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$259+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Irvine, CA

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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — LAX
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
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 December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/258:45 amRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 18mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/81:04 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/1110:55 amRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/1312:57 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/112:51 pmRAP - LAX
2 stops9h 04mDelta
Sat 12/1311:40 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop9h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/9$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:15 amRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/305:00 amLAX - RAP
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$442
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/252:20 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/810:10 amLAX - RAP
2 stops10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$450
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:45 amRAP - LAX
1 stop23h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/72:50 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$457
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:15 amRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/276:40 amLAX - RAP
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$469

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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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Rapid City

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Irvine

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Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-11:23 am

1 stop5h 23m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/26

8:50 am-5:12 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$259

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 1/22

4:40 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/26

8:50 am-3:22 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$259

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Tue 6/2

5:30 am-11:27 am

1 stop6h 57m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/9

2:30 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$279

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sun 2/22

7:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/1

6:40 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$279

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Wed 1/21

10:54 am-10:43 pm

2 stops12h 49m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/26

11:55 pm-10:13 am

1 stop9h 18m

$284

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 1/22

10:54 am-10:43 pm

2 stops12h 49m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/26

10:20 pm-10:13 am

2 stops10h 53m

$289

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sun 3/22

5:41 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/29

5:00 am-1:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$306

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 1/10

12:35 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/14

5:00 am-1:12 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$339

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 2/26

6:00 am-6:57 pm

2 stops13h 57m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

11:55 pm-10:11 am

1 stop9h 16m

$340

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Deals found on 12/9

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Irvine (average of $140). Flying from Rapid City to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $338). 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 December 12, 2025.

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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 61% 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 December 12, 2025.
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
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,095 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

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?

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from Rapid City to Irvine in just under 5h 23m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 26m. 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Irvine (average of $140). Flying from Rapid City to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $338). 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 airline flying from Rapid City to Irvine

Discover the top airline 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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