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$102+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Rapid City (SAN - 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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — RAP
Apr 4 — Apr 111
Sat 4/4
Sat 4/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Rapid City

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 5, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Wed 6/106:54 pm
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/149:54 pm
RAP
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SAN
1 stop21h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 7/93:30 pm
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop28h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/169:50 pm
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop21h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 6/69:59 pm
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/119:54 pm
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop21h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Wed 4/111:01 am
SAN
-
RAP
2 stops8h 43m
United Airlines
Wed 4/85:27 am
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop4h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/4$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Tue 3/176:15 am
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop8h 03m
Delta
Sat 3/2111:03 am
RAP
-
SAN
2 stops12h 56m
Delta
Deal found 3/1$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/186:30 am
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop5h 43m
United Airlines
Sun 3/2212:00 pm
RAP
-
SAN
2 stops8h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/2$343
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 4/36:32 am
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Sat 4/44:15 pm
RAP
-
SAN
2 stops8h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/4$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 5/17:45 pm
SAN
-
RAP
2 stops13h 32m
Delta
Tue 5/56:00 am
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop8h 35m
Delta
Deal found 3/4$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/56:35 am
SAN
-
RAP
1 stop4h 54m
United Airlines
Wed 8/127:00 am
RAP
-
SAN
1 stop6h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/2$359

Find flight deals from San Diego to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 March 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$219
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$102
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$561
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 March 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Wed 3/18

6:30 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Rapid City

Sun 3/22

12:00 pm-7:48 pm

2 stops8h 48m

$343

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Wed 4/1

11:01 am-10:27 pm

2 stops10h 26m

Rapid City

Sun 4/5

5:27 am-9:16 am

1 stop4h 49m

$384

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Thu 8/6

3:05 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Rapid City

Tue 8/11

4:00 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$395
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Fri 5/22

12:33 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Rapid City

Tue 5/26

5:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop5h 05m

$417

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Sat 6/6

3:20 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Rapid City

Wed 6/10

4:00 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$424

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Tue 4/7

10:10 pm-10:20 am

2 stops11h 10m

Rapid City

Thu 4/9

11:03 am-6:35 pm

2 stops8h 32m

$431

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Sat 4/4

6:32 am-1:08 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Rapid City

Sat 4/11

2:47 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops8h 51m

$432

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Mon 8/17

10:30 pm-9:58 am

2 stops10h 28m

Rapid City

Wed 8/19

2:25 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$436

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Sat 5/23

10:55 am-7:13 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Rapid City

Mon 5/25

11:20 am-5:20 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$448
Cheapest one-way

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Fri 4/17

11:01 am-8:44 pm

2 stops8h 43m

$224

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Rapid City in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 San Diego-Rapid City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Rapid City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Rapid City flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Rapid City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rapid City from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Rapid City

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on February 27, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Rapid City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Rapid City (average of $258). Flying from San Diego to Rapid City in February is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Rapid City?

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 March 5, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to Rapid City by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
8,248 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,389 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,381 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to Rapid City?

    Delta and United Airlines can get you from San Diego to Rapid City in just under 5h 43m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 02m. The distance between San Diego and Rapid City is about 1090 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    American Airlines, at $258, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Rapid City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Rapid City?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Rapid City (average of $258). Flying from San Diego to Rapid City in February is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 San Diego to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 March 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$273Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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