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$236+ 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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — LAX
Apr 28 — May 51
Tue 4/28
Tue 5/5
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 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 4/265:57 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop24h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/310:59 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop10h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sun 5/105:57 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/158:59 pm
LAX
-
RAP
2 stops43h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$326
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/282:34 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop5h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/210:20 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop15h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Sat 4/187:00 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop7h 01m
United Airlines
Thu 4/232:53 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop4h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/28$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Sat 4/1810:58 am
RAP
-
LAX
2 stops12h 28m
Delta
Thu 4/236:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Deal found 3/28$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 10/85:48 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop6h 06m
United Airlines
Sun 10/115:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop5h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26$356
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 4/243:55 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop8h 58m
Delta
Mon 4/279:35 pm
LAX
-
RAP
2 stops11h 42m
Delta
Deal found 3/25$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Fri 5/152:35 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop5h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 5/207:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop5h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/28$365
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/117:00 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop5h 16m
United Airlines
Wed 4/155:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop7h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/27$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/116:00 am
RAP
-
LAX
2 stops11h 04m
Delta
Wed 4/158:10 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop6h 05m
Delta
Deal found 3/27$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 6/311:13 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop7h 17m
Delta
Sun 6/76:25 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop6h 53m
Delta
Deal found 3/24$375

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 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$307
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$94
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$541
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to Irvine that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Fri 4/24

3:55 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/27

9:35 pm-10:17 am

2 stops11h 42m

$359
Quickest round-trip

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Fri 5/15

2:35 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/20

7:00 am-1:09 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$365

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Wed 6/3

11:13 am-5:30 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/7

6:25 am-2:18 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$375

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Tue 7/28

4:28 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/3

12:30 am-10:19 am

1 stop8h 49m

$375

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 4/11

6:00 am-4:04 pm

2 stops11h 04m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/15

10:00 pm-10:17 am

2 stops11h 17m

$379

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 9/19

6:11 pm-12:26 am

1 stop7h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/21

6:00 am-4:11 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$403

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Wed 5/27

4:33 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/1

6:15 am-3:49 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$403

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 4/23

4:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/26

5:00 am-1:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$429

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Wed 6/3

5:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop5h 32m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/7

5:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$429

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Mon 6/1

5:53 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/7

5:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$429

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Best time to book a flight from Rapid City to Irvine

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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 29, 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Rapid City to Irvine?

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 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,509 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,509 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,509 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

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 1 airline has 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?

    American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Rapid City to Irvine in just under 5h 17m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 11m. 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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United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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