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$172+ 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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — RAP
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Rapid City

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$172
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$810
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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 May 1, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/146:00 amOMA - RAP
1 stop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/215:55 pmRAP - OMA
1 stop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/146:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/219:47 amRAP - DSM
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/145:40 amCID - RAP
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/204:35 pmRAP - CID
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/155:25 pmMLI - RAP
1 stop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/191:34 pmRAP - MLI
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$302
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 5/241:13 pmOMA - RAP
2 stops33h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/285:48 pmRAP - OMA
1 stop14h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$315
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/27:00 amDSM - RAP
1 stop5h 05mDelta
Sun 5/44:19 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop3h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/30$339
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/302:00 pmDSM - RAP
1 stop25h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/110:07 pmRAP - DSM
2 stops23h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/146:00 pmCID - RAP
1 stop5h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2011:33 amRAP - CID
2 stops9h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/25:58 pmDSM - RAP
2 stops16h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/96:10 pmRAP - DSM
1 stop13h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$422
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 6/141:05 pmCID - RAP
2 stops33h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/213:30 pmRAP - CID
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$449
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 12/2811:25 amOMA - RAP
1 stop5h 05mDelta
Thu 1/16:00 amRAP - OMA
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 5/1$510
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/236:08 amALO - RAP
1 stop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/2512:32 pmRAP - ALO
2 stops8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$646

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Rapid City that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

Rapid City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OmahaRapid City

OMA - RAP

OMARAP

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 6/14

6:00 am-9:04 am

1 stop4h 04m

Rapid City

Sat 6/21

5:55 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$229

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 6/14

6:00 am-9:04 am

1 stop4h 04m

Rapid City

Sat 6/21

9:47 am-4:18 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$249

Cedar RapidsRapid City

CID - RAP

CIDRAP

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/14

5:40 am-11:19 am

1 stop6h 39m

Rapid City

Tue 5/20

4:35 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$299

MolineRapid City

MLI - RAP

MLIRAP

Moline Quad-City

Thu 5/15

5:25 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Rapid City

Mon 5/19

1:34 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$302

OmahaRapid City

OMA - RAP

OMARAP

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 5/24

1:13 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops33h 01m

Rapid City

Wed 5/28

5:48 pm-8:55 am

1 stop14h 07m

$315

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

2:00 pm-2:42 pm

1 stop25h 42m

Rapid City

Sun 6/1

10:07 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops23h 26m

$354

Cedar RapidsRapid City

CID - RAP

CIDRAP

Cedar Rapids

Wed 5/14

6:00 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Rapid City

Tue 5/20

11:33 am-9:39 pm

2 stops9h 06m

$359

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Wed 7/2

5:58 pm-9:45 am

2 stops16h 47m

Rapid City

Sat 8/9

6:10 pm-8:30 am

1 stop13h 20m

$422

Cedar RapidsRapid City

CID - RAP

CIDRAP

Cedar Rapids

Sat 6/14

1:05 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops33h 09m

Rapid City

Sat 6/21

3:30 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$449

WaterlooRapid City

ALO - RAP

ALORAP

Waterloo

Fri 5/23

6:08 am-11:19 am

1 stop6h 11m

Rapid City

Sun 5/25

12:32 pm-10:07 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$646

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Rapid City

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Iowa to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $520). 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.

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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Iowa to Rapid City, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $172 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $193 and American Airlines from $257 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Iowa to Rapid City are Des Moines - Rapid City, Cedar Rapids - Rapid City and Omaha Eppley Airfield - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Iowa to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $520). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$173Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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