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$96+ Cheap flights from California to Rapid City (RAP)

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LAX — RAP
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$168
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$96
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$361
From California to Rapid City
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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 July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/211:17 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop5h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/248:30 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop11h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$168
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/79:31 amSMF - RAP
1 stop10h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/109:49 pmRAP - SMF
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$192
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/146:45 amLAX - RAP
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1710:00 pmRAP - LAX
2 stops19h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 7/172:45 pmRNO - RAP
1 stop5h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/209:49 pmRAP - RNO
1 stop11h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$221
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/248:20 amBUR - RAP
1 stop11h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/279:49 pmRAP - BUR
1 stop10h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$228
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 7/316:45 amSNA - RAP
1 stop13h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/39:49 pmRAP - SNA
1 stop14h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 8/56:45 amSAN - RAP
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/1211:16 amRAP - SAN
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/156:20 amSAN - RAP
1 stop8h 23mDelta
Tue 8/196:20 amRAP - SAN
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Deal found 7/3$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/85:25 amRNO - RAP
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/154:38 pmRAP - RNO
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/168:00 amLAX - RAP
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Tue 9/236:27 amRAP - LAX
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Deal found 7/2$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/211:59 pmONT - RAP
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/135:39 amRAP - ONT
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Mon 8/2512:35 amSFO - RAP
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Tue 9/236:27 amRAP - SFO
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Deal found 7/3$259

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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 July 3, 2025.
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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Thu 8/21

1:17 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Rapid City

Sun 8/24

8:30 pm-7:21 am

1 stop11h 51m

$168

SacramentoRapid City

SMF - RAP

SMFRAP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/7

9:31 am-9:09 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Rapid City

Sun 8/10

9:49 pm-11:06 am

1 stop14h 17m

$192

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

6:45 am-9:10 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Rapid City

Sun 8/17

10:00 pm-4:01 pm

2 stops19h 01m

$199

RenoRapid City

RNO - RAP

RNORAP

Reno

Thu 7/17

2:45 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Rapid City

Sun 7/20

9:49 pm-8:35 am

1 stop11h 46m

$221

BurbankRapid City

BUR - RAP

BURRAP

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 7/24

8:20 am-9:09 pm

1 stop11h 49m

Rapid City

Sun 7/27

9:49 pm-7:25 am

1 stop10h 36m

$228

Santa AnaRapid City

SNA - RAP

SNARAP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/31

6:45 am-9:09 pm

1 stop13h 24m

Rapid City

Sun 8/3

9:49 pm-11:26 am

1 stop14h 37m

$237

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Tue 8/5

6:45 am-12:46 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Rapid City

Tue 8/12

11:16 am-5:32 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$254

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Fri 8/15

6:20 am-3:43 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Rapid City

Tue 8/19

6:20 am-12:48 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$259

OntarioRapid City

ONT - RAP

ONTRAP

Ontario

Sat 8/2

11:59 pm-9:55 am

1 stop8h 56m

Rapid City

Wed 8/13

5:39 am-1:39 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$259

RenoRapid City

RNO - RAP

RNORAP

Reno

Fri 8/8

5:25 am-12:46 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Rapid City

Fri 8/15

4:38 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from California 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.

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 July 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Rapid City as you normally would.

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 July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from California to Rapid City by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
339 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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.

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

    $148 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sun Country Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $159 and $170, respectively.

  • 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, Ontario - Rapid City and Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from California 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 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$97Average$115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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