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$156+ Cheap flights from Fresno to Rapid City (FAT - 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAT — RAP
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fresno to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fresno (FAT) 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 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$331
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$156
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$608
From Fresno Airterminal to Rapid City
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($113 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Fresno to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fresno to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 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.
Mon 7/285:30 amFAT - RAP
1 stop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/2612:43 pmRAP - FAT
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$324

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FresnoRapid City

FAT - RAP

FATRAP

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 10/2

5:30 am-10:57 am

1 stop4h 27m

Rapid City

Thu 10/2

3:20 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$331

FresnoRapid City

FAT - RAP

FATRAP

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 8/26

10:36 am-8:58 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$156

FresnoRapid City

FAT - RAP

FATRAP

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 8/26

7:00 pm-12:38 pm

3 stops16h 38m

$400

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Deals found on 7/29

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Fresno to Rapid City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Fresno 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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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 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fresno to Rapid City, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Fresno 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 is the cheapest airline to fly from Fresno to Rapid City round-trip?

    Currently priced at $331, United Airlines will fly you from Fresno to Rapid City and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. This flight start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Fresno to Rapid City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Fresno to Rapid City?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fresno 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 Fresno to Rapid City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Fresno 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 2 airlines flying from Fresno to Rapid City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Fresno 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$328Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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