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$112+ 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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RAP
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sat 12/209:20 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3010:40 amRAP - LAX
1 stop21h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/209:05 amLAX - RAP
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/248:58 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop12h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/215:00 amLAX - RAP
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/2512:27 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/266:40 amLAX - RAP
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/318:45 amRAP - LAX
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/122:33 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/175:15 amRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/1211:05 amLAX - RAP
2 stops10h 34mDelta
Mon 11/176:05 amRAP - LAX
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Deal found 11/3$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/201:29 pmLAX - RAP
2 stops8h 10mDelta
Mon 11/2411:07 amRAP - LAX
2 stops8h 12mDelta
Deal found 11/6$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/85:00 amLAX - RAP
1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/82:55 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$415
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/811:02 amLAX - RAP
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/105:15 amRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$419

Cheap 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 November 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$253
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$112
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$411
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 November 6, 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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Rapid City

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Depart

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Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Thu 11/20

9:05 am-9:25 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Rapid City

Mon 11/24

8:58 pm-12:53 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$281

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Fri 11/21

5:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 05m

Rapid City

Tue 11/25

12:27 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$309

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Fri 12/26

6:40 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Rapid City

Wed 12/31

8:45 am-3:17 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$350

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

2:33 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Rapid City

Mon 11/17

5:15 am-9:40 am

1 stop5h 25m

$354

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

11:05 am-10:39 pm

2 stops10h 34m

Rapid City

Mon 11/17

6:05 am-1:07 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$359

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Mon 1/12

7:01 am-1:12 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Rapid City

Thu 1/15

4:40 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$371

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Thu 11/20

1:29 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Rapid City

Mon 11/24

11:07 am-6:19 pm

2 stops8h 12m

$374

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Thu 11/27

5:00 am-11:04 am

1 stop5h 04m

Rapid City

Sun 11/30

9:25 pm-9:17 am

2 stops12h 52m

$458

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

3:27 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop28h 27m

$112

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Thu 12/18

3:41 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$266

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Deals found on 11/5

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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 November.
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 October 31, 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 November 6, 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles 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 November 6, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Allegiant Air 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
8,001 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
8,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
9,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
697 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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 5h 05m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $309. 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, Allegiant Air ($100), Delta ($258), and United Airlines ($338) offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Rapid City. Allegiant Air is priced at 76% 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 3 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$100Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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