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$289+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Rapid City (RIC - 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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — RAP
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Rapid City

Cheapest flights from Richmond to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:00 am
RIC
-
RAP
1 stop7h 14m
American Airlines
Sat 4/251:08 pm
RAP
-
RIC
1 stop8h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$289
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 2/79:35 am
RIC
-
RAP
2 stops11h 39m
United Airlines
Wed 2/1112:35 pm
RAP
-
RIC
1 stop8h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$399
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2311:41 am
RIC
-
RAP
1 stop6h 05m
American Airlines
Sat 5/304:16 pm
RAP
-
RIC
1 stop5h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/58:03 am
RIC
-
RAP
1 stop7h 09m
United Airlines
Mon 2/912:35 pm
RAP
-
RIC
1 stop8h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 7/185:40 am
RIC
-
RAP
1 stop7h 39m
Delta
Wed 7/292:25 pm
RAP
-
RIC
2 stops6h 52m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$420
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/235:40 am
RIC
-
RAP
1 stop7h 39m
Delta
Sat 5/3012:30 pm
RAP
-
RIC
2 stops8h 47m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$479

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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 January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$303
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Rapid City

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RichmondRapid City

RIC - RAP

RICRAP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 14m

Rapid City

Sat 4/25

1:08 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$289

RichmondRapid City

RIC - RAP

RICRAP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/7

9:35 am-7:14 pm

2 stops11h 39m

Rapid City

Wed 2/11

12:35 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$399

RichmondRapid City

RIC - RAP

RICRAP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/23

11:41 am-3:46 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Rapid City

Sat 5/30

4:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$409

RichmondRapid City

RIC - RAP

RICRAP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/5

8:03 am-1:12 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Rapid City

Mon 2/9

12:35 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$419

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Deals found on 1/20

Compare providers for flights from Richmond to Rapid City

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 Richmond to Rapid City in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

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

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Rapid City (average of $268). Flying from Richmond to Rapid City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $547). 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 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Richmond to Rapid City have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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
8,088 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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
9,191 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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
11,174 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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 Richmond 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 Richmond to Rapid City?

    For as low as $289, American Airlines can have you in Rapid City from Richmond in 7h 14m. The distance between Richmond and Rapid City is about 1413 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Richmond to Rapid City is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $268 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $283 and $349 round-trip. Delta is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Rapid City (average of $268). Flying from Richmond to Rapid City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $547). 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 Richmond to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$268Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$349Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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