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$228+ Cheap flights from Rapid City to Raleigh (RAP - RDU)

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 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — RDU
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Sat 8/22
Sat 8/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Raleigh

Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 23, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 12/1011:30 am
RAP
-
RDU
1 stop4h 43m
Delta
Thu 12/176:00 am
RDU
-
RAP
1 stop7h 12m
Delta
Deal found 7/20$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/241:37 pm
RAP
-
RDU
1 stop6h 09m
United Airlines
Sun 9/276:05 am
RDU
-
RAP
1 stop6h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/612:35 pm
RAP
-
RDU
1 stop8h 41m
United Airlines
Mon 8/104:22 pm
RDU
-
RAP
1 stop8h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/267:00 am
RAP
-
RDU
1 stop6h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 8/298:15 am
RDU
-
RAP
1 stop6h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/246:07 pm
RAP
-
RDU
1 stop16h 02m
American Airlines
Sun 9/275:02 am
RDU
-
RAP
2 stops8h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/20$467
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/1311:22 am
RAP
-
RDU
2 stops10h 37m
United Airlines
Sun 8/166:25 am
RDU
-
RAP
1 stop6h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21$485

Find flight deals from Rapid City to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rapid City (RAP) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 July 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$329
(Delta)

One-way from

$228
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$438
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to Raleigh 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 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Thu 8/6

12:35 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/10

4:22 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$409
Quickest round-trip

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Wed 8/26

7:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/29

8:15 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$419

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Thu 8/13

11:22 am-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 37m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/16

6:25 am-10:26 am

1 stop6h 01m

$485
Cheapest one-way

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Thu 9/24

12:47 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$324
Quickest one-way

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Sun 9/13

4:31 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$324

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Mon 9/14

12:47 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$324

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Mon 9/14

4:31 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$329

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Sun 10/4

4:31 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$329

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Sat 8/22

5:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$374

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Mon 9/14

1:36 pm-3:58 pm

3 stops24h 22m

$492

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Deals found on 7/20

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Compare providers for flights from Rapid City to Raleigh

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from Rapid City with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Raleigh (average of $288). Flying from Rapid City to Raleigh in May is currently the most expensive (average of $837). 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.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Rapid City to Raleigh flights typically cost between $320 and $421 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $329 on Delta (Dec 10-Dec 17).

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated July 23, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Rapid City to Raleigh, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,024 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,832 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $409, United Airlines can have you in Raleigh from Rapid City in 8h 41m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1396 mi.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Raleigh, with prices starting at $215. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $268 and $268, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 53% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Raleigh (average of $288). Flying from Rapid City to Raleigh in May is currently the most expensive (average of $837). 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 3 airlines flying from Rapid City to Raleigh

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City to Raleigh. 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 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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