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$176+ Cheap flights from Denver to Rapid City (DEN - 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEN — RAP
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$176
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$354

Good round-trip deal

$284 or less

Good one-way deal

$213 or less
From Denver Intl to Rapid City
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 July 28, 2025.

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 8/2411:25 amDEN - RAP
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/315:59 pmRAP - DEN
Nonstop1h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$189
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/26:00 amDEN - RAP
3 stops38h 59mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/610:22 pmRAP - DEN
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$545

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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 July 28, 2025.
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DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Sun 8/24

11:25 am-12:38 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Rapid City

Sun 8/31

5:59 pm-7:32 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$189

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Sat 8/2

6:00 am-8:59 pm

3 stops38h 59m

Rapid City

Wed 8/6

10:22 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$545

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Fri 8/15

10:14 am-4:27 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$176

DenverRapid City

DEN - RAP

DENRAP

Denver Intl

Wed 9/10

7:45 am-9:06 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$214

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Deals found on 7/27

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

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 $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 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 July 28, 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 19% 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 July 27, 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. Friday at noon 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 July 28, 2025.

The most flights from DEN to RAP are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and Sun Country Air from Denver to Rapid City have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,893 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,893 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,893 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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!
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
332 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,893 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

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 is the cheapest airline to fly 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. United Airlines is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (63%), United Airlines (58%) or Copa Airlines (51%) 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 $389, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $213. 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 $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 Denver to Rapid City

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