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$261+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Rapid City (BUF - RAP)

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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — RAP
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$261
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$521
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/268:02 amBUF - RAP
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/21:43 pmRAP - BUF
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 7/266:45 amBUF - RAP
2 stops11h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/23:25 pmRAP - BUF
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/106:30 amBUF - RAP
2 stops9h 14mDelta
Sat 8/1611:30 amRAP - BUF
2 stops10h 29mDelta
Deal found 4/30$344

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Rapid City that are best for you.

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BuffaloRapid City

BUF - RAP

BUFRAP

Buffalo

Sat 7/26

8:02 am-11:33 am

1 stop5h 31m

Rapid City

Sat 8/2

1:43 pm-12:32 am

1 stop8h 49m

$269

BuffaloRapid City

BUF - RAP

BUFRAP

Buffalo

Sat 7/26

6:45 am-4:02 pm

2 stops11h 17m

Rapid City

Sat 8/2

3:25 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$317

BuffaloRapid City

BUF - RAP

BUFRAP

Buffalo

Sun 8/10

6:30 am-1:44 pm

2 stops9h 14m

Rapid City

Sat 8/16

11:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 29m

$344

BuffaloRapid City

BUF - RAP

BUFRAP

Buffalo

Tue 5/13

5:10 am-11:19 am

1 stop8h 09m

$311

BuffaloRapid City

BUF - RAP

BUFRAP

Buffalo

Tue 5/13

12:05 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops12h 29m

$316

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Deals found on 4/30

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Buffalo to Rapid City in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Buffalo-Rapid City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Buffalo-Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Buffalo-Rapid City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Buffalo-Rapid City flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Buffalo-Rapid City 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 Buffalo to Rapid City

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to Rapid City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Buffalo to Rapid City at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 5% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Rapid City by month

Plan your trip to Rapid City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rapid City ranges from 0.3 - 3.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Rapid City when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Rapid City by month

Plan your trip to Rapid City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rapid City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    United Airlines, at $269, was found to be the cheapest airline from Buffalo to Rapid City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Delta. United Airlines is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $261 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $266 and $628, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Buffalo to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $520). 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 Buffalo to Rapid City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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