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$155+ Cheap flights from Denver to Rapid City (DEN - RAP)

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DEN — RAP
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Denver Intl to Rapid City are usually found in May or August, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Denver to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Denver (DEN) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$155
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$309

Good round-trip deal

$239 or less

Good one-way deal

$213 or less
From Denver Intl to Rapid City
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Cheapest flights from Denver to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Denver to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/77:45 amDEN - RAP
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/125:30 amRAP - DEN
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$189
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/119:51 amDEN - RAP
1 stop6h 18mSun Country Air
Fri 7/188:09 amRAP - DEN
1 stop25h 20mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/11$329
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/44:05 pmDEN - RAP
2 stops17h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/75:21 pmRAP - DEN
1 stop18h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$335
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/103:20 pmDEN - RAP
2 stops24h 29mAllegiant Air
Sat 7/193:32 pmRAP - DEN
2 stops28h 05mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/9$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/47:21 amDEN - RAP
2 stops29h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/76:01 pmRAP - DEN
1 stop14h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$633
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/46:05 amDEN - RAP
2 stops29h 06mDelta
Mon 7/76:50 amRAP - DEN
1 stop16h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/11$736

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Denver 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Denver to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Denver

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Rapid City

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Return

Price

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Mon 7/7

7:45 am-9:04 am

Nonstop1h 19m

Rapid City

Sat 7/12

5:30 am-6:51 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$189

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Fri 7/11

9:51 am-4:09 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Rapid City

Fri 7/18

8:09 am-9:29 am

1 stop25h 20m

$329

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Fri 7/4

4:05 pm-9:24 am

2 stops17h 19m

Rapid City

Mon 7/7

5:21 pm-11:29 am

1 stop18h 08m

$335

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Thu 7/10

3:20 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops24h 29m

Rapid City

Sat 7/19

3:32 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$384

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Fri 7/4

7:21 am-1:03 pm

2 stops29h 42m

Rapid City

Mon 7/7

6:01 pm-8:22 am

1 stop14h 21m

$633

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Fri 7/4

6:05 am-11:11 am

2 stops29h 06m

Rapid City

Mon 7/7

6:50 am-11:28 pm

1 stop16h 38m

$736

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Fri 7/11

9:51 am-4:09 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$155

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Fri 7/11

4:05 pm-9:24 am

2 stops17h 19m

$198

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Mon 8/11

1:25 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$214

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Wed 7/9

11:20 am-9:09 pm

3 stops33h 49m

$268

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Best time to book a flight from Denver to Rapid City

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Denver to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Denver to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Denver to Rapid City, you should look to book at least 86 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Denver to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $504). 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 DEN to RAP?

Find hourly flight availability from Denver 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 June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Denver to Rapid City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Denver to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Denver to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Denver to Rapid City flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Denver to Rapid City

Explore weekly flight availability from Denver to Rapid City. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from DEN to RAP are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Rapid City by month

Plan your trip to Rapid City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rapid City ranges from 0.3 - 3.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Rapid City when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Rapid City by month

Plan your trip to Rapid City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rapid City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air from Denver to Rapid City. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
345 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 Denver 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 airports do I use to fly from Denver to Rapid City?

    If you wish to fly to Rapid City from Denver, then you need to book flights from Denver Intl to Rapid City. There are 9 flights from Denver Intl (DEN) to Rapid City (RAP) per day to choose from. Flights to Rapid City from Denver Intl are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 13m is how long a nonstop flight from Denver to Rapid City typically takes.

  • How popular is this Denver to Rapid City flight route?

    The Denver Intl to Rapid City flight path was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Denver to Rapid City is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $189 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Sun Country Air and Allegiant Air, starting at $289 and $384 round-trip. United Airlines is 43% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $155 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 Allegiant Air and United Airlines, with prices starting from $198 and $214, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Denver to Rapid City?

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (75%), United Airlines (74%) or Copa Airlines (57%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Denver to Rapid City.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Denver to Rapid City?

    While on average a flight from Denver to Rapid City is generally $231, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $194. When looking at the most popular route, (Denver Intl - Rapid City), you can expect to pay $189 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Denver to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $504). 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 Denver to Rapid City

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Denver 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 June 12, 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapest$219Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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