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$126+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Riverside, 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — LAX
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Riverside

Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Riverside
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Riverside. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/256:19 amRAP - LAX
2 stops11h 16mDelta
Thu 1/86:00 amLAX - RAP
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/15$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 1/89:00 amLAX - RAP
2 stops11h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$405
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 1/82:50 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/313:35 pmRAP - LAX
2 stops21h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/74:10 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/1911:11 amRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/2111:10 pmLAX - RAP
2 stops11h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$638
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/174:35 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/1911:10 pmLAX - RAP
2 stops11h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$715
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/171:47 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/196:00 amLAX - RAP
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$731

Find flight deals from Rapid City to Riverside

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rapid City to Riverside flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$217
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One-way from

$126
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$434
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to Riverside that are best for you.

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Rapid City

Fly to

Riverside

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Depart

Return

Price

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 1/15

10:10 pm-8:22 am

1 stop11h 12m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/18

4:07 pm-4:52 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$217

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Fri 1/30

6:53 pm-2:02 pm

1 stop20h 09m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

9:17 am-9:20 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$230

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 1/15

4:40 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/23

1:04 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$279

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Wed 1/14

12:35 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

7:01 am-1:12 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$279

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Wed 1/14

10:54 am-6:15 pm

2 stops8h 21m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

9:55 am-10:28 pm

2 stops11h 33m

$289

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Fri 1/16

10:54 am-10:48 pm

2 stops12h 54m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/18

11:55 pm-10:11 am

1 stop9h 16m

$330

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sun 6/7

7:05 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/24

5:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

$355

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 1/10

2:40 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/14

2:50 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$359

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sun 2/15

5:42 pm-8:15 am

1 stop15h 33m

$126

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Tue 12/23

11:05 am-7:18 am

1 stop21h 13m

$170

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Best time to book a flight from Rapid City to Riverside

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Riverside (average of $140). Flying from Rapid City to Riverside 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 R1V?

Find hourly flight availability from Rapid City to Riverside. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Rapid City to Riverside in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 59% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Riverside

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Rapid City to Riverside 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
9,091 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

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
9,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

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 Riverside. 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 Riverside?

    Located just 9.0 mi from the city center, Rapid City is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Riverside from Rapid City. Booking flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Riverside should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Riverside from 1 airline.

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

    For as low as $279, United Airlines can have you in Riverside from Rapid City in 6h 48m. The distance between Rapid City and Riverside is about 1076 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to Riverside 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 Riverside?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Riverside (average of $140). Flying from Rapid City to Riverside 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 Riverside

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Rapid City to Riverside. 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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