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$216+ Cheap flights from Rapid City to Los Angeles (RAP - LAX)

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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — LAX
Mar 15 — Mar 221
Sun 3/15
Sun 3/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Los Angeles

Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/25:52 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop14h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/81:39 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop26h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 4/237:00 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop5h 16m
United Airlines
Mon 4/275:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop7h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/211:03 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop6h 54m
Delta
Tue 4/79:40 pm
LAX
-
RAP
2 stops11h 40m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/164:01 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop8h 54m
Delta
Mon 3/306:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop8h 18m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 2/287:00 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop5h 31m
United Airlines
Wed 3/42:56 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop4h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 6/115:00 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Sun 6/145:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/12$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Thu 2/2612:25 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop6h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 3/22:56 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop4h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2610:54 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop6h 55m
Delta
Mon 3/211:35 am
LAX
-
RAP
2 stops9h 52m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/304:01 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop8h 54m
Delta
Tue 4/711:59 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop9h 21m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 8/45:00 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 8/412:40 pm
LAX
-
RAP
2 stops8h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$331
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/304:01 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop8h 54m
Delta
Wed 4/81:25 pm
LAX
-
RAP
2 stops8h 00m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$334

Find flight deals from Rapid City to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rapid City (RAP) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 February 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$216
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$359
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($1 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to Los Angeles 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 February 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Rapid City

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Los Angeles

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Price

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 4/23

4:57 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/27

11:41 pm-11:23 am

1 stop10h 42m

$279

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 4/23

7:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop5h 16m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/27

5:00 am-1:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$279

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Fri 7/3

7:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop5h 32m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/8

5:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$279

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Fri 4/3

4:01 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/7

9:40 pm-10:20 am

2 stops11h 40m

$284

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Mon 3/16

4:01 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/30

6:00 am-3:18 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$289

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 2/28

7:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 31m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

2:56 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$294

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 2/26

10:54 am-4:49 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

11:35 am-10:27 pm

2 stops9h 52m

$324

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 4/2

11:03 am-4:57 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/7

11:59 pm-10:20 am

1 stop9h 21m

$329

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Mon 3/30

4:01 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/7

11:59 pm-10:20 am

1 stop9h 21m

$329

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Tue 8/4

5:00 am-9:10 am

1 stop5h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/4

12:40 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops8h 44m

$331

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Compare providers for flights from Rapid City to Los Angeles

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 Los Angeles in February.
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-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rapid City-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rapid City-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rapid City-Los Angeles 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-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Rapid City to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Rapid City with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Rapid City to Los Angeles

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Los Angeles (average of $151). Flying from Rapid City to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RAP to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Rapid City to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 13, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Rapid City to Los Angeles in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 67% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated February 13, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Rapid City to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,283 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,283 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,283 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Rapid City to Los Angeles?

    American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Rapid City to Los Angeles in just under 5h 16m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 38m. The distance from Rapid City to Los Angeles is about 1076 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Rapid City to Los Angeles is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $279 on this airline. United Airlines is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Los Angeles (average of $151). Flying from Rapid City to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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 airline flying from Rapid City to Los Angeles

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