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$103+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Mesa, AZ

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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — PHX
Aug 12 — Aug 191
Wed 8/12
Wed 8/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Mesa

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

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Wed 8/55:00 am
RAP
-
PHX
1 stop5h 00m
United Airlines
Sat 8/81:31 pm
PHX
-
RAP
1 stop5h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/9$378
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/35:27 pm
RAP
-
PHX
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/67:45 am
PHX
-
RAP
1 stop12h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13$386
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1211:45 am
RAP
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 25m
American Airlines
Fri 8/288:34 am
PHX
-
RAP
Nonstop2h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8$401
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/511:45 am
RAP
-
PHX
Nonstop2h 25m
American Airlines
Sat 8/88:34 am
PHX
-
RAP
Nonstop2h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/9$412
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/256:07 pm
RAP
-
PHX
1 stop13h 38m
American Airlines
Mon 9/284:34 pm
PHX
-
RAP
1 stop17h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8$426
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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.
Tue 8/257:00 am
RAP
-
PHX
1 stop4h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 8/291:34 pm
PHX
-
RAP
1 stop6h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/12$429

Find flight deals from Rapid City to Mesa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rapid City to Mesa flight deals. Data was last updated July 13, 2026.

Round-trip from

$378
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$103
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$338
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to Mesa 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 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to Mesa that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Rapid CityPhoenix

RAP - PHX

RAPPHX

Rapid City

Wed 8/5

5:00 am-9:00 am

1 stop5h 00m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 8/8

1:31 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$378
Quickest round-trip

Rapid CityPhoenix

RAP - PHX

RAPPHX

Rapid City

Wed 9/9

6:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 9/14

8:30 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$411

Rapid CityPhoenix

RAP - PHX

RAPPHX

Rapid City

Tue 8/25

7:00 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 8/29

1:34 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$429
Cheapest one-way

Rapid CityPhoenix

RAP - PHX

RAPPHX

Rapid City

Tue 8/11

7:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$294

Rapid CityPhoenix

RAP - PHX

RAPPHX

Rapid City

Tue 9/8

5:00 am-9:04 am

1 stop5h 04m

$294

Rapid CityPhoenix

RAP - PHX

RAPPHX

Rapid City

Wed 9/9

7:00 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

$294
Quickest one-way

Rapid CityPhoenix

RAP - PHX

RAPPHX

Rapid City

Wed 9/16

11:22 am-2:57 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$294

Rapid CityPhoenix

RAP - PHX

RAPPHX

Rapid City

Mon 9/7

6:48 am-8:31 am

1 stop26h 43m

$347

Rapid CityPhoenix

RAP - PHX

RAPPHX

Rapid City

Sat 8/8

10:46 am-8:06 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$347

Rapid CityPhoenix

RAP - PHX

RAPPHX

Rapid City

Fri 9/11

5:48 pm-10:22 am

2 stops17h 34m

$349

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Deals found on 7/12

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RAP to MS9?

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

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 65% on flights from Rapid City to Mesa by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Rapid City to Mesa

Explore weekly flight availability from Rapid City to Mesa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 13, 2026.

The most flights from RAP to MS9 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Mesa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mesa. 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 Mesa. Reviews last updated July 13, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Rapid City to Mesa 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
9,983 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,Jun 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,983 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,983 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,Jun 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,810 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,983 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,Jun 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rapid City to Mesa. 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 Mesa?

    If you book a flight to Mesa from Rapid City, you will be flying from Rapid City, which is the city’s only airport. Rapid City (RAP) is located 9.0 mi from the center of Rapid City. There is 1 flight from Rapid City to Mesa per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Rapid City to Mesa?

    A quick flight from Rapid City to Mesa can take about 5h. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $378. The distance from Rapid City to Mesa is about 875 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Rapid City to Mesa?

    The cheapest flight price from Rapid City to Mesa is $180. On average you can expect to pay $401. The most popular route, (Rapid City - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), can usually be booked for $421.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to Mesa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Rapid City to Mesa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City to Mesa. 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 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$108Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$338Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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