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$225+ Cheap flights from Columbia to Rapid City (CAE - 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — RAP
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$404
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$225
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$865
From Columbia Metropolitan to Rapid City
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Columbia to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/233:23 pmCAE - RAP
1 stop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/265:39 amRAP - CAE
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 10/111:04 amCAE - RAP
2 stops11h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/75:50 pmRAP - CAE
2 stops13h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$498
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sun 8/39:50 pmCAE - RAP
3 stops20h 37mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/79:59 pmRAP - CAE
3 stops15h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$827

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Columbia

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Rapid City

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Price

ColumbiaRapid City

CAE - RAP

CAERAP

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/23

3:23 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Rapid City

Tue 8/26

5:39 am-2:48 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$404

ColumbiaRapid City

CAE - RAP

CAERAP

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 10/1

11:04 am-8:34 pm

2 stops11h 30m

Rapid City

Tue 10/7

5:50 pm-9:49 am

2 stops13h 59m

$498

ColumbiaRapid City

CAE - RAP

CAERAP

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 9/10

11:04 am-6:50 pm

2 stops9h 46m

$225

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Deals found on 7/28

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

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

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

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 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbia to Rapid City. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

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
8,899 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

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
8,899 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbia to Rapid City round-trip from $404. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Columbia to Rapid City for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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American AirlinesCheapest$368Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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