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$259+ Cheap flights from Louisville to Rapid City (SDF - 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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — RAP
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$351
From Louisville Intl to Rapid City
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 9/136:00 amSDF - RAP
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/1512:33 pmRAP - SDF
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/267:20 amSDF - RAP
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/293:20 pmRAP - SDF
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/117:20 amSDF - RAP
1 stop5h 02mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/145:30 amRAP - SDF
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$459
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/131:00 pmSDF - RAP
2 stops10h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/1510:15 amRAP - SDF
2 stops10h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$525
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/87:00 amSDF - RAP
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/158:30 amRAP - SDF
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$533
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/267:10 amSDF - RAP
2 stops10h 33mDelta
Mon 9/2911:00 amRAP - SDF
2 stops8h 13mDelta
Deal found 9/10$1,720

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville 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 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Rapid City that are best for you.

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LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Sat 1/17

5:47 am-11:34 am

1 stop7h 47m

Rapid City

Mon 1/26

12:30 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$259

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Sat 1/17

6:36 am-10:05 am

1 stop5h 29m

Rapid City

Mon 1/26

6:20 am-3:49 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$259

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Sat 1/31

5:35 am-1:12 pm

2 stops9h 37m

Rapid City

Sun 2/8

2:40 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$264

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Sat 1/17

5:35 am-11:25 am

2 stops7h 50m

Rapid City

Mon 1/26

2:40 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$264

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Sat 3/7

6:36 am-10:05 am

1 stop5h 29m

Rapid City

Tue 3/10

4:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$309

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Sat 1/31

12:15 pm-8:11 pm

2 stops9h 56m

Rapid City

Sun 2/8

5:39 am-5:47 pm

2 stops10h 08m

$353

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Deals found on 9/11

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 11, 2025.

When flying from Louisville to Rapid City, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Louisville 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 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Louisville 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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Louisville to Rapid City in just under 5h 29m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 986 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    American Airlines, at $258, was found to be the cheapest airline from Louisville to Rapid City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. American Airlines is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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