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$231+ Cheap flights from Orange County 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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — RAP
Feb 19 — Feb 261
Thu 2/19
Thu 2/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Rapid City

Cheapest flights from Orange County to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/287:25 am
SNA
-
RAP
1 stop7h 32m
United Airlines
Thu 4/25:00 am
RAP
-
SNA
1 stop5h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 5/54:15 pm
SNA
-
RAP
1 stop4h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 5/95:20 am
RAP
-
SNA
1 stop5h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sun 9/67:55 am
SNA
-
RAP
1 stop8h 45m
American Airlines
Sat 9/1211:41 am
RAP
-
SNA
1 stop7h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$370
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 3/297:45 am
SNA
-
RAP
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/25:52 pm
RAP
-
SNA
1 stop26h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/287:25 am
SNA
-
RAP
1 stop4h 48m
United Airlines
Wed 4/12:42 pm
RAP
-
SNA
1 stop7h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$395
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Tue 2/174:15 pm
SNA
-
RAP
1 stop5h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 2/2412:25 pm
RAP
-
SNA
1 stop6h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 7/48:40 am
SNA
-
RAP
1 stop7h 23m
United Airlines
Wed 7/85:30 am
RAP
-
SNA
2 stops7h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$424
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 9/155:03 pm
SNA
-
RAP
1 stop17h 50m
American Airlines
Sat 9/196:00 am
RAP
-
SNA
1 stop6h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18$446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 5/1611:10 am
SNA
-
RAP
1 stop7h 05m
United Airlines
Sat 5/237:05 am
RAP
-
SNA
1 stop7h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$455

Find flight deals from Orange County to Rapid City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Orange County to Rapid City flight deals. Data was last updated January 20, 2026.

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3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$231
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$389
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County 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 January 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Rapid City that are best for you.

Fly from

Orange County

Fly to

Rapid City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaRapid City

SNA - RAP

SNARAP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/28

7:25 am-3:57 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Rapid City

Thu 4/2

5:00 am-9:44 am

1 stop5h 44m

$354

Santa AnaRapid City

SNA - RAP

SNARAP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/5

4:15 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Rapid City

Sat 5/9

4:13 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$359

Santa AnaRapid City

SNA - RAP

SNARAP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/28

7:25 am-1:13 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Rapid City

Wed 4/1

2:42 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$395

Santa AnaRapid City

SNA - RAP

SNARAP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/28

7:25 am-1:13 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Rapid City

Fri 4/3

2:42 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$395

Santa AnaRapid City

SNA - RAP

SNARAP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 2/17

4:15 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Rapid City

Tue 2/24

12:25 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$419

Santa AnaRapid City

SNA - RAP

SNARAP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 7/4

8:40 am-5:03 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Rapid City

Wed 7/8

5:30 am-12:01 pm

2 stops7h 31m

$424

Santa AnaRapid City

SNA - RAP

SNARAP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/2

1:20 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$231

Santa AnaRapid City

SNA - RAP

SNARAP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/12

7:00 am-1:09 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$256

Santa AnaRapid City

SNA - RAP

SNARAP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/2

9:45 am-9:30 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$286

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Deals found on 1/18

Best time to book a flight from Orange County to Rapid City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Orange County to Rapid City

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Rapid City (average of $258). Flying from Orange County to Rapid City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $524). 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.

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 January 20, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Orange County to Rapid City to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,180 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,180 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,180 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,164 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,180 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Orange County 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 Orange County?

    Most people fly into Rapid City (RAP) if they book a flight to Rapid City from Orange County. Rapid City is conveniently located just 9.0 mi from Rapid City’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Orange County to Rapid City?

    For as low as $354, United Airlines can have you in Rapid City from Orange County in 7h 32m. The distance between Orange County and Rapid City is about 1067 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to Rapid City?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Rapid City (average of $258). Flying from Orange County to Rapid City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $524). 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 Orange County to Rapid City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Orange County 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 January 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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