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$119+ 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 12/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RAP
Dec 18 — Dec 251
Thu 12/18
Thu 12/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Rapid City

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3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$182
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$119
(Kiwi.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 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Wed 12/39:54 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/710:19 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop22h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/112:53 pmRNO - RAP
1 stop17h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1410:19 pmRAP - RNO
1 stop12h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Fri 12/199:15 amLAX - RAP
1 stop10h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2110:20 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop23h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/26:00 amSFO - RAP
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/87:35 pmRAP - SFO
2 stops26h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/42:13 pmSFO - RAP
1 stop6h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/87:35 pmRAP - SFO
2 stops26h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/162:51 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 11/17$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1212:30 amSFO - RAP
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Mon 12/156:05 amRAP - SFO
1 stop8h 28mDelta
Deal found 11/18$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/26:00 amSFO - RAP
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/57:35 pmRAP - SFO
2 stops37h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/61:25 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop8h 21mDelta
Tue 12/96:05 amRAP - LAX
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Deal found 11/17$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/23:33 pmSFO - RAP
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Mon 12/84:25 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Deal found 11/17$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/42:13 pmSFO - RAP
1 stop6h 16mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/57:35 pmRAP - SFO
2 stops37h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/612:41 pmMFR - RAP
2 stops9h 05mDelta
Wed 12/102:51 pmRAP - MFR
2 stops10h 08mDelta
Deal found 11/17$294

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 November 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Rapid City that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Rapid City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Wed 12/3

9:54 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Rapid City

Sun 12/7

10:19 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop22h 46m

$193

RenoRapid City

RNO - RAP

RNORAP

Reno

Thu 12/11

2:53 pm-9:40 am

1 stop17h 47m

Rapid City

Sun 12/14

10:19 pm-10:01 am

1 stop12h 42m

$201

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Fri 12/19

9:15 am-8:26 pm

1 stop10h 11m

Rapid City

Sun 12/21

10:20 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop23h 11m

$202

RenoRapid City

RNO - RAP

RNORAP

Reno

Wed 1/7

9:10 am-3:22 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Rapid City

Tue 1/13

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$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

2:51 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$259

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

6:40 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Rapid City

Sat 2/21

5:40 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$259

RenoRapid City

RNO - RAP

RNORAP

Reno

Wed 1/7

11:59 am-10:28 pm

2 stops9h 29m

Rapid City

Tue 1/13

10:54 am-10:17 pm

2 stops12h 23m

$269

Palm SpringsRapid City

PSP - RAP

PSPRAP

Palm Springs

Mon 1/5

3:34 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Rapid City

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-2:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$284

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

1:25 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Rapid City

Tue 12/9

6:05 am-1:11 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$284

San FranciscoRapid City

SFO - RAP

SFORAP

San Francisco

Sat 12/6

3:33 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Rapid City

Wed 12/10

6:05 am-1:33 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$284

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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 18, 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 United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from California to Rapid City in about 5h 12m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 30m. The distance from California to Rapid City is about 914 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $219 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $241 and $266, 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, Ontario - Rapid City and Los Angeles - 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 18, 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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