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$59+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to California

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RAP — LAX
Aug 8 — Aug 151
Sat 8/8
Sat 8/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to California

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 July 9, 2026.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/610:06 pm
RAP
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 27m
Allegiant Air
Sun 8/3011:25 am
LAS
-
RAP
Nonstop2h 15m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/8$90
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/610:06 pm
RAP
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 27m
Allegiant Air
Thu 8/135:57 pm
LAS
-
RAP
Nonstop2h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/8$102
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 8/610:06 pm
RAP
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 27m
Allegiant Air
Sun 8/165:57 pm
LAS
-
RAP
Nonstop2h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/7$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 8/29:50 pm
RAP
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 19m
Allegiant Air
Thu 8/65:57 pm
LAS
-
RAP
Nonstop2h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/5$105
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/29:50 pm
RAP
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 19m
Allegiant Air
Sun 8/95:57 pm
LAS
-
RAP
Nonstop2h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/8$111
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 8/1310:06 pm
RAP
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 27m
Allegiant Air
Sun 8/165:57 pm
LAS
-
RAP
Nonstop2h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/7$116
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/610:06 pm
RAP
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 27m
Allegiant Air
Sun 8/95:57 pm
LAS
-
RAP
Nonstop2h 19m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/6$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 8/274:45 pm
RAP
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 21m
Allegiant Air
Sun 8/3011:25 am
LAS
-
RAP
Nonstop2h 15m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/5$121
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/610:06 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop18h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/136:30 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop13h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 8/233:30 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop18h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/257:07 pm
LAX
-
RAP
2 stops43h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 9/312:36 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop11h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/910:27 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop12h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/610:06 pm
RAP
-
SNA
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/97:45 am
SNA
-
RAP
1 stop12h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8$236

Find flight deals from Rapid City to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rapid City to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 9, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$90
(Super.com)

One-way from

$59
(Super.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$348
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to California that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Sun 8/2

9:50 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop23h 02m

San Francisco

Sat 8/8

3:43 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop28h 33m

$283

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Wed 10/7

11:17 am-5:47 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/10

4:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$319

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Mon 10/19

6:30 am-12:08 pm

1 stop6h 38m

San Diego

Fri 10/30

6:15 am-1:51 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$319

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Wed 8/19

10:26 am-3:03 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/29

2:29 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$319

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Fri 10/30

4:38 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop8h 01m

San Diego

Wed 12/2

6:20 am-1:52 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$319

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 9/5

5:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop5h 32m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/9

2:29 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$319

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Sun 11/1

5:00 am-9:10 am

1 stop5h 10m

San Diego

Wed 12/2

8:50 am-2:43 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$319

Rapid CityPalm Springs

RAP - PSP

RAPPSP

Rapid City

Sat 8/1

7:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Palm Springs

Sat 8/15

9:00 am-5:43 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$319

Rapid CityPalm Springs

RAP - PSP

RAPPSP

Rapid City

Sat 8/1

6:30 am-4:10 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Palm Springs

Sat 8/15

12:41 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$324
Quickest round-trip

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Thu 8/6

5:00 am-9:07 am

1 stop5h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/13

11:51 am-5:06 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$335

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Best time to book a flight from Rapid City to California

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to California (average of $154). Flying from Rapid City to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Rapid City to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 9, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Rapid City to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 88% on airfare.

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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 July 9, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,955 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,955 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,955 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,789 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,955 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

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 6h 38m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 02m. The distance from Rapid City to California is about 1090 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 - Sacramento Intl.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to California (average of $154). Flying from Rapid City to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 2 airlines flying from Rapid City to California

Discover the top 2 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 July 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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