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$167+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RAP
Aug 28 — Sep 41
Fri 8/28
Fri 9/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Rapid City

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2026.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:43 pm
CMH
-
RAP
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Sun 10/252:37 pm
RAP
-
CMH
1 stop6h 56m
Delta
Deal found 7/27$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/2511:05 am
CMH
-
RAP
2 stops8h 53m
United Airlines
Mon 8/313:27 pm
RAP
-
CMH
1 stop5h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25$334
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/288:15 am
CMH
-
RAP
2 stops10h 19m
American Airlines
Wed 9/212:39 pm
RAP
-
CMH
2 stops8h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/28$339
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/265:08 pm
CMH
-
RAP
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
Wed 9/23:27 pm
RAP
-
CMH
1 stop5h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/205:08 pm
CMH
-
RAP
1 stop7h 20m
United Airlines
Tue 8/251:31 pm
RAP
-
CMH
1 stop5h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25$359
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/225:08 pm
CMH
-
RAP
1 stop7h 20m
United Airlines
Sun 8/301:31 pm
RAP
-
CMH
1 stop6h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26$361
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/207:35 pm
CMH
-
RAP
1 stop5h 02m
Delta
Tue 8/256:48 am
RAP
-
CMH
1 stop4h 05m
Delta
Deal found 7/28$384
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.
Sun 9/275:20 am
CMH
-
RAP
1 stop6h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 10/65:00 am
RAP
-
CMH
2 stops8h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$391
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/185:08 pm
CMH
-
RAP
1 stop5h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 9/2112:30 pm
RAP
-
CMH
1 stop8h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26$398

Find flight deals from Columbus to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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, 2026.

Round-trip from

$329
(Delta)

One-way from

$167
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Average price

$507
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Tue 8/25

7:20 am-10:26 am

1 stop5h 06m

Rapid City

Mon 8/31

12:30 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$329

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Sat 9/19

7:00 am-10:02 am

1 stop5h 02m

Rapid City

Thu 9/24

4:31 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$329

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Fri 8/28

11:36 am-4:34 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Rapid City

Wed 9/2

12:39 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops8h 54m

$334

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Sat 9/19

10:32 am-5:53 pm

2 stops9h 21m

Rapid City

Thu 9/24

1:37 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$334

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Wed 10/14

5:20 am-10:15 am

1 stop6h 55m

Rapid City

Tue 10/20

5:00 am-3:27 pm

2 stops8h 27m

$334

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Wed 10/14

7:00 am-11:01 am

1 stop6h 01m

Rapid City

Mon 10/19

6:30 am-3:44 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$339

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Wed 8/26

5:08 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Rapid City

Wed 9/2

3:27 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$349

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Sat 8/22

5:08 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Rapid City

Sun 8/30

1:31 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$361
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Thu 8/20

7:35 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Rapid City

Tue 8/25

6:48 am-12:53 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$384

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Thu 8/20

3:15 pm-10:28 pm

2 stops9h 13m

Rapid City

Tue 8/25

7:00 am-2:34 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$424

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus to Rapid City?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Columbus to Rapid City flights typically cost between $318 and $455 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $329 on Delta (Oct 21-Oct 25).

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, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Columbus to Rapid City by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,052 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,839 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Rapid City from Columbus, you will be flying to Rapid City, which is the city’s only airport. Rapid City (RAP) is located 9.0 mi from the center of Rapid City. There are 0 flights from Columbus to Rapid City per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from Columbus to Rapid City can take about 5h 02m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $329. The distance between Columbus and Rapid City is about 1069 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus to Rapid City is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $258 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $296 and $318 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Columbus to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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