$180+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Rapid City (SFO - 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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Rapid City are usually found in August or January, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Rapid City
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 27, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $259 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $180 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $473 |
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Rapid City
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Rapid CityExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2025.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 27, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoRapid City
SFO - RAP
SFORAP
San Francisco
Tue 8/12
11:41 pm-10:17 am
1 stop9h 36m
Rapid City
Sat 8/16
2:32 pm-11:01 pm
1 stop9h 29m
San FranciscoRapid City
SFO - RAP
SFORAP
San Francisco
Thu 5/29
6:30 am-12:36 pm
1 stop5h 06m
Rapid City
Mon 6/2
4:30 pm-11:30 pm
1 stop8h 00m
San FranciscoRapid City
SFO - RAP
SFORAP
San Francisco
Mon 8/11
12:40 am-9:52 am
1 stop8h 12m
Rapid City
Sat 8/16
6:20 am-5:47 pm
2 stops12h 27m
San FranciscoRapid City
SFO - RAP
SFORAP
San Francisco
Wed 5/14
6:09 pm-9:22 pm
3 stops26h 13m
Rapid City
Sun 5/18
10:12 pm-5:13 pm
2 stops20h 01m
San FranciscoRapid City
SFO - RAP
SFORAP
San Francisco
Wed 6/11
5:42 am-4:09 pm
1 stop9h 27m
San FranciscoRapid City
SFO - RAP
SFORAP
San Francisco
Tue 6/10
12:49 am-10:56 am
1 stop9h 07m
Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Rapid City in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Rapid City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Rapid City
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rapid City from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Rapid City
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Rapid City?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Rapid City is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Rapid City?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from San Francisco to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $562). 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 SFO to RAP?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 27, 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Rapid City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 52% on airfare.
Rainfall in Rapid City by month
Plan your trip to Rapid City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rapid City ranges from 0.3 - 3.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Rapid City when rainfall is around 0.3 in.
Temperature in Rapid City by month
Plan your trip to Rapid City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rapid City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).
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 27, 2025.
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Michael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
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Michael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
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Michael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
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Michael,Sep 2023
SMF - ATL
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Top 3 airlines flying from San Francisco to Rapid City
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$238 | Average$417 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$257 | Average$386 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$258 | Average$447 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |