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$259+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City (ABQ - RAP)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABQ — RAP
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albuquerque to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Rapid City (RAP). 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 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(United Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$377
From Albuquerque to Rapid City
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Cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albuquerque to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/35:30 amABQ - RAP
1 stop3h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/75:59 pmRAP - ABQ
1 stop3h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 8/306:06 pmABQ - RAP
1 stop3h 53mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/315:59 pmRAP - ABQ
1 stop3h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/105:30 amABQ - RAP
1 stop3h 36mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/174:47 pmRAP - ABQ
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/221:39 pmABQ - RAP
1 stop3h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/261:44 pmRAP - ABQ
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/55:30 amABQ - RAP
1 stop6h 02mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/75:59 pmRAP - ABQ
1 stop3h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/35:30 amABQ - RAP
1 stop3h 36mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/54:47 pmRAP - ABQ
1 stop16h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$429

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City 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 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City that are best for you.

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AlbuquerqueRapid City

ABQ - RAP

ABQRAP

Albuquerque

Wed 9/3

5:30 am-9:06 am

1 stop3h 36m

Rapid City

Sun 9/7

5:59 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$259

AlbuquerqueRapid City

ABQ - RAP

ABQRAP

Albuquerque

Fri 1/16

1:06 pm-8:11 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Rapid City

Sun 1/18

12:30 pm-5:33 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$279

AlbuquerqueRapid City

ABQ - RAP

ABQRAP

Albuquerque

Sat 8/30

6:06 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop3h 53m

Rapid City

Sun 8/31

5:59 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop3h 59m

$309

AlbuquerqueRapid City

ABQ - RAP

ABQRAP

Albuquerque

Wed 9/10

5:30 am-9:06 am

1 stop3h 36m

Rapid City

Wed 9/17

4:47 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$319

AlbuquerqueRapid City

ABQ - RAP

ABQRAP

Albuquerque

Wed 10/1

5:44 am-12:03 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Rapid City

Sat 10/4

5:00 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$324

AlbuquerqueRapid City

ABQ - RAP

ABQRAP

Albuquerque

Mon 9/22

1:39 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop3h 26m

Rapid City

Fri 9/26

1:44 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$371

AlbuquerqueRapid City

ABQ - RAP

ABQRAP

Albuquerque

Wed 10/1

8:00 am-8:34 pm

2 stops12h 34m

Rapid City

Sat 10/4

5:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$384

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Deals found on 8/18

Best time to book a flight from Albuquerque to Rapid City

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Albuquerque to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $502). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Rapid City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rapid City. 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 Rapid City. Reviews last updated August 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Albuquerque to Rapid City by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Albuquerque to Rapid City will take you 3h 36m. Albuquerque and Rapid City are separated by a distance of 649 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    American Airlines, at $248, was found to be the cheapest airline from Albuquerque to Rapid City. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Albuquerque to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $502). 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 Albuquerque to Rapid City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City. 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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