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$422+ Cheap flights from Rochester, MN to Rapid City (RST - 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 7/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RST — RAP
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rochester to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rochester (RST) 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 July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$422
(American Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$476
From Rochester to Rapid City
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($95 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Rochester to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/316:02 amRST - RAP
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/46:01 pmRAP - RST
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$422
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/3111:27 amRST - RAP
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Mon 8/44:30 pmRAP - RST
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 7/2$432

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RochesterRapid City

RST - RAP

RSTRAP

Rochester

Thu 7/31

6:02 am-11:33 am

1 stop6h 31m

Rapid City

Mon 8/4

6:01 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$422

RochesterRapid City

RST - RAP

RSTRAP

Rochester

Thu 7/31

11:27 am-3:50 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Rapid City

Mon 8/4

4:30 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$432

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Deals found on 7/1

Best time to book a flight from Rochester to Rapid City

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to Rapid City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota 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 July 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Rochester 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
7,975 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,975 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,975 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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 Rochester 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Rochester, Minnesota to Rapid City round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $422, was found to be the cheapest airline from Rochester, Minnesota to Rapid City. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. American Airlines is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester 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 Rochester, Minnesota to Rapid City?

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

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DeltaCheapest$373Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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