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$191+ Cheap flights from Louisville to Rapid City (SDF - 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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — RAP
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Rapid City

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 diciembre 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
vie. 12/123:33 pmSDF - RAP
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
vie. 12/1912:18 pmRAP - SDF
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mar. 12/163:33 pmSDF - RAP
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/2012:18 pmRAP - SDF
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$565
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
lun. 12/298:00 amSDF - RAP
1 stop15h 59mUnited Airlines
jue. 1/112:18 pmRAP - SDF
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$633
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
vie. 12/268:00 amSDF - RAP
1 stop9h 00mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/307:00 amRAP - SDF
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$753

Find 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$329
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$191
(Delta)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$328
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Rapid City

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LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

sáb. 1/31

3:22 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Rapid City

mié. 2/4

7:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$329

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

lun. 6/8

7:25 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop4h 33m

Rapid City

sáb. 6/13

6:20 am-3:44 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$504

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

lun. 12/29

8:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop15h 59m

Rapid City

jue. 1/1

12:18 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$633

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

mar. 6/2

7:25 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$191

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

dom. 1/25

3:22 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$191

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

mar. 6/2

6:00 am-3:52 pm

2 stops11h 52m

$384

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

dom. 1/25

3:36 pm-6:03 pm

3 stops28h 27m

$406

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Deals found on 12/10

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Louisville 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

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

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Rapid City (average of $192). Flying from Louisville to Rapid City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 diciembre 12, 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 in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the morning.

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 diciembre 12, 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
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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?

    United Airlines can get you from Louisville to Rapid City in just under 7h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 986 mi.

  • 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 28% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Rapid City (average of $192). Flying from Louisville to Rapid City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$284Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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