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$144+ 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 9/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RAP
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(Delta)

One-way from

$144
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$338
From Columbus to Rapid City
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/176:59 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Wed 10/224:34 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Deal found 8/16$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/176:59 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Tue 10/212:26 pmRAP - CMH
2 stops7h 33mDelta
Deal found 8/16$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/186:05 amCMH - RAP
2 stops9h 40mDelta
Tue 10/212:26 pmRAP - CMH
2 stops7h 33mDelta
Deal found 8/16$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/176:59 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Thu 10/232:26 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Deal found 8/16$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/186:05 amCMH - RAP
2 stops9h 40mDelta
Thu 10/232:26 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Deal found 8/16$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 10/146:59 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Tue 10/212:26 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Deal found 8/16$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 12/107:00 amCMH - RAP
1 stop5h 05mDelta
Sat 12/134:35 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Deal found 8/17$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/186:05 amCMH - RAP
2 stops9h 40mDelta
Mon 10/202:26 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Deal found 8/16$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 10/146:59 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Thu 10/232:26 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Deal found 8/16$320
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/37:00 amCMH - RAP
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/71:44 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/16$339

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

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ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Sat 10/18

7:00 am-9:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

Rapid City

Tue 10/21

2:26 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$259

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Sat 10/18

7:00 am-9:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

Rapid City

Wed 10/22

2:26 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$259

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Fri 10/17

6:59 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Rapid City

Wed 10/22

4:34 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$259

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Fri 10/17

6:59 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Rapid City

Tue 10/21

4:34 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$259

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Fri 10/17

6:59 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Rapid City

Thu 10/23

2:26 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$274

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Sat 10/18

7:00 am-9:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

Rapid City

Thu 10/23

2:26 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$274

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Wed 9/24

12:53 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop29h 56m

$144

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Wed 9/24

6:00 am-11:32 am

2 stops7h 32m

$202

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Deals found on 8/16

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Rapid City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Rapid City

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

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

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 August 18, 2025.
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
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
8,925 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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 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 can get you from Columbus Airport to Rapid City in just under 4h 53m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1069 mi.

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

    American Airlines, at $258, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport 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 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Rapid City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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