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$223+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Rapid City (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 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — RAP
Apr 19 — Apr 261
Sun 4/19
Sun 4/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Rapid City

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 20, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/156:00 am
CID
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RAP
1 stop6h 23m
American Airlines
Wed 4/224:57 pm
RAP
-
CID
1 stop6h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Thu 4/96:00 am
DSM
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RAP
1 stop6h 23m
American Airlines
Sat 4/1111:53 am
RAP
-
DSM
1 stop6h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Tue 4/215:22 pm
OMA
-
RAP
1 stop4h 22m
United Airlines
Mon 4/275:20 am
RAP
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OMA
1 stop4h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:55 am
OMA
-
RAP
1 stop5h 28m
American Airlines
Mon 4/274:57 pm
RAP
-
OMA
1 stop5h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 3/315:37 pm
OMA
-
RAP
1 stop5h 48m
Delta
Sat 4/46:00 am
RAP
-
OMA
1 stop4h 33m
Delta
Deal found 3/16$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 5/286:25 am
CID
-
RAP
1 stop4h 59m
United Airlines
Sun 5/311:35 pm
RAP
-
CID
1 stop6h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/19$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Thu 4/26:55 am
DSM
-
RAP
1 stop4h 25m
Delta
Mon 4/64:01 pm
RAP
-
DSM
1 stop4h 09m
Delta
Deal found 3/18$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Sun 4/56:49 am
OMA
-
RAP
1 stop4h 31m
Delta
Sun 4/124:01 pm
RAP
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OMA
1 stop5h 51m
Delta
Deal found 3/18$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 10/277:00 am
CID
-
RAP
1 stop4h 07m
Delta
Sun 11/16:20 am
RAP
-
CID
1 stop4h 13m
Delta
Deal found 3/18$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/34:25 pm
DSM
-
RAP
1 stop7h 00m
Delta
Tue 4/76:00 am
RAP
-
DSM
2 stops9h 54m
Delta
Deal found 3/19$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Fri 9/115:30 am
CID
-
RAP
1 stop4h 47m
United Airlines
Tue 9/155:00 am
RAP
-
CID
1 stop6h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/36:45 am
CID
-
RAP
1 stop4h 35m
Delta
Tue 4/76:00 am
RAP
-
CID
1 stop4h 11m
Delta
Deal found 3/19$349

Find flight deals from Iowa to Rapid City

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Round-trip from

$309
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$223
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Average price

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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 March 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Rapid City that are best for you.

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OmahaRapid City

OMA - RAP

OMARAP

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 4/24

5:22 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Rapid City

Mon 4/27

2:47 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$309

OmahaRapid City

OMA - RAP

OMARAP

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/21

9:05 am-1:08 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Rapid City

Sat 4/25

4:15 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$309

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 4/3

4:25 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Rapid City

Tue 4/7

6:00 am-4:54 pm

2 stops9h 54m

$344

OmahaRapid City

OMA - RAP

OMARAP

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 7/23

6:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

Rapid City

Sun 7/26

7:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$354

Cedar RapidsRapid City

CID - RAP

CIDRAP

Cedar Rapids

Sat 7/25

4:15 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Rapid City

Sat 8/1

6:20 am-11:27 am

1 stop4h 07m

$368

OmahaRapid City

OMA - RAP

OMARAP

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/28

5:22 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Rapid City

Sat 5/2

5:20 am-12:37 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$369

MolineRapid City

MLI - RAP

MLIRAP

Moline Quad-City

Fri 4/17

6:30 am-10:36 am

1 stop5h 06m

Rapid City

Mon 4/20

2:47 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$371

OmahaRapid City

OMA - RAP

OMARAP

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/27

5:27 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Rapid City

Sat 5/30

11:20 am-4:24 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$373

OmahaRapid City

OMA - RAP

OMARAP

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/21

11:28 am-8:44 pm

2 stops10h 16m

Rapid City

Mon 4/27

2:47 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$374

OmahaRapid City

OMA - RAP

OMARAP

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 7/9

6:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

Rapid City

Sun 7/12

5:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

$376

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Rapid City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rapid City from Iowa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Rapid City

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Rapid City (average of $248). Flying from Iowa to Rapid City in April is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa 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 Iowa?

    Rapid City (RAP) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Iowa to Rapid City. It is only a 9.0 mi journey from Rapid City (RAP) to Rapid City’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Rapid City?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Iowa to Rapid City in about 4h 22m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 52m. The distance from Iowa to Rapid City is about 410 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Iowa to Rapid City are Omaha Eppley Airfield - Rapid City, Cedar Rapids - Rapid City and Des Moines - Rapid City.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Rapid City (average of $248). Flying from Iowa to Rapid City in April is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 Iowa to Rapid City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 March 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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