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$161+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Houston

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 10/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — HOU
Oct 29 — Nov 51
Wed 10/29
Wed 11/5
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rapid City (RAP) to Houston (HO1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(Delta)

One-way from

$161
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$764
From Rapid City to Houston
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Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:05 amRAP - IAH
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Fri 11/285:48 pmIAH - RAP
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 9/29$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/62:51 pmRAP - IAH
2 stops8h 10mDelta
Thu 12/1811:02 amIAH - RAP
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Deal found 9/29$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Fri 10/174:35 pmRAP - IAH
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/195:00 amIAH - RAP
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/27$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/52:51 pmRAP - IAH
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Sat 12/136:40 amIAH - RAP
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Deal found 9/28$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/54:25 pmRAP - IAH
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Sun 12/146:40 amIAH - RAP
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Deal found 9/29$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 - IAH
1 stop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/318:30 amIAH - RAP
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/28$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/284:59 pmRAP - IAH
1 stop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/316:23 pmIAH - RAP
2 stops18h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/28$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/284:59 pmRAP - HOU
1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/3110:03 amHOU - RAP
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/28$350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. 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 10/145:50 pmRAP - IAH
1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/185:00 amIAH - RAP
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/28$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/55:15 amRAP - HOU
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/149:05 amHOU - RAP
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/27$375
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/22:27 pmRAP - IAH
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Sat 10/45:46 pmIAH - RAP
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Deal found 9/27$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/55:15 amRAP - HOU
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/139:02 amHOU - RAP
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/27$379

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to Houston 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 September 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to Houston that are best for you.

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Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Sat 12/6

2:51 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 12/18

11:02 am-3:45 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$259

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Mon 11/24

6:05 am-2:23 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 11/28

5:48 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$259

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Fri 10/17

4:35 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/19

5:00 am-10:13 am

1 stop6h 13m

$269

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Sat 2/28

4:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/4

10:45 am-3:14 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$274

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Fri 12/5

4:25 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 12/13

6:40 am-2:09 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$274

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - HOU

RAPHOU

Rapid City

Fri 12/5

5:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop5h 30m

Houston Hobby

Sun 12/14

9:05 am-1:12 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$375

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - HOU

RAPHOU

Rapid City

Fri 12/5

5:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop5h 30m

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/13

9:02 am-1:12 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$379

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - HOU

RAPHOU

Rapid City

Mon 11/24

5:18 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 22m

Houston Hobby

Fri 11/28

4:25 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$379

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - HOU

RAPHOU

Rapid City

Sat 12/6

1:47 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/18

9:05 am-1:50 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$379

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - HOU

RAPHOU

Rapid City

Mon 11/24

5:18 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 22m

Houston Hobby

Thu 11/27

10:11 am-1:12 pm

1 stop28h 01m

$413

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Best time to book a flight from Rapid City to Houston

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Rapid City to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated September 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rapid City to Houston, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rapid City to Houston. 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 Houston?

    Rapid City (RAP) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Rapid City to Houston. You should not have trouble finding flights to Houston from Rapid City; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Rapid City airport to Houston. 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 Houston?

    Departing from Rapid City to Houston will take you 5h 30m. There are 1081 mi between Rapid City and Houston. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $258, American Airlines will fly you from Rapid City to Houston and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $258 and $283, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $161. Users have also found prices from $161 and $195 on United Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Rapid City to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 Houston

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City to Houston. 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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