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$274+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Rapid City (BUF - 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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — RAP
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$274
(American Airlines)

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Average price

$504
From Buffalo to Rapid City
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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 September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/261:00 pmBUF - RAP
2 stops9h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/305:00 pmRAP - BUF
2 stops16h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/268:25 amBUF - RAP
1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/304:35 pmRAP - BUF
2 stops15h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$437
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/207:07 amBUF - RAP
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/239:56 amRAP - BUF
2 stops10h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$441
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/268:04 amBUF - RAP
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/309:25 pmRAP - BUF
1 stop23h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$641
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/157:05 amBUF - RAP
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/223:19 pmRAP - BUF
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$658
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/2610:07 amBUF - RAP
2 stops13h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/305:18 amRAP - BUF
1 stop8h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$874
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/157:05 amBUF - RAP
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/233:19 pmRAP - BUF
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$939

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Buffalo

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Rapid City

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Depart

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Price

BuffaloRapid City

BUF - RAP

BUFRAP

Buffalo

Sat 1/17

12:27 pm-8:11 pm

2 stops9h 44m

Rapid City

Sat 1/24

12:30 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$274

BuffaloRapid City

BUF - RAP

BUFRAP

Buffalo

Sat 1/17

6:16 am-3:14 pm

2 stops10h 58m

Rapid City

Sat 1/24

10:40 am-11:57 pm

2 stops11h 17m

$279

BuffaloRapid City

BUF - RAP

BUFRAP

Buffalo

Sat 2/28

10:20 am-3:14 pm

2 stops6h 54m

Rapid City

Wed 3/4

6:20 am-11:07 pm

2 stops14h 47m

$358

BuffaloRapid City

BUF - RAP

BUFRAP

Buffalo

Fri 9/26

1:00 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops9h 53m

Rapid City

Tue 9/30

5:00 pm-11:06 am

2 stops16h 06m

$408

BuffaloRapid City

BUF - RAP

BUFRAP

Buffalo

Sat 2/28

10:50 am-8:33 pm

2 stops11h 43m

Rapid City

Wed 3/4

7:05 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$437

BuffaloRapid City

BUF - RAP

BUFRAP

Buffalo

Fri 9/26

8:25 am-12:37 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Rapid City

Tue 9/30

4:35 pm-9:53 am

2 stops15h 18m

$437

BuffaloRapid City

BUF - RAP

BUFRAP

Buffalo

Mon 10/20

7:07 am-10:13 am

1 stop5h 06m

Rapid City

Thu 10/23

9:56 am-10:42 pm

2 stops10h 46m

$441

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Deals found on 9/11

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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 September 11, 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.

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 September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Buffalo to Rapid City 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
8,937 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

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
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

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
8,937 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

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 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.

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

    For as low as $274, American Airlines can have you in Rapid City from Buffalo in 9h 44m. The distance between Buffalo and Rapid City is about 1217 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    United Airlines, at $322, was found to be the cheapest airline from Buffalo to Rapid City. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. United Airlines is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 $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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$322Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$328Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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