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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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — RAP
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Rapid City

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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(Delta)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$534
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Rapid City
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 12/47:00 amDTW - RAP
1 stop5h 22mDelta
Mon 12/82:51 pmRAP - DTW
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Deal found 9/11$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/25:06 pmDTW - RAP
1 stop7h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/712:56 pmRAP - DTW
2 stops8h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/34:30 pmDTW - RAP
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/1712:27 pmRAP - DTW
1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$306
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:00 amDTW - RAP
2 stops6h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/712:56 pmRAP - DTW
2 stops8h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$318
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/33:16 pmDTW - RAP
2 stops9h 30mDelta
Mon 12/84:25 pmRAP - DTW
1 stop4h 10mDelta
Deal found 9/9$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/156:00 amDTW - RAP
2 stops6h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/2112:56 pmRAP - DTW
2 stops8h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/157:00 amDTW - RAP
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/221:44 pmRAP - DTW
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:00 amDTW - RAP
1 stop5h 22mDelta
Tue 12/96:05 amRAP - DTW
2 stops11h 01mDelta
Deal found 9/9$348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/47:00 amDTW - RAP
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/811:15 amRAP - DTW
2 stops10h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$349

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 September 11, 2025.
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

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Rapid City

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Price

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

7:00 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

Rapid City

Mon 12/8

2:51 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$259

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

7:00 am-10:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

Rapid City

Tue 10/21

11:15 am-11:41 pm

2 stops10h 26m

$264

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

6:00 am-10:57 am

2 stops6h 57m

Rapid City

Tue 10/7

12:56 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$269

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/3

4:30 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Rapid City

Mon 11/17

12:27 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$306

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

11:00 am-8:34 pm

2 stops11h 34m

Rapid City

Wed 10/22

1:44 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$344

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

11:05 am-8:37 pm

2 stops11h 32m

Rapid City

Mon 12/8

2:55 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$344

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

7:00 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

Rapid City

Tue 12/9

6:05 am-7:06 pm

2 stops11h 01m

$348

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/4

7:00 am-10:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

Rapid City

Wed 10/8

11:15 am-11:41 pm

2 stops10h 26m

$349

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/19

7:00 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

$316

DetroitRapid City

DTW - RAP

DTWRAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

4:53 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$316

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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 September 11, 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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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 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 5h 13m. 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 American Airlines, from $265, and United Airlines, from $338. These flights start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rapid City one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $316. Users have also found prices from $316 and $321 on United Airlines and American Airlines, 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rapid City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$265Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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