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$259+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rapid City (DTW - RAP)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — RAP
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Rapid City

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Rapid City
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 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:49 amDTW - RAP
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/295:15 amRAP - DTW
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$568
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Wed 12/246:00 pmDTW - RAP
1 stop18h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/2712:18 pmRAP - DTW
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$645
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/162:05 pmDTW - RAP
2 stops10h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/181:27 pmRAP - DTW
1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$651
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/269:06 amDTW - RAP
1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/305:15 amRAP - DTW
2 stops10h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$766

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$338
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Rapid City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-1:34 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Rapid City

Mon 1/12

2:08 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$259

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

8:25 am-3:25 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Rapid City

Mon 1/12

4:10 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$284

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

9:00 am-1:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Rapid City

Sat 1/10

2:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$339

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

11:05 am-8:32 pm

2 stops11h 27m

Rapid City

Mon 1/12

10:45 am-11:44 pm

2 stops10h 59m

$349

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

8:00 am-9:15 pm

2 stops15h 15m

Rapid City

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-4:32 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$349

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Deals found on 12/10

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Rapid City in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Rapid City flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Rapid City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Rapid City flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Rapid City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rapid City, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Rapid City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rapid City?

    Departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rapid City will take you 6h 12m. The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Rapid City is about 999 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rapid City round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rapid City round-trip from $258. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $258, and United Airlines, from $271. These flights start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$271Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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