How long is the flight from Rapid City to Alaska?

Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Rapid City to Alaska in about 8h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 51m. The distance between Rapid City and Alaska is about 2227 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rapid City to Alaska one-way?

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rapid City to Alaska are American Airlines ($281), Delta ($340), and United Airlines ($387).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Alaska ranges from 0.5 - 3.3 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.3 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Alaska when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Alaska, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.6 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Rapid City to Alaska?

When booking a flight from Rapid City to Alaska, you may want to consider flying on United Airlines, American Airlines or Delta as they are the most popular for this route.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Rapid City to Alaska as you normally would.

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

Rapid City (RAP) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Rapid City to Alaska. It is only a 9.0 mi journey to Rapid City (RAP) from Rapid City’s city center.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Rapid City to Alaska?

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

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

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

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Sun 12/216:05 pmRAP - ANC

1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines

Mon 12/221:30 amANC - RAP

1 stop15h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$1,136

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Tue 2/176:00 amRAP - ANC

1 stop14h 57mDelta

Fri 2/275:45 amANC - RAP

2 stops14h 42mDelta

Deal found 12/15

$598

Wed 1/282:40 pmRAP - ANC

1 stop10h 35mUnited Airlines

Sun 2/19:00 amANC - RAP

1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$764

Tue 2/175:38 amRAP - ANC

2 stops19h 26mAmerican Airlines

Fri 2/275:15 amANC - RAP

2 stops15h 04mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$867

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Sun 12/216:05 pmRAP - ANC

1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines

Mon 12/221:30 amANC - RAP

1 stop15h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$1,136

Wed 1/284:40 pmRAP - ANC

1 stop8h 35mUnited Airlines

Sun 2/19:00 amANC - RAP

1 stop9h 32mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$764

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Rapid CityAnchorage

RAP - ANC

RAPANC

Rapid City

Tue 2/17

6:00 am-6:57 pm

1 stop14h 57m

Anchorage

Fri 2/27

5:45 am-10:27 pm

2 stops14h 42m

$598

Rapid CityAnchorage

RAP - ANC

RAPANC

Rapid City

Wed 1/28

2:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Anchorage

Sun 2/1

9:00 am-7:14 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$764

Rapid CityAnchorage

RAP - ANC

RAPANC

Rapid City

Tue 2/17

5:38 am-11:04 pm

2 stops19h 26m

Anchorage

Fri 2/27

5:15 am-10:19 pm

2 stops15h 04m

$867

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Alaska (average of $463). Flying from Rapid City to Alaska in September is currently the most expensive (average of $995). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Alaska

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rapid City to Alaska, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,091 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,054 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Rapid City to Alaska?
Rapid City (RAP) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Rapid City to Alaska. 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 Alaska?
Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Rapid City to Alaska in about 8h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 51m. The distance between Rapid City and Alaska is about 2227 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rapid City to Alaska one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rapid City to Alaska are American Airlines ($281), Delta ($340), and United Airlines ($387).
Can I find deals for flights from Rapid City to Alaska that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Rapid City to Alaska flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Rapid City to Alaska?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rapid City to Alaska.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Rapid City to Alaska?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to Alaska 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 Alaska?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Alaska (average of $463). Flying from Rapid City to Alaska in September is currently the most expensive (average of $995). 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 3 airlines flying from Rapid City to Alaska

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
American Airlines	Cheapest$463	Average$652	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$679	Average$851	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$692	Average$832	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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