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$153+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Rapid City (MCI - 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 10/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — RAP
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Rapid City

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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

One-way from

$153
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$407
From Kansas City to Rapid City
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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 September 15, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/121:47 pmMCI - RAP
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/157:10 amRAP - MCI
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/36:00 amMCI - RAP
1 stop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/64:35 pmRAP - MCI
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/105:18 pmMCI - RAP
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/137:00 amRAP - MCI
1 stop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 11/126:33 amMCI - RAP
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Mon 11/174:25 pmRAP - MCI
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/13$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/115:27 pmMCI - RAP
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Tue 11/184:25 pmRAP - MCI
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/13$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/103:04 pmMCI - RAP
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/135:18 amRAP - MCI
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/137:00 amMCI - RAP
1 stop14h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/169:44 pmRAP - MCI
1 stop25h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/97:00 amMCI - RAP
1 stop14h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/169:44 pmRAP - MCI
1 stop25h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$320
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/119:58 amMCI - RAP
2 stops11h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/171:30 pmRAP - MCI
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/306:00 amMCI - RAP
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/45:50 pmRAP - MCI
1 stop4h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/115:27 pmMCI - RAP
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Wed 11/124:25 pmRAP - MCI
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/13$332

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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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Wed 11/12

6:33 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 54m

Rapid City

Tue 11/18

4:25 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$249

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Wed 10/22

6:00 am-9:10 am

1 stop4h 10m

Rapid City

Sat 11/1

8:45 am-4:05 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$249

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Tue 3/3

6:30 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 35m

Rapid City

Sat 3/7

4:00 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$249

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Sat 11/15

6:33 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 54m

Rapid City

Tue 11/18

4:25 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$249

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Fri 10/10

5:18 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Rapid City

Mon 10/13

7:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$263

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Wed 11/12

6:33 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 54m

Rapid City

Mon 11/17

4:25 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$274

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Thu 11/13

7:00 am-8:54 pm

1 stop14h 54m

Rapid City

Sun 11/16

9:44 pm-12:40 am

1 stop25h 56m

$306

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Wed 11/12

1:47 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Rapid City

Sun 11/16

8:45 am-4:05 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$319

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Fri 11/21

5:10 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop4h 16m

Rapid City

Fri 11/28

10:22 am-4:05 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$319

Kansas CityRapid City

MCI - RAP

MCIRAP

Kansas City

Tue 11/11

5:27 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Rapid City

Mon 11/17

4:25 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$319

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Rapid City

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 September 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Kansas City to Rapid City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

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 September 15, 2025.
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
8,929 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 44m. 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 $253. American Airlines is priced at 39% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Kansas City 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 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 September 15, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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