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$63+ Cheap flights from California to Rapid City (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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RAP
Dec 10 — Dec 171
Wed 12/10
Wed 12/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Rapid City

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$122
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$63
(Kissandfly.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$479
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Cheapest flights from California to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 10, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/206:12 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 13mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/2310:10 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 29mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/10$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Tue 12/96:15 amONT - RAP
2 stops26h 32mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1110:19 pmRAP - ONT
1 stop15h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/207:20 pmLAS - RAP
1 stop23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/2310:10 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:50 amSAN - RAP
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Tue 12/164:25 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Deal found 11/10$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Sat 12/1311:40 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop9h 42mDelta
Tue 12/166:05 amRAP - LAX
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Deal found 11/9$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 12/45:00 amMFR - RAP
1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/72:55 pmRAP - MFR
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/9$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 12/43:33 pmSFO - RAP
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Sun 12/74:25 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Deal found 11/9$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 12/116:20 amSJC - RAP
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Mon 12/156:05 amRAP - SJC
2 stops13h 13mDelta
Deal found 11/8$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:27 amSFO - RAP
2 stops12h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/165:15 amRAP - SFO
1 stop9h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/10$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Mon 12/292:37 pmRNO - RAP
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/311:05 amRAP - RNO
1 stop27h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$274
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:00 amSFO - RAP
1 stop14h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/710:19 pmRAP - SFO
2 stops26h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 12/412:41 pmMFR - RAP
2 stops9h 05mDelta
Sun 12/72:51 pmRAP - MFR
2 stops9h 11mDelta
Deal found 11/9$294

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

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California

Fly to

Rapid City

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Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasRapid City

LAS - RAP

LASRAP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 11/20

6:12 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Rapid City

Sun 11/23

10:10 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$122

OntarioRapid City

ONT - RAP

ONTRAP

Ontario

Tue 12/9

6:15 am-9:47 am

2 stops26h 32m

Rapid City

Thu 12/11

10:19 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop15h 51m

$231

Las VegasRapid City

LAS - RAP

LASRAP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/13

4:40 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Rapid City

Mon 2/16

5:20 am-8:56 am

1 stop4h 36m

$249

Las VegasRapid City

LAS - RAP

LASRAP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 11/20

7:20 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop23h 28m

Rapid City

Sun 11/23

10:10 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$257

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Tue 12/9

7:50 am-3:45 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Rapid City

Tue 12/16

4:25 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$259

RenoRapid City

RNO - RAP

RNORAP

Reno

Thu 1/22

5:20 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 05m

Rapid City

Thu 1/29

4:40 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$259

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Sat 12/13

11:40 pm-10:22 am

1 stop9h 42m

Rapid City

Tue 12/16

6:05 am-1:11 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$259

MedfordRapid City

MFR - RAP

MFRRAP

Medford

Thu 12/4

5:00 am-1:11 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Rapid City

Sun 12/7

2:55 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$259

San FranciscoRapid City

SFO - RAP

SFORAP

San Francisco

Tue 12/9

5:55 am-3:45 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Rapid City

Tue 12/16

2:51 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$259

San FranciscoRapid City

SFO - RAP

SFORAP

San Francisco

Thu 12/4

3:33 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Rapid City

Sun 12/7

4:25 pm-12:19 am

1 stop8h 54m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from California to Rapid City

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rapid City (average of $98). Flying from California to Rapid City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 November 10, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Rapid City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on November 24, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Rapid City flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Rapid City from California?

    Rapid City (RAP) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Rapid City. It is only a 9.0 mi journey from Rapid City (RAP) to Rapid City’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Rapid City flight route?

    Flights from California to Rapid City have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Airlines like Allegiant Air, United Airlines, and Delta fly from California to Rapid City in about 2h 13m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 42m. The distance from California to Rapid City is about 841 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $63 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Allegiant Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $161 and $216, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Rapid City?

    The most popular flight routes from California to Rapid City are San Francisco - Rapid City, Sacramento Intl - Rapid City and Reno - Rapid City.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rapid City (average of $98). Flying from California to Rapid City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 4 airlines flying from California to Rapid City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from California 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 November 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$100Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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