Cheap Flights from Rapid City, SD to California (CA) from $174 - Find Tickets & Airfare Deals at Cheapflights.com

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Rapid City (RAP) to California

How far in advance should I book a flight from Rapid City to California?

To save on the cost of your flight from Rapid City to California, book at least 17 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 20% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $75 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $95.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rapid City to California?

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to California from Rapid City. Users have commonly found prices around $86 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $43. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

One-way flights to California from Rapid City

The cheapest one-way flights from Rapid City to California

1:40 am - 9:14 am

United Airlines

1 Stop

8h 34m

RAP - SNA

$174

United

1:30 am - 11:10 am

Delta

2 Stops

10h 40m

RAP - OAK

$243

Delta

1:00 am - 5:41 pm

American Airlines

3 Stops

17h 41m

RAP - SFO

$291

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Flight FAQs

From Rapid City to California

Are flight prices decreasing from Rapid City to California due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both Rapid City and California for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Rapid City to California to control the spread of COVID-19?

Delta is one of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. Some of the new policies that have been implemented to accommodate travelers flying from Rapid City to California are improved sanitation, HEPA filters, mask requirements, social distance seating (for a limited time), and pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms. Policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from Rapid City to California have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines flying from Rapid City to California have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Can I find flights from Rapid City to California for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Rapid City to California for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $231, but on average you can expect to pay $286.

Are there nonstop flights from Rapid City to California for under $200 on Cheapflights?

There are no nonstop flights from Rapid City to California, but Cheapflights can provide you with all the information you need to find the fastest route with the fewest stops.

Are there last-minute flights available from Rapid City to California for under $500?

There are currently 12+ open flights from Rapid City to California within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

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

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

When deciding which route to take from Rapid City to California consider Rapid City - Los Angeles, Rapid City - San Jose or Rapid City - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty as they are the most popular.

What are the cheapest Flights from Rapid City to California?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Rapid City to California? While on average our users pay $512, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $235. The most popular route (Rapid City - Los Angeles), is priced around $231.

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 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 42m. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rapid City to California round-trip?

Currently priced at $271, United Airlines will fly you from Rapid City to California and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $290 and $293, respectively.

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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $132 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $167 and Delta from $169 one-way.