$136+ 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — RAP
Jan 7 — Jan 141
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Rapid City
Cheapest flights from San Diego to Rapid CityExplore 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 December 8, 2025.
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 December 8, 2025.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/314:10 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:15 amRAP - SAN
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/7![United Airlines logo]()
$323
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:30 amSAN - RAP
1 stop5h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/253:35 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/5![United Airlines logo]()
$523
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/2311:00 amSAN - RAP
1 stop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/278:45 amRAP - SAN
1 stop14h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6![United Airlines logo]()
$668
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Mon 12/86:30 amSAN - RAP
1 stop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/94:35 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6![United Airlines logo]()
$681
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Mon 12/224:10 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/268:45 amRAP - SAN
1 stop13h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/7![United Airlines logo]()
$753
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Wed 12/319:50 amSAN - RAP
2 stops10h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/25:30 amRAP - SAN
2 stops14h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7![American Airlines logo]()
$938
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 December 8, 2025.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $259 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $136 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $470 |
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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 December 8, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Rapid City that are best for you.
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San Diego
Fly to
Rapid City
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoRapid City
SAN - RAP
SANRAP
San Diego
Mon 1/5
10:00 pm-10:13 am
2 stops11h 13m
Rapid City
Mon 1/12
10:54 am-6:53 pm
2 stops8h 59m
$269
San DiegoRapid City
SAN - RAP
SANRAP
San Diego
Fri 1/30
11:00 am-10:28 pm
2 stops10h 28m
Rapid City
Fri 2/6
10:54 am-10:31 pm
2 stops12h 37m
$269
San DiegoRapid City
SAN - RAP
SANRAP
San Diego
Mon 1/5
4:10 pm-9:59 pm
1 stop4h 49m
Rapid City
Mon 1/12
2:40 pm-8:42 pm
1 stop7h 02m
$285
San DiegoRapid City
SAN - RAP
SANRAP
San Diego
Wed 12/31
4:10 pm-9:59 pm
1 stop4h 49m
Rapid City
Fri 1/2
5:15 am-9:39 am
1 stop5h 24m
$323
San DiegoRapid City
SAN - RAP
SANRAP
San Diego
Wed 1/7
6:30 am-3:22 pm
1 stop7h 52m
Rapid City
Sun 1/11
5:10 am-9:20 am
1 stop5h 10m
$339
San DiegoRapid City
SAN - RAP
SANRAP
San Diego
Tue 1/13
7:10 am-9:20 am
2 stops25h 10m
$136
San DiegoRapid City
SAN - RAP
SANRAP
San Diego
Thu 12/18
1:06 pm-9:30 pm
1 stop7h 24m
$141
San DiegoRapid City
SAN - RAP
SANRAP
San Diego
Tue 1/13
10:50 am-9:15 pm
1 stop9h 25m
$216
San DiegoRapid City
SAN - RAP
SANRAP
San Diego
Tue 1/13
1:00 pm-7:14 pm
1 stop5h 14m
$216
San DiegoRapid City
SAN - RAP
SANRAP
San Diego
Thu 12/18
9:50 am-9:31 pm
2 stops10h 41m
$346
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 December.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Rapid City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 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 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
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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights
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 December 5, 2025.
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 35 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, March 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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $315). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to RAP?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Rapid City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 8, 2025.
When flying from San Diego to Rapid City, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight in the morning.
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 December 8, 2025.
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.
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMichael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMichael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMichael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMichael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
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Top 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Rapid City
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$258 | Average$328 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$285 | Average$438 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$353 | Average$497 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |