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$54+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to California

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — LAX
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to California

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Round-trip from

$144
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$54
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$378
From Rapid City to California
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Cheapest flights from Rapid City to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:44 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 23mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/95:38 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 16mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$144
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2510:33 amRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 29mAllegiant Air
Sat 11/296:00 amLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 13mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$148
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/185:39 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 20mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/281:32 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 17mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/13$180
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/55:58 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 22mAllegiant Air
Sun 10/121:52 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 16mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:44 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/710:34 pmLAS - RAP
2 stops18h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/510:14 amRAP - LAS
1 stop22h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/95:38 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:44 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/99:16 pmLAS - RAP
1 stop12h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$234
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Thu 10/309:44 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 22mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/25:38 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 16mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/15$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 10/145:30 amRAP - LAS
1 stop4h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/216:00 amLAS - RAP
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 12/57:35 pmRAP - SNA
1 stop19h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/95:46 pmSNA - RAP
1 stop24h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 10/288:45 amRAP - LAX
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/32:33 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/215:39 pmRAP - SNA
1 stop19h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/287:45 amSNA - RAP
1 stop8h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$263

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

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Rapid City

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Wed 11/5

10:14 am-7:16 am

1 stop22h 02m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 11/9

5:38 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$227

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Tue 10/14

5:30 am-8:44 am

1 stop4h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-12:37 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$249

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Sat 1/10

2:40 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/15

3:33 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$249

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Thu 1/8

10:40 am-5:38 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/11

11:05 pm-10:05 am

2 stops10h 00m

$254

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 11/8

2:25 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/15

3:28 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$259

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Tue 10/28

8:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/3

2:33 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$259

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Sat 1/31

10:40 am-9:41 pm

2 stops12h 01m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/7

10:05 am-10:14 pm

2 stops11h 09m

$259

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Tue 9/30

7:00 am-10:54 am

1 stop4h 54m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/4

9:46 am-5:00 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$259

Rapid CitySanta Ana

RAP - SNA

RAPSNA

Rapid City

Fri 12/5

7:35 pm-1:36 pm

1 stop19h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 12/9

7:15 am-9:47 am

2 stops25h 32m

$260

Rapid CitySanta Ana

RAP - SNA

RAPSNA

Rapid City

Sat 10/4

11:15 am-5:13 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/8

8:40 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$274

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to California (average of $246). Flying from Rapid City to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 CA?

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

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Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Allegiant Air from Rapid City to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
699 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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 California. 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 California?

    Rapid City (RAP), located 9.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Rapid City to California.

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

    United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines can get you from Rapid City to California in just under 4h 14m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 44m. The distance from Rapid City to California is about 841 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rapid City to California are Allegiant Air ($54), Delta ($180), and American Airlines ($189).

  • What are the most popular routes from Rapid City to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Rapid City to California are Rapid City - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Rapid City - Los Angeles and Rapid City - Palm Springs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to California (average of $246). Flying from Rapid City to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 California

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City to California. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$100Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$164Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$184Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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