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$165+ Cheap flights from Kentucky 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 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — RAP
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Cheap flight deals from Kentucky to Rapid City

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$165
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$498
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Cheapest flights from Kentucky to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kentucky to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/167:00 amSDF - RAP
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Sun 8/174:40 pmRAP - SDF
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/29$259
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/156:15 pmTYS - RAP
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Tue 7/222:25 pmRAP - TYS
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/29$259
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.
Sat 7/126:00 amCVG - RAP
2 stops9h 44mDelta
Fri 7/252:25 pmRAP - CVG
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Deal found 4/30$264
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.
Mon 5/194:51 pmBNA - RAP
1 stop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/256:20 amRAP - BNA
1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$274
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/157:00 amSDF - RAP
1 stop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/1912:45 pmRAP - SDF
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$289
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.
Thu 7/245:05 amTYS - RAP
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/2812:47 pmRAP - TYS
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$304
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.
Tue 7/223:43 pmBNA - RAP
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/286:01 pmRAP - BNA
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$308
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/156:10 pmLEX - RAP
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/1911:33 amRAP - LEX
2 stops10h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$314
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.
Mon 6/2312:43 pmCVG - RAP
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/15:38 amRAP - CVG
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$314
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 5/217:30 amCVG - RAP
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/281:38 pmRAP - CVG
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$339
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/157:00 amTYS - RAP
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/1810:15 amRAP - TYS
2 stops10h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$344
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.
Thu 5/87:24 amSDF - RAP
2 stops10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/115:36 amRAP - SDF
2 stops12h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$379

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kentucky 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 Kentucky to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Kentucky

Fly to

Rapid City

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Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Sat 8/16

7:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 30m

Rapid City

Sun 8/17

4:40 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$259

KnoxvilleRapid City

TYS - RAP

TYSRAP

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 7/15

6:15 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Rapid City

Tue 7/22

2:25 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$259

CincinnatiRapid City

CVG - RAP

CVGRAP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 7/12

6:00 am-1:44 pm

2 stops9h 44m

Rapid City

Fri 7/25

2:25 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$264

NashvilleRapid City

BNA - RAP

BNARAP

Nashville Intl

Mon 5/19

4:51 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Rapid City

Sun 5/25

6:20 am-2:28 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$274

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/15

7:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop6h 00m

Rapid City

Mon 5/19

12:45 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$289

KnoxvilleRapid City

TYS - RAP

TYSRAP

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 7/24

5:05 am-10:49 am

1 stop7h 44m

Rapid City

Mon 7/28

12:47 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$304

NashvilleRapid City

BNA - RAP

BNARAP

Nashville Intl

Tue 7/22

3:43 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Rapid City

Mon 7/28

6:01 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$308

LexingtonRapid City

LEX - RAP

LEXRAP

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 5/15

6:10 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Rapid City

Mon 5/19

11:33 am-11:46 pm

2 stops10h 13m

$314

CincinnatiRapid City

CVG - RAP

CVGRAP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 6/23

12:43 pm-5:44 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Rapid City

Tue 7/1

5:38 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$314

CincinnatiRapid City

CVG - RAP

CVGRAP

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 5/21

7:30 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 30m

Rapid City

Wed 5/28

1:38 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$339

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Best time to book a flight from Kentucky to Rapid City

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

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kentucky 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 May 1, 2025.

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

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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air from Kentucky to Rapid City. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky?

    For a flight from Kentucky to Rapid City, you will be flying into Rapid City. Rapid City (RAP) is just 9.0 mi from the center of the city.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Kentucky to Rapid City are American Airlines ($165), United Airlines ($182), and Delta ($266).

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

    When deciding which route to take from Kentucky to Rapid City consider Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Rapid City, Nashville Intl - Rapid City or Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Rapid City as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Kentucky 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 3 airlines flying from Kentucky to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kentucky 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$258Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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