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$114+ 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — LAX
Sep 12 — Sep 191
Sat 9/12
Sat 9/19
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 August 13, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/257:34 pm -
1 stop25h 21m
Wed 9/305:20 pm -
1 stop19h 25m
Deal found 8/10$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1410:01 pm -
1 stop16h 05m
Fri 9/118:50 am -
1 stop8h 59m
Deal found 8/9$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 10/35:00 am -
1 stop5h 32m
Tue 10/610:55 am -
1 stop7h 25m
Deal found 8/12$329
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Mon 8/318:22 pm -
2 stops28h 49m
Sun 9/64:15 pm -
1 stop26h 18m
Deal found 8/11$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/85:04 pm -
1 stop7h 47m
Mon 10/1211:52 pm -
1 stop9h 02m
Deal found 8/10$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/117:00 am -
1 stop5h 37m
Thu 9/1712:50 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Deal found 8/12$384
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 9/47:00 am -
1 stop5h 37m
Thu 9/104:15 pm -
1 stop5h 18m
Deal found 8/8$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Mon 8/3112:30 pm -
1 stop7h 49m
Sun 9/65:00 am -
1 stop6h 24m
Deal found 8/10$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Mon 8/177:00 am -
1 stop5h 37m
Mon 8/242:29 pm -
1 stop5h 08m
Deal found 8/10$424

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 August 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$308
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$114
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$418
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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 August 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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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP Rapid City - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 10/3

5:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop5h 32m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 10/6

10:55 am-7:20 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$329

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP Rapid City - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 10/3

11:45 am-3:27 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 10/5

1:15 am-9:54 am

1 stop7h 39m

$329

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP Rapid City - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Mon 8/31

8:22 pm-12:11 am

2 stops28h 49m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 9/6

4:15 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop26h 18m

$347

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP Rapid City - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Mon 8/31

12:30 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 9/6

5:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$420
Quickest round-trip

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP Rapid City - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 9/19

4:56 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/23

6:30 am-12:06 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$467

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP Rapid City - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 9/19

4:56 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 9/21

6:30 am-12:06 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$474

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP Rapid City - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Fri 10/23

11:17 am-3:03 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 10/26

10:34 pm-8:43 pm

2 stops21h 09m

$505

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP Rapid City - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 9/26

5:00 am-11:37 am

1 stop7h 37m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/30

10:15 am-10:30 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$586

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP Rapid City - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 9/19

8:40 am-3:03 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 9/23

2:29 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$595

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP Rapid City - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sat 9/19

7:00 am-6:04 pm

2 stops12h 04m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 9/21

4:15 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$612

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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 August.
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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Los Angeles (average of $309). Flying from Rapid City to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $616). 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 August 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.

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 August 13, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American 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
10,111 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,923 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

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 4h 46m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Rapid City to Los Angeles is about 1076 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying 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. An additional option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $328. United Airlines is currently priced 32% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Los Angeles (average of $309). Flying from Rapid City to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $616). 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City to Los Angeles. 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 August 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$328Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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