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$269+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Rapid City (MCI - 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — RAP
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Rapid City

Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/286:23 am
MCI
-
RAP
1 stop4h 42m
Delta
Mon 3/24:29 pm
RAP
-
MCI
1 stop5h 31m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/51:42 pm
MCI
-
RAP
1 stop6h 32m
United Airlines
Sat 2/78:30 am
RAP
-
MCI
1 stop6h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/2811:27 am
MCI
-
RAP
2 stops8h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 3/25:40 pm
RAP
-
MCI
1 stop4h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 5/19:31 am
MCI
-
RAP
1 stop6h 44m
Delta
Sun 5/36:00 am
RAP
-
MCI
1 stop4h 40m
Delta
Deal found 1/25$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 1/271:42 pm
MCI
-
RAP
1 stop6h 32m
United Airlines
Sat 1/3110:45 am
RAP
-
MCI
1 stop4h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$424
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/226:23 am
MCI
-
RAP
1 stop4h 46m
Delta
Sun 3/110:54 am
RAP
-
MCI
2 stops9h 13m
Delta
Deal found 1/25$455

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(Delta)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

$346
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Rapid City

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Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Sat 2/28

6:23 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 42m

Rapid City

Mon 3/2

4:29 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$269

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Thu 2/5

1:42 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Rapid City

Sat 2/7

8:30 am-4:08 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$339

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Sat 2/28

11:27 am-6:54 pm

2 stops8h 27m

Rapid City

Mon 3/2

5:40 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$344

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Fri 5/1

9:31 am-3:15 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Rapid City

Sun 5/3

6:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

$399

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Sun 2/22

6:23 am-10:09 am

1 stop4h 46m

Rapid City

Sun 3/1

10:54 am-9:07 pm

2 stops9h 13m

$455

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Sun 2/22

7:00 am-4:52 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Rapid City

Sun 3/1

5:42 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop28h 51m

$461

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Sun 2/8

1:42 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Rapid City

Thu 2/12

12:25 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$541

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Sat 2/28

7:57 pm-1:51 pm

2 stops18h 54m

Rapid City

Mon 3/2

2:21 pm-8:42 am

2 stops17h 21m

$631

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Mon 3/30

6:00 am-9:23 am

1 stop4h 23m

$276

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Deals found on 1/25

Compare providers for flights from Kansas City to Rapid City

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Kansas City to Rapid City in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Rapid City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Rapid City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Rapid City flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Kansas City-Rapid City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Rapid City (average of $156). Flying from Kansas City to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $432). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Rapid City?

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 January 26, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas City 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
9,199 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Rapid City?

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from Kansas City to Rapid City in about 4h 42m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 50m. The distance from Kansas City to Rapid City is about 540 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kansas City to Rapid City round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Kansas City to Rapid City is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $248 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $248. American Airlines is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Rapid City (average of $156). Flying from Kansas City to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $432). 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 Kansas City to Rapid City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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