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$169+ 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — LAX
Apr 30 — May 71
Thu 4/30
Thu 5/7
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 March 31, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/265:57 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop24h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/310:59 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop10h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 5/105:57 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/1510:20 pm
LAX
-
RAP
2 stops41h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$321
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/282:34 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop5h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/210:20 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop15h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/289:00 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop5h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 8/15:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop6h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Sat 4/1810:58 am
RAP
-
LAX
2 stops12h 28m
Delta
Thu 4/236:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Deal found 3/28$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 10/85:48 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop6h 06m
United Airlines
Sun 10/115:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop5h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26$356
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/155:35 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop6h 24m
United Airlines
Wed 5/207:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop5h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29$365
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/117:00 am
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop5h 16m
United Airlines
Wed 4/155:00 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop7h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/27$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/116:00 am
RAP
-
LAX
2 stops11h 04m
Delta
Wed 4/158:10 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop6h 05m
Delta
Deal found 3/27$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Tue 7/284:28 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop8h 25m
Delta
Mon 8/312:30 am
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop8h 49m
Delta
Deal found 3/28$375

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 March 31, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$307
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$169
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$541
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 March 31, 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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sun 5/10

5:57 pm-7:32 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/15

8:59 pm-5:07 pm

2 stops43h 08m

$326

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 4/18

10:58 am-10:26 pm

2 stops12h 28m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/23

6:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$344

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Tue 7/28

4:28 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/3

12:30 am-10:19 am

1 stop8h 49m

$375

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 4/11

6:00 am-4:04 pm

2 stops11h 04m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/15

10:00 pm-10:17 am

2 stops11h 17m

$379

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Wed 5/27

4:33 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/1

6:15 am-3:49 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$403

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Wed 6/3

11:20 am-5:15 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/7

5:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$429

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Mon 6/1

5:53 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/7

5:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$429
Quickest round-trip

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 8/27

8:55 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/31

8:45 am-5:08 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$429

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 5/14

2:36 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/17

6:15 am-3:48 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$435
Cheapest one-way

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Fri 5/15

11:32 am-9:25 pm

1 stop10h 53m

$169

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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 March.
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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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Los Angeles (average of $258). Flying from Rapid City to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 March 31, 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 March 31, 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
9,525 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jun 2024

FSD - ORD

More comfort and free, fast Wi-Fi would always be appreciated.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,525 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,525 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jun 2024

FSD - ORD

More comfort and free, fast Wi-Fi would always be appreciated.

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?

    United Airlines can get you from Rapid City to Los Angeles in just under 5h 17m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Rapid City to Los Angeles is about 1076 mi.

  • 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 29% 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Los Angeles (average of $258). Flying from Rapid City to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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