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$104+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City (LAX - 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 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RAP
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Mon 1/26
Mon 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Rapid City

Best flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Los Angeles to Rapid City that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 27, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Fri 3/132:55 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/1612:00 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/126:00 amLAX - RAP
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Wed 2/1810:54 amRAP - LAX
2 stops13h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/26$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 2/126:40 amLAX - RAP
1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/185:20 amRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/139:40 pmLAX - RAP
2 stops11h 39mDelta
Mon 3/164:01 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/26$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/64:10 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/135:40 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 2/612:40 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Fri 2/1310:54 amRAP - LAX
2 stops13h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/25$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Sat 2/212:56 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop6h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/257:00 amRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Wed 1/75:00 amLAX - RAP
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/107:00 amRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/94:10 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/165:40 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop16h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$423

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 December 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$104
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$278
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 December 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Fri 3/13

2:55 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Rapid City

Mon 3/16

12:00 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$279

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Thu 2/12

6:40 am-3:17 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Rapid City

Wed 2/18

5:20 am-9:33 am

1 stop5h 13m

$279

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Fri 2/6

4:10 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Rapid City

Fri 2/13

5:40 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$279

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Thu 2/12

6:00 am-3:44 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Rapid City

Wed 2/18

10:54 am-11:13 pm

2 stops13h 19m

$284

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Fri 3/13

9:40 pm-10:19 am

2 stops11h 39m

Rapid City

Mon 3/16

4:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$284

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Fri 2/6

12:40 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop8h 48m

Rapid City

Fri 2/13

10:54 am-11:13 pm

2 stops13h 19m

$330

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Sat 2/21

2:56 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Rapid City

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 31m

$359

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Wed 1/7

5:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 25m

Rapid City

Sat 1/10

7:00 am-11:23 am

1 stop5h 23m

$389

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

4:10 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Rapid City

Mon 2/16

5:40 pm-9:33 am

1 stop16h 53m

$423

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Wed 1/14

4:07 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop28h 13m

$104

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Deals found on 12/25

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Rapid City in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Los Angeles-Rapid City flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Rapid City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Rapid City flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Los Angeles-Rapid City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City is 5 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City (average of $98). Flying from Los Angeles to Rapid City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $374). 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 LAX to RAP?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 December 27, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Rapid City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 84% on airfare.

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 December 27, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Los Angeles to Rapid City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,018 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,018 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,018 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,116 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,018 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles 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 popular is this Los Angeles to Rapid City flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City?

    A quick flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City can take about 4h 39m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $279. The distance between Los Angeles and Rapid City is about 1076 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 Los Angeles to Rapid City round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($258), and United Airlines ($334) offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Rapid City. Delta is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Rapid City?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City (average of $98). Flying from Los Angeles to Rapid City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $374). 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 Los Angeles to Rapid City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 December 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$335Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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