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$236+ Cheap flights from Rapid City to New Orleans (RAP - MSY)

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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — MSY
Apr 28 — May 51
Tue 4/28
Tue 5/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from Rapid City to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 29, 2026.

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.
Sat 8/221:33 pm
RAP
-
MSY
1 stop7h 59m
United Airlines
Tue 8/258:04 am
MSY
-
RAP
1 stop5h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26$429
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/282:21 pm
RAP
-
MSY
1 stop6h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 3/314:47 pm
MSY
-
RAP
1 stop6h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/28$459
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1411:25 am
RAP
-
MSY
2 stops10h 50m
United Airlines
Thu 10/222:40 pm
MSY
-
RAP
1 stop5h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/28$470
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.
Thu 4/95:27 am
RAP
-
MSY
1 stop7h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 4/132:23 pm
MSY
-
RAP
1 stop7h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/27$472
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1411:25 am
RAP
-
MSY
2 stops10h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 10/203:30 pm
MSY
-
RAP
2 stops7h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/28$475
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/152:35 pm
RAP
-
MSY
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/218:30 pm
MSY
-
RAP
1 stop19h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$479
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1112:50 pm
RAP
-
MSY
1 stop7h 37m
United Airlines
Thu 10/2212:10 pm
MSY
-
RAP
2 stops9h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/28$489
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1312:50 pm
RAP
-
MSY
1 stop7h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 10/212:40 pm
MSY
-
RAP
1 stop6h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/28$503
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/164:58 pm
RAP
-
MSY
1 stop5h 01m
American Airlines
Sat 10/175:49 am
MSY
-
RAP
1 stop5h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/28$505

Find flight deals from Rapid City to New Orleans

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$472
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$236
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$450
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($100 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to New Orleans 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 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to New Orleans that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Rapid CityNew Orleans

RAP - MSY

RAPMSY

Rapid City

Thu 4/9

5:27 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/13

2:23 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$472
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

Rapid CityNew Orleans

RAP - MSY

RAPMSY

Rapid City

Wed 5/27

7:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$236

Rapid CityNew Orleans

RAP - MSY

RAPMSY

Rapid City

Wed 5/27

2:36 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops8h 18m

$241

Rapid CityNew Orleans

RAP - MSY

RAPMSY

Rapid City

Wed 5/27

3:32 pm-5:00 am

3 stops36h 28m

$303

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Deals found on 3/28

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Compare providers for flights from Rapid City to New Orleans

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

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Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated March 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Rapid City to New Orleans 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
9,509 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,509 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,509 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $472, United Airlines can have you in New Orleans from Rapid City in 7h. Rapid City and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 1197 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rapid City to New Orleans round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rapid City to New Orleans round-trip from $258. United Airlines is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to New Orleans 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 airline flying from Rapid City to New Orleans

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Rapid City to New Orleans. 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 March 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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