CA

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — LAX
Apr 11 — Apr 181
Sat 4/11
Sat 4/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Irvine

Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Irvine
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Irvine. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/119:54 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop12h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/149:49 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop22h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/38:35 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop5h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 11/92:30 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop5h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/34:00 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop8h 25m
Delta
Mon 11/97:24 pm
LAX
-
RAP
2 stops13h 43m
Delta
Deal found 3/7$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/256:11 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop7h 15m
American Airlines
Sat 9/267:30 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop7h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/8$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/94:01 pm
RAP
-
LAX
2 stops8h 54m
Delta
Fri 4/176:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Deal found 3/10$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/103:31 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop17h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/149:49 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop22h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$326
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/147:00 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop5h 43m
United Airlines
Sun 5/175:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop7h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$335
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/145:57 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop16h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1710:20 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop11h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$340

Find flight deals from Rapid City to Irvine

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rapid City to Irvine flight deals. Data was last updated March 12, 2026.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$125
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$465
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to Irvine 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to Irvine that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 6/11

9:54 pm-9:06 am

1 stop12h 12m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 6/14

9:49 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop22h 11m

$269

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 4/4

5:27 am-11:16 am

1 stop6h 49m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 4/11

8:40 am-3:40 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$299

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 5/14

5:57 pm-9:03 am

1 stop16h 06m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 5/17

10:20 pm-10:42 am

1 stop11h 22m

$340

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Tue 4/14

10:58 am-11:50 pm

2 stops13h 52m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 4/22

10:00 pm-10:17 am

2 stops11h 17m

$349

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Fri 6/19

7:00 am-11:34 am

1 stop5h 34m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 6/22

7:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$358

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sun 4/5

4:01 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops8h 54m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 4/13

6:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$364

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 3/28

10:02 am-8:20 am

2 stops23h 18m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 4/2

10:03 am-5:02 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$372
Quickest round-trip

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Wed 8/26

11:08 am-2:53 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 8/29

2:30 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$379
Cheapest one-way

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 4/30

5:57 pm-8:18 am

1 stop15h 21m

$167

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Tue 6/16

3:22 pm-12:53 am

1 stop10h 31m

$223

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Best time to book a flight from Rapid City to Irvine

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rapid City to Irvine

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Irvine (average of $188). Flying from Rapid City to Irvine in June is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RAP to IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from Rapid City to Irvine. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 12, 2026.

When flying from Rapid City to Irvine, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 67% versus a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated March 12, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Rapid City to Irvine have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,418 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rapid City to Irvine. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Rapid City (RAP) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Rapid City to Irvine. You should not have trouble finding flights to Irvine from Rapid City; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Irvine per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Rapid City airport to Irvine. It is only a 9.0 mi journey to Rapid City (RAP) from Rapid City’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Rapid City to Irvine?

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from Rapid City to Irvine in just under 6h 49m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 03m. The distance between Rapid City and Irvine is about 1076 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Irvine (average of $188). Flying from Rapid City to Irvine in June is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 2 airlines flying from Rapid City to Irvine

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City to Irvine. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$293Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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