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$174+ 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — HOU
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Houston

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 January 21, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 4/46:00 am
RAP
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IAH
1 stop8h 00m
Delta
Fri 4/106:09 pm
IAH
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RAP
1 stop5h 16m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 4/46:00 am
RAP
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IAH
1 stop8h 00m
Delta
Tue 4/146:09 pm
IAH
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RAP
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sun 4/54:01 pm
RAP
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IAH
1 stop6h 27m
Delta
Tue 4/146:09 pm
IAH
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RAP
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 4/711:03 am
RAP
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IAH
2 stops9h 06m
Delta
Tue 4/146:09 pm
IAH
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RAP
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 4/71:08 pm
RAP
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IAH
1 stop4h 56m
American Airlines
Sat 4/116:05 am
IAH
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RAP
1 stop6h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 4/811:44 am
RAP
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IAH
2 stops11h 15m
American Airlines
Sat 4/116:05 am
IAH
-
RAP
1 stop6h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/54:10 pm
RAP
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IAH
1 stop6h 05m
Delta
Sat 2/75:15 am
IAH
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RAP
2 stops11h 10m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 10/275:48 pm
RAP
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IAH
1 stop5h 11m
United Airlines
Sat 10/312:48 pm
IAH
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RAP
1 stop6h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 6/65:48 pm
RAP
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IAH
1 stop5h 11m
United Airlines
Sat 6/135:05 am
IAH
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RAP
1 stop5h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 10/155:48 pm
RAP
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IAH
1 stop5h 11m
United Airlines
Fri 10/235:05 am
IAH
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RAP
1 stop5h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 4/71:08 pm
RAP
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HOU
1 stop5h 43m
American Airlines
Tue 4/1412:42 pm
HOU
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RAP
1 stop4h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 4/811:44 am
RAP
-
HOU
2 stops11h 03m
American Airlines
Tue 4/1412:42 pm
HOU
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RAP
1 stop4h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$334

Find 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 January 21, 2026.

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

One-way from

$174
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$338
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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 January 21, 2026.
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Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Tue 4/28

5:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/2

5:09 am-10:36 am

1 stop6h 27m

$249

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Sat 4/4

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/8

6:09 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$249

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Sat 4/4

11:03 am-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 56m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/10

6:09 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$254

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Sat 4/4

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/14

6:09 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$264

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Mon 4/6

11:03 am-6:12 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/14

6:09 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$264

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Fri 4/10

4:01 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/14

6:09 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$279

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Sun 4/5

4:01 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/14

6:09 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$279

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Tue 4/7

11:03 am-9:09 pm

2 stops9h 06m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/14

6:09 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$284

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Tue 4/7

1:08 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/11

6:05 am-11:14 am

1 stop6h 09m

$289

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Thu 2/5

4:10 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/7

5:15 am-3:25 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$304

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Best time to book a flight from Rapid City to Houston

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

Currently, May 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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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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 January 21, 2026.
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
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,174 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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 13m. There are 1058 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 $150, Delta will fly you from Rapid City to Houston and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $258 and $282, respectively. Delta is priced at 61% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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, May 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$150Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$282Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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