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$143+ Cheap flights from Rapid City to Minneapolis (RAP - MSP)

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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — MSP
Sep 1 — Sep 81
Tue 9/1
Tue 9/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Minneapolis

Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/310:46 am
RAP
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 38m
Delta
Mon 9/79:55 pm
MSP
-
RAP
Nonstop1h 42m
Delta
Deal found 7/31$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/186:48 am
RAP
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 39m
Delta
Sun 9/209:10 am
MSP
-
RAP
Nonstop1h 51m
Delta
Deal found 8/1$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/105:22 am
RAP
-
MSP
1 stop4h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 9/146:29 pm
MSP
-
RAP
1 stop5h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/226:48 am
RAP
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 39m
Delta
Tue 10/139:45 pm
MSP
-
RAP
Nonstop1h 45m
Delta
Deal found 7/29$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/236:07 pm
RAP
-
MSP
1 stop5h 15m
American Airlines
Mon 9/286:00 am
MSP
-
RAP
1 stop30h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/29$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/295:58 pm
RAP
-
MSP
1 stop5h 00m
United Airlines
Sat 9/51:41 pm
MSP
-
RAP
1 stop5h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/83:22 pm
RAP
-
MSP
1 stop7h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 10/125:45 am
MSP
-
RAP
1 stop4h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$363
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1010:42 am
RAP
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 36m
Delta
Mon 9/149:35 pm
MSP
-
RAP
Nonstop1h 43m
Delta
Deal found 8/1$364
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/203:34 pm
RAP
-
MSP
1 stop26h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/1310:30 pm
MSP
-
RAP
2 stops40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$369
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 10/1610:06 pm
RAP
-
MSP
2 stops17h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/196:05 am
MSP
-
RAP
1 stop15h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$376

Find flight deals from Rapid City to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rapid City (RAP) to Minneapolis (MSP). 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 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(Delta)

One-way from

$143
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$309 or less

Good one-way deal

$303 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to Minneapolis 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 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Rapid CityMinneapolis

RAP - MSP

RAPMSP

Rapid City

Thu 9/3

6:48 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/7

9:55 pm-10:37 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$309

Rapid CityMinneapolis

RAP - MSP

RAPMSP

Rapid City

Tue 10/20

6:39 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 10/26

1:06 pm-1:57 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$309

Rapid CityMinneapolis

RAP - MSP

RAPMSP

Rapid City

Fri 8/28

3:21 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/30

7:02 am-11:15 am

1 stop5h 13m

$329

Rapid CityMinneapolis

RAP - MSP

RAPMSP

Rapid City

Fri 9/11

6:48 am-9:27 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/13

9:10 am-10:01 am

Nonstop1h 51m

$354

Rapid CityMinneapolis

RAP - MSP

RAPMSP

Rapid City

Sat 8/29

5:58 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/5

1:41 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$359
Quickest round-trip

Rapid CityMinneapolis

RAP - MSP

RAPMSP

Rapid City

Thu 9/10

10:42 am-1:18 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/14

9:35 pm-10:18 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$364

Rapid CityMinneapolis

RAP - MSP

RAPMSP

Rapid City

Thu 9/10

5:22 am-10:41 am

1 stop4h 19m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/14

6:29 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$410

Rapid CityMinneapolis

RAP - MSP

RAPMSP

Rapid City

Sat 10/24

8:57 am-4:56 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 10/27

4:58 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$419

Rapid CityMinneapolis

RAP - MSP

RAPMSP

Rapid City

Tue 10/20

5:00 am-10:51 am

1 stop4h 51m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 10/26

5:30 am-9:33 am

1 stop5h 03m

$429

Rapid CityMinneapolis

RAP - MSP

RAPMSP

Rapid City

Tue 8/25

10:46 am-1:24 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 9/1

1:01 pm-1:48 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$438

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Compare providers for flights from Rapid City to Minneapolis

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 Minneapolis in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Minneapolis (average of $297). Flying from Rapid City to Minneapolis in May is currently the most expensive (average of $569). 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 MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Rapid City to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 2, 2026.

When flying from Rapid City to Minneapolis, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Rapid City to Minneapolis flights typically cost between $177 and $359 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $309 on Delta (Sep 3-Sep 7).

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated August 2, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rapid City to Minneapolis, such as Delta and Sun Country Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

BDL - MSP

The seats were wayyyy too small! If you are a larger person buying 2 seats would not work as arm rests do not go up
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

BDL - MSP

The seats were wayyyy too small! If you are a larger person buying 2 seats would not work as arm rests do not go up
Sun Country Air
6.7
Okay
319 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Aug 2023

BDL - MSP

The seats were wayyyy too small! If you are a larger person buying 2 seats would not work as arm rests do not go up

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Rapid City to Minneapolis?

    If you wish to fly to Minneapolis from Rapid City, then you need to book flights from Rapid City to Minneapolis St Paul. There are 5 flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) per day to choose from. Flights to Minneapolis from Rapid City are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 29m is how long a nonstop flight from Rapid City to Minneapolis St Paul typically takes.

  • How popular is this Rapid City to Minneapolis flight route?

    Within the past month, 5 users have taken a look at flights from Rapid City to Minneapolis St Paul.

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

    A quick flight from Rapid City to Minneapolis can take about 1h 42m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $309. Rapid City and Minneapolis are separated by a distance of 489 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rapid City to Minneapolis round-trip from $73. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. These flights start at 82% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rapid City to Minneapolis one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Sun Country Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $59. Users have also found prices from $210 and $228 on United Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Rapid City to Minneapolis?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Rapid City to Minneapolis on time: Aeromexico (97%), Korean Air (95%), SkyWest Airlines (90%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $381 for a flight from Rapid City to Minneapolis. The cheapest flight overall is $178 while the most popular route, (Rapid City - Minneapolis St Paul) is currently priced at $309.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Minneapolis (average of $297). Flying from Rapid City to Minneapolis in May is currently the most expensive (average of $569). 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 Minneapolis

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City to Minneapolis. 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 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$73Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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