How long is the flight from Detroit to Rapid City?

There are many flights that can get you from Detroit to Rapid City in 4h 33m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Detroit and Rapid City is about 999 mi.

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

Currently priced at $258, American Airlines will fly you from Detroit to Rapid City and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $258 and $271, respectively.

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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit to Rapid City?

The most popular airlines flying from Detroit to Rapid City are Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit to Rapid City as you normally would.

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

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

Wed 12/319:06 amDTW - RAP

1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/48:45 amRAP - DTW

1 stop11h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$595

Mon 12/296:00 pmDTW - RAP

1 stop18h 30mUnited Airlines

Wed 12/311:27 pmRAP - DTW

1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$836

Wed 12/319:40 amDTW - RAP

2 stops13h 40mAmerican Airlines

Sun 1/45:30 amRAP - DTW

2 stops16h 25mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$1,105

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Thu 1/86:00 amDTW - RAP

2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/126:53 pmRAP - DTW

1 stop25h 03mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$252

Thu 1/87:55 pmDTW - RAP

1 stop4h 33mDelta

Wed 1/2110:54 amRAP - DTW

1 stop5h 42mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$279

Wed 1/149:00 amDTW - RAP

1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/2110:45 amRAP - DTW

2 stops7h 41mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$284

Thu 1/227:00 amDTW - RAP

1 stop5h 13mDelta

Sun 1/254:10 pmRAP - DTW

1 stop4h 24mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$279

Thu 1/85:30 amDTW - RAP

2 stops7h 55mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/1212:35 pmRAP - DTW

2 stops9h 09mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$289

Thu 1/812:45 pmDTW - RAP

1 stop4h 40mDelta

Mon 1/124:10 pmRAP - DTW

1 stop4h 24mDelta

Deal found 12/16

$279

Wed 1/147:00 amDTW - RAP

1 stop5h 13mDelta

Wed 1/2110:54 amRAP - DTW

1 stop5h 42mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$279

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Thu 1/15:49 amDTW - RAP

1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/58:45 amRAP - DTW

2 stops11h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$515

Tue 1/69:00 amDTW - RAP

1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/107:00 amRAP - DTW

1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/16

$359

Thu 1/86:00 amDTW - RAP

2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/126:53 pmRAP - DTW

1 stop25h 03mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$252

Thu 1/87:55 pmDTW - RAP

1 stop4h 33mDelta

Wed 1/2110:54 amRAP - DTW

1 stop5h 42mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$279

Thu 1/88:25 amDTW - RAP

2 stops9h 00mDelta

Mon 1/124:10 pmRAP - DTW

1 stop4h 24mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$284

Thu 1/87:15 amDTW - RAP

2 stops7h 57mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/2112:35 pmRAP - DTW

2 stops7h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$289

Thu 1/227:00 amDTW - RAP

1 stop5h 13mDelta

Sun 1/254:10 pmRAP - DTW

1 stop4h 24mDelta

Deal found 12/17

$294

Thu 1/2211:31 amDTW - RAP

2 stops12h 58mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/255:10 amRAP - DTW

2 stops11h 49mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/17

$369

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DetroitRapid City

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Thu 1/8

6:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops17h 20m

Rapid City

Mon 1/12

6:53 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop25h 03m

$252

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

7:55 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop4h 33m

Rapid City

Wed 1/21

10:54 am-6:36 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$279

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-10:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

Rapid City

Sun 1/25

4:10 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$279

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

12:45 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Rapid City

Mon 1/12

4:10 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$279

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-10:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

Rapid City

Wed 1/21

10:54 am-6:36 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$279

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

9:00 am-1:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Rapid City

Wed 1/21

10:45 am-8:26 pm

2 stops7h 41m

$284

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

5:30 am-11:25 am

2 stops7h 55m

Rapid City

Mon 1/12

12:35 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 09m

$289

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Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

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Reviews of airlines servicing Rapid City

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and United Airlines from Detroit 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.

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,092 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

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How long is the flight from Detroit to Rapid City?
There are many flights that can get you from Detroit to Rapid City in 4h 33m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Detroit and Rapid City is about 999 mi.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Rapid City round-trip?
Currently priced at $258, American Airlines will fly you from Detroit to Rapid City and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $258 and $271, respectively.
Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Rapid City that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Rapid City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Rapid City?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Rapid City.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Rapid City?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit to Rapid City

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
American Airlines	Cheapest$258	Average$400	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$258	Average$400	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$271	Average$443	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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