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$243+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Rapid City (DSM - 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 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) 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 julio 25, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$258
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$243
(American Airlines)
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Rapid City?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Wednesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Rapid City?

June is one of the best times of the year to fly to Rapid City from Des Moines. Prices for June average $476 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $318. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of May. Opting for a June flight can save you 57% on your journey compared to booking in May

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to RAP?

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Rapid City at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Des Moines to Rapid City 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Rapid City in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Des Moines to Rapid City in July and August 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/55:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
mié. 10/94:30 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/25$258
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/55:57 amDSM - RAP
2 stops11h 09mAmerican Airlines
mié. 10/94:30 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/25$263
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.
sáb. 10/511:25 amDSM - RAP
2 stops10h 27mUnited Airlines
mié. 10/95:30 amRAP - DSM
2 stops7h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/25$338
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/96:08 pmDSM - RAP
2 stops16h 46mAmerican Airlines
vie. 9/132:23 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop29h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/25$406
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/95:50 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop5h 56mDelta
vie. 9/135:42 amRAP - DSM
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Deal found 7/25$438
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/96:08 pmDSM - RAP
2 stops16h 46mAmerican Airlines
vie. 9/134:37 pmRAP - DSM
2 stops18h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/25$496

One-way flights to Rapid City from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Rapid City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Des Moines to Rapid City. Users can also find round-trip Des Moines to Rapid City flights by using the search form above.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
sáb. 9/145:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/23$243
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
sáb. 9/145:57 amDSM - RAP
2 stops11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/23$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
lun. 12/236:26 amDSM - RAP
2 stops10h 06mDelta
Deal found 7/23$364

Find flights from Des Moines to Rapid City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.

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Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

sáb. 10/5

1 stop8h 03m

Rapid City

mié. 10/9

1 stop5h 24m

$258

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

sáb. 10/5

2 stops11h 09m

Rapid City

mié. 10/9

1 stop5h 24m

$263

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

mié. 8/7

1 stop5h 51m

Rapid City

mié. 8/14

1 stop4h 57m

$285

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

mié. 8/7

1 stop6h 02m

Rapid City

mié. 8/14

2 stops11h 03m

$298

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

sáb. 10/5

2 stops10h 27m

Rapid City

mié. 10/9

2 stops7h 56m

$338

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

mié. 8/7

2 stops8h 54m

Rapid City

mié. 8/14

2 stops11h 03m

$394

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

lun. 9/23

1 stop4h 21m

Rapid City

jue. 9/26

1 stop4h 45m

$486

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

lun. 9/23

1 stop5h 54m

Rapid City

jue. 9/26

2 stops7h 59m

$491

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

lun. 9/23

2 stops7h 41m

Rapid City

jue. 9/26

2 stops7h 56m

$566

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Deals found on 7/25

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Rapid City flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in Rapid City by month

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

RAP

Temperature

24.8 - 73.4 °F

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 julio 25, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines and United Airlines from Des Moines 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
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

One of the worst flights ever. I got to the airport early for my 6:48 pm flight and tried to get on the 4:30 ish flight. The gate agent was one of the worst customer service people in my 20 yrs of flying Delta. Very rude and wouldn’t even talk to me about riding standby. Then flight took off 3 hrs late and when Landed in Atlanta, the gate people wouldn’t even try to get me on the plane. It was still there but door was closed. For all of my almost 2 million miles, the worst experience from Delta. I am highly disappointed as it was not my fault I have to sleep in Atlanta and not Jacksonville Florida

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

One of the worst flights ever. I got to the airport early for my 6:48 pm flight and tried to get on the 4:30 ish flight. The gate agent was one of the worst customer service people in my 20 yrs of flying Delta. Very rude and wouldn’t even talk to me about riding standby. Then flight took off 3 hrs late and when Landed in Atlanta, the gate people wouldn’t even try to get me on the plane. It was still there but door was closed. For all of my almost 2 million miles, the worst experience from Delta. I am highly disappointed as it was not my fault I have to sleep in Atlanta and not Jacksonville Florida

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

One of the worst flights ever. I got to the airport early for my 6:48 pm flight and tried to get on the 4:30 ish flight. The gate agent was one of the worst customer service people in my 20 yrs of flying Delta. Very rude and wouldn’t even talk to me about riding standby. Then flight took off 3 hrs late and when Landed in Atlanta, the gate people wouldn’t even try to get me on the plane. It was still there but door was closed. For all of my almost 2 million miles, the worst experience from Delta. I am highly disappointed as it was not my fault I have to sleep in Atlanta and not Jacksonville Florida

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

One of the worst flights ever. I got to the airport early for my 6:48 pm flight and tried to get on the 4:30 ish flight. The gate agent was one of the worst customer service people in my 20 yrs of flying Delta. Very rude and wouldn’t even talk to me about riding standby. Then flight took off 3 hrs late and when Landed in Atlanta, the gate people wouldn’t even try to get me on the plane. It was still there but door was closed. For all of my almost 2 million miles, the worst experience from Delta. I am highly disappointed as it was not my fault I have to sleep in Atlanta and not Jacksonville Florida

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Rapid City for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Rapid City for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $258, but on average you can expect to pay $488.

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

    American Airlines, at $258, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Rapid City. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does DSM to RAP mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a DSM to RAP flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Rapid City that include extra baggage allowance?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Rapid City that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Rapid City offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Rapid City?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Rapid City flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Rapid City flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Rapid City flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Rapid City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Rapid City (average of $358). Flying from Des Moines to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $577). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Rapid City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
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