Rapid City

$110+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Rapid City (RAP)

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ORD — RAP
Jun 23 — Jun 301
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Rapid City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Rapid City flight deals. Data was last updated June 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$239
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$110
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$373

Good round-trip deal

$276 or less

Good one-way deal

$223 or less
From Illinois to Rapid City
One-way flight from Illinois to Rapid City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($69 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Rapid City.
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Fri 7/114:13 pmORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/126:01 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Sat 8/92:00 pmORD - RAP
2 stops9h 31mDelta
Fri 8/154:25 pmRAP - ORD
1 stop4h 09mDelta
Deal found 6/17$240
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 6/308:05 pmORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/41:44 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$246
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Tue 10/286:45 pmMDW - RAP
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Tue 11/410:40 amRAP - MDW
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 6/16$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Tue 7/155:37 pmSTL - RAP
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Tue 7/224:30 pmRAP - STL
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/18$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/114:36 pmORD - RAP
1 stop17h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/139:49 pmRAP - ORD
2 stops19h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18$275
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Thu 8/146:00 amSTL - RAP
1 stop12h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/195:02 pmRAP - STL
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/18$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Tue 8/191:37 pmEVV - RAP
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/275:39 amRAP - EVV
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Sun 7/205:15 amSTL - RAP
1 stop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/233:25 pmRAP - STL
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/15$327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 9/296:30 amMLI - RAP
1 stop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/21:44 pmRAP - MLI
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/18$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Mon 8/43:51 pmBMI - RAP
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/86:12 pmRAP - BMI
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/18$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Thu 7/36:31 pmMLI - RAP
1 stop17h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/76:01 pmRAP - MLI
1 stop23h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/18$407

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 June 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Illinois

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Rapid City

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ChicagoRapid City

ORD - RAP

ORDRAP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/11

4:13 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Rapid City

Sat 7/12

6:01 pm-9:18 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

$239

ChicagoRapid City

ORD - RAP

ORDRAP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/9

2:00 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops9h 31m

Rapid City

Fri 8/15

4:25 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop4h 09m

$240

ChicagoRapid City

ORD - RAP

ORDRAP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/30

8:05 pm-9:46 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

Rapid City

Sat 10/4

1:44 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$246

ChicagoRapid City

MDW - RAP

MDWRAP

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/28

6:45 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Rapid City

Tue 11/4

10:40 am-6:07 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$249

St. LouisRapid City

STL - RAP

STLRAP

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 7/15

5:37 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Rapid City

Tue 7/22

4:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$249

ChicagoRapid City

ORD - RAP

ORDRAP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/11

4:36 pm-9:24 am

1 stop17h 48m

Rapid City

Sun 7/13

9:49 pm-5:58 pm

2 stops19h 09m

$275

St. LouisRapid City

STL - RAP

STLRAP

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-5:42 pm

1 stop12h 42m

Rapid City

Tue 8/19

5:02 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$295

EvansvilleRapid City

EVV - RAP

EVVRAP

Evansville Dress Regional

Tue 8/19

1:37 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Rapid City

Wed 8/27

5:39 am-1:07 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$301

St. LouisRapid City

STL - RAP

STLRAP

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 7/20

5:15 am-9:04 am

1 stop4h 49m

Rapid City

Wed 7/23

3:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$327

MolineRapid City

MLI - RAP

MLIRAP

Moline Quad-City

Mon 9/29

6:30 am-10:13 am

1 stop4h 43m

Rapid City

Thu 10/2

1:44 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$331

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Rapid City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Rapid City

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Illinois to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Rapid City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 18, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Rapid City

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Rapid City. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 18, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to RAP are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Rapid City by month

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

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.

Temperature in Rapid City by month

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

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 June 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air from Illinois to Rapid City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 Illinois 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Rapid City from Illinois?

    Most people fly into Rapid City (RAP) if they book a flight to Rapid City from Illinois. Rapid City is conveniently located just 9.0 mi from Rapid City’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Rapid City one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $110 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $120 and Delta from $125 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Rapid City?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Rapid City?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Illinois to Rapid City consider choosing Republic Airways (100%), United Airlines (84%) or Emirates (84%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Rapid City?

    While on average a flight from Illinois to Rapid City is generally $260, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $139. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Rapid City), you can expect to pay $200 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Illinois to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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 Illinois to Rapid City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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