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$143+ Cheap flights from Rapid City to Kansas City (RAP - MCI)

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 7/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — MCI
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rapid City (RAP) to Kansas City (MCI). 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$143
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$640
From Rapid City to Kansas City
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Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Kansas City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/155:30 amRAP - MCI
1 stop4h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/195:15 pmMCI - RAP
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/319:59 pmRAP - MCI
1 stop14h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/32:32 pmMCI - RAP
1 stop7h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/16:01 pmRAP - MCI
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/310:38 amMCI - RAP
1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$396

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to Kansas City 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Rapid City

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Kansas City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rapid CityKansas City

RAP - MCI

RAPMCI

Rapid City

Fri 8/15

5:30 am-10:48 am

1 stop4h 18m

Kansas City

Tue 8/19

5:15 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$249

Rapid CityKansas City

RAP - MCI

RAPMCI

Rapid City

Thu 7/31

9:59 pm-1:37 pm

1 stop14h 38m

Kansas City

Sun 8/3

2:32 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$281

Rapid CityKansas City

RAP - MCI

RAPMCI

Rapid City

Fri 8/1

6:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Kansas City

Sun 8/3

10:38 am-4:08 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$396

Rapid CityKansas City

RAP - MCI

RAPMCI

Rapid City

Mon 7/28

6:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$143

Rapid CityKansas City

RAP - MCI

RAPMCI

Rapid City

Tue 8/26

10:15 am-9:42 pm

2 stops10h 27m

$183

Rapid CityKansas City

RAP - MCI

RAPMCI

Rapid City

Mon 7/28

6:33 pm-3:17 pm

2 stops19h 44m

$200

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Deals found on 7/1

Best time to book a flight from Rapid City to Kansas City

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Rapid City to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 Kansas City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kansas City. 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 Kansas City. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Rapid City to Kansas City 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
8,861 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rapid City to Kansas City round-trip from $249. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. United Airlines is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Kansas City (average of $298). Flying from Rapid City to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 Kansas City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City to Kansas City. 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 July 3, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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