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$123+ 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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RAP
Mar 15 — Mar 221
Sun 3/15
Sun 3/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Rapid City

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 February 13, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 3/121:51 pm
LAS
-
RAP
Nonstop2h 14m
Allegiant Air
Thu 3/195:55 pm
RAP
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 28m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/12$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/262:50 pm
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/410:42 am
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop21h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/69:46 pm
LAX
-
RAP
1 stop13h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/85:47 pm
RAP
-
LAX
1 stop15h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/1210:48 am
SNA
-
RAP
1 stop5h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/195:55 pm
RAP
-
SNA
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/274:15 pm
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop16h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/410:42 am
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop21h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Mon 3/1610:40 pm
LAS
-
RAP
1 stop17h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/195:55 pm
RAP
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/252:08 pm
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop25h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/410:42 am
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop21h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 8/62:14 pm
LAS
-
RAP
2 stops7h 10m
United Airlines
Wed 8/1210:45 am
RAP
-
LAS
1 stop7h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/12$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/262:50 pm
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/311:32 am
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop28h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Thu 2/2611:29 am
LAS
-
RAP
2 stops10h 07m
American Airlines
Tue 3/32:21 pm
RAP
-
LAS
1 stop7h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/132:57 pm
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop17h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/1611:37 am
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop10h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 2/257:11 am
SAN
-
RAP
2 stops32h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/15:42 pm
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop20h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$278

Find flight deals from California to Rapid City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Rapid City flight deals. Data was last updated February 13, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$191
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$123
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$226
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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 February 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Las VegasRapid City

LAS - RAP

LASRAP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/12

1:51 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

Rapid City

Thu 3/19

5:55 pm-7:23 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$191

Santa AnaRapid City

SNA - RAP

SNARAP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 3/12

10:48 am-5:05 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Rapid City

Thu 3/19

5:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$265

Las VegasRapid City

LAS - RAP

LASRAP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/6

2:14 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Rapid City

Wed 8/12

10:45 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$270

Las VegasRapid City

LAS - RAP

LASRAP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/26

12:50 am-10:20 am

1 stop8h 30m

Rapid City

Fri 4/3

4:01 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$275

San FranciscoRapid City

SFO - RAP

SFORAP

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

11:28 pm-11:23 am

1 stop10h 55m

Rapid City

Sat 5/2

6:00 am-2:59 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$279

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Thu 5/28

4:10 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Rapid City

Sat 5/30

4:41 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$279

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Fri 5/1

3:00 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Rapid City

Fri 5/8

2:36 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$279

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

6:15 am-1:53 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Rapid City

Mon 6/1

2:36 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$279

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Fri 8/7

4:10 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Rapid City

Tue 8/11

5:30 am-11:27 am

1 stop6h 57m

$279

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

6:15 am-1:53 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Rapid City

Tue 6/2

2:36 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$279

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rapid City (average of $181). Flying from California to Rapid City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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.

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 14m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 16m. The distance from California to Rapid City is about 841 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from California to Rapid City are Los Angeles - Rapid City, San Diego - Rapid City and Ontario - 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rapid City (average of $181). Flying from California to Rapid City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 February 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$138Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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