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$265+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RAP
Feb 1 — Feb 81
Sun 2/1
Sun 2/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Rapid City

Best flights from Columbus to Rapid City
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to Rapid City that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated January 2, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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 1/2910:48 amCMH - RAP
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Thu 2/54:10 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 1/1$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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 5/57:00 amCMH - RAP
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/912:10 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop6h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/1$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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.
Sat 1/1710:53 amCMH - RAP
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Wed 1/214:10 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 1/1$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 1/158:45 amCMH - RAP
1 stop8h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/192:40 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 1/1510:28 amCMH - RAP
2 stops6h 57mDelta
Mon 1/1910:54 amRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/31$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 1/204:37 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop7h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/2412:35 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$359

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(Delta)

One-way from

$265
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$271
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Rapid City that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Rapid City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Thu 1/29

10:48 am-3:25 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Rapid City

Thu 2/5

4:10 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$279

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Tue 5/5

7:00 am-10:31 am

1 stop5h 31m

Rapid City

Sat 5/9

12:10 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$279

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Sat 1/17

10:53 am-3:25 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Rapid City

Wed 1/21

4:10 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$309

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Thu 1/15

8:45 am-3:22 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Rapid City

Mon 1/19

2:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$309

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Thu 1/15

10:28 am-3:25 pm

2 stops6h 57m

Rapid City

Mon 1/19

10:54 am-6:19 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$349

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Tue 1/20

4:37 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Rapid City

Sat 1/24

12:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$359

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Sat 1/31

9:20 am-9:15 pm

2 stops13h 55m

$265

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-10:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

$266

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-7:14 pm

3 stops14h 14m

$669

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/31

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

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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 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus Airport 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
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
8,021 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
9,132 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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
11,074 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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 Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Rapid City (RAP) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Rapid City. You should not have trouble finding flights to Rapid City from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Rapid City airport from Columbus. It is only a 9.0 mi journey from Rapid City (RAP) to Rapid City’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Rapid City?

    Delta and United Airlines can get you from Columbus Airport to Rapid City in just under 5h 31m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 06m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1069 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Delta, at $236, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to Rapid City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Delta is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Columbus to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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