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$319+ Cheap flights from Rapid City to Dayton (RAP - DAY)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — DAY
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Mon 4/20
Mon 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Dayton

Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Dayton
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 21, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/211:35 pm
RAP
-
DAY
1 stop6h 48m
United Airlines
Sun 5/246:05 pm
DAY
-
RAP
1 stop5h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/20$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 4/42:47 pm
RAP
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DAY
1 stop5h 33m
United Airlines
Wed 4/811:32 am
DAY
-
RAP
2 stops9h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/20$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 4/82:47 pm
RAP
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DAY
1 stop5h 38m
United Airlines
Sat 4/112:05 pm
DAY
-
RAP
1 stop6h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/18$409

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$319
(United Airlines)
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Rapid CityDayton

RAP - DAY

RAPDAY

Rapid City

Wed 4/8

2:47 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Dayton

Sat 4/11

2:05 pm-6:19 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$409

Rapid CityDayton

RAP - DAY

RAPDAY

Rapid City

Sat 4/4

8:30 am-6:12 pm

2 stops7h 42m

Dayton

Wed 4/8

11:32 am-7:02 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$507

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Compare providers for flights from Rapid City to Dayton

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rapid City to Dayton in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Rapid City-Dayton flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rapid City-Dayton flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rapid City-Dayton flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rapid City-Dayton flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Rapid City-Dayton flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Weekly flight availability from Rapid City to Dayton

Explore weekly flight availability from Rapid City to Dayton. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 21, 2026.

The most flights from RAP to DAY are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. 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 Dayton. Reviews last updated March 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Rapid City to Dayton 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
9,452 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,452 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,452 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rapid City to Dayton. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Rapid City to Dayton?

    Booking a flight from Rapid City (RAP) to Dayton (DAY) is your only option if you wish to fly from Rapid City to Dayton. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Rapid City to Dayton, all of which are around 5h 33m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from Rapid City to Dayton.

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

    United Airlines can get you from Rapid City to Dayton in just under 5h 38m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Rapid City and Dayton are separated by a distance of 1006 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rapid City to Dayton round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Dayton, with prices starting at $443.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to Dayton 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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Top airline flying from Rapid City to Dayton

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Rapid City to Dayton. 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 March 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$443Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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