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$173+ 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 7/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — HOU
Jun 15 — Jun 221
Mon 6/15
Mon 6/22
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 May 16, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 12/44:00 pm
RAP
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IAH
1 stop5h 48m
Delta
Mon 12/76:30 am
IAH
-
RAP
1 stop8h 22m
Delta
Deal found 5/12$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 5/2712:41 pm
RAP
-
IAH
1 stop6h 06m
American Airlines
Sun 5/316:02 am
IAH
-
RAP
1 stop4h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/12$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 6/265:00 pm
RAP
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IAH
1 stop4h 28m
American Airlines
Mon 6/296:02 am
IAH
-
RAP
1 stop4h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13$355
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Sat 6/65:00 pm
RAP
-
IAH
1 stop5h 58m
American Airlines
Sun 6/75:01 am
IAH
-
RAP
1 stop5h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/12$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 5/295:53 pm
RAP
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IAH
1 stop5h 06m
United Airlines
Tue 6/25:00 am
IAH
-
RAP
1 stop6h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/63:43 pm
RAP
-
IAH
Nonstop2h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 6/75:15 am
IAH
-
RAP
1 stop5h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11$391
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/125:00 pm
RAP
-
IAH
1 stop5h 58m
American Airlines
Sun 6/145:01 am
IAH
-
RAP
1 stop5h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/11$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 8/213:27 pm
RAP
-
IAH
1 stop6h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 8/255:15 am
IAH
-
RAP
1 stop7h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Thu 5/2812:47 pm
RAP
-
IAH
2 stops10h 12m
American Airlines
Sun 5/316:02 am
IAH
-
RAP
1 stop4h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/11$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 5/285:00 am
RAP
-
IAH
1 stop5h 15m
United Airlines
Mon 6/15:15 am
IAH
-
RAP
1 stop5h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12$421
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sat 6/65:00 pm
RAP
-
HOU
1 stop5h 59m
American Airlines
Sun 6/76:03 am
HOU
-
RAP
1 stop4h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/11$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/125:00 pm
RAP
-
HOU
1 stop5h 59m
American Airlines
Sun 6/146:03 am
HOU
-
RAP
1 stop4h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/11$593

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 May 16, 2026.

Round-trip from

$335
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$173
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$397
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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 May 16, 2026.
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Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Fri 6/26

5:00 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/29

6:02 am-9:49 am

1 stop4h 47m

$355

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Sat 6/6

3:43 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 6/7

6:30 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$389

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Tue 8/25

8:55 am-5:03 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 8/29

5:00 am-10:26 am

1 stop6h 26m

$399

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Fri 8/21

3:27 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/25

5:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 40m

$399

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Sat 10/24

10:26 am-7:06 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/27

2:48 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$399

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Thu 5/28

5:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/1

5:15 am-9:19 am

1 stop5h 04m

$421

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - IAH

RAPIAH

Rapid City

Fri 5/29

2:36 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops8h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/2

5:20 am-3:49 pm

2 stops11h 29m

$509

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - HOU

RAPHOU

Rapid City

Fri 6/12

5:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Houston Hobby

Sun 6/14

6:03 am-9:49 am

1 stop4h 46m

$593

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - HOU

RAPHOU

Rapid City

Sun 5/31

5:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/1

6:03 am-9:49 am

1 stop4h 46m

$727

Rapid CityHouston

RAP - HOU

RAPHOU

Rapid City

Fri 6/19

10:19 am-7:51 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Houston Hobby

Tue 6/30

6:03 am-9:33 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$757

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Houston (average of $248). Flying from Rapid City to Houston in February is currently the most expensive (average of $349). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Rapid City to Houston?

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 May 16, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rapid City to Houston, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,727 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,727 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,727 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,662 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,727 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

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 2 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 2h 55m. 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 $248, United Airlines will fly you from Rapid City to Houston and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $313. United Airlines is priced at 40% 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Houston (average of $248). Flying from Rapid City to Houston in February is currently the most expensive (average of $349). 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 Houston

Discover the top 2 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 May 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$313Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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