Rapid City

$216+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Rapid City (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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — RAP
Jan 14 — Jan 211
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/196:30 amDCA - RAP
1 stop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/227:00 amRAP - DCA
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$452
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/196:15 amBWI - RAP
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/223:35 pmRAP - BWI
1 stop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$500
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/196:30 amIAD - RAP
1 stop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/225:15 amRAP - IAD
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$529
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/187:06 pmBWI - RAP
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Sat 12/204:14 pmRAP - BWI
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/13$620
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/1810:44 amBWI - RAP
2 stops12h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/205:15 amRAP - BWI
2 stops9h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$668
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/197:35 amDCA - RAP
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Mon 12/226:19 amRAP - DCA
2 stops9h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/14$795
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/2910:25 pmIAD - RAP
2 stops14h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:15 amRAP - IAD
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$798
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/306:15 amBWI - RAP
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/33:35 pmRAP - BWI
1 stop11h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$802
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/294:17 pmDCA - RAP
1 stop6h 32mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:45 amRAP - DCA
2 stops13h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$926
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/276:20 amIAD - RAP
1 stop14h 52mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:15 amRAP - IAD
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$926
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/1912:59 pmDCA - RAP
2 stops10h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/225:30 amRAP - DCA
2 stops11h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$949
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/2910:44 amBWI - RAP
1 stop25h 46mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:15 amRAP - BWI
2 stops9h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$972

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(Delta)

One-way from

$216
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$468
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Rapid City flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Rapid City flights.
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Rapid City
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Rapid City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($43 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

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Washington, D.C.Rapid City

DCA - RAP

DCARAP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/10

6:05 am-10:13 am

1 stop6h 08m

Rapid City

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$289

Washington, D.C.Rapid City

DCA - RAP

DCARAP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/7

6:30 am-1:34 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Rapid City

Tue 1/13

2:08 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$289

Washington, D.C.Rapid City

IAD - RAP

IADRAP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/7

12:35 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Rapid City

Tue 1/13

10:45 am-7:21 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$289

Washington, D.C.Rapid City

DCA - RAP

DCARAP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/6

6:59 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Rapid City

Tue 1/13

4:10 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$289

Washington, D.C.Rapid City

IAD - RAP

IADRAP

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/10

10:02 am-3:22 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Rapid City

Sat 1/17

10:45 am-7:21 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$289

Washington, D.C.Rapid City

DCA - RAP

DCARAP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/22

6:05 am-10:11 am

1 stop6h 06m

Rapid City

Sat 2/28

4:26 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$289

BaltimoreRapid City

BWI - RAP

BWIRAP

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/7

8:23 am-3:22 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Rapid City

Tue 1/13

7:00 am-3:04 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$289

Washington, D.C.Rapid City

DCA - RAP

DCARAP

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/19

6:05 am-10:13 am

1 stop6h 08m

Rapid City

Sat 1/24

4:10 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$289

BaltimoreRapid City

BWI - RAP

BWIRAP

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/22

6:04 am-10:11 am

1 stop6h 07m

Rapid City

Sat 2/28

4:26 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop4h 46m

$289

BaltimoreRapid City

BWI - RAP

BWIRAP

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/9

11:13 am-9:15 pm

2 stops12h 02m

Rapid City

Sun 1/11

2:08 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$294

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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 Washington, D.C. to Rapid City in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 Washington, D.C.-Rapid City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Rapid City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Rapid City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rapid City from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City, you should look to book at least 25 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City (average of $268). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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 WAS to RAP?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. 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 December 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Rapid City from Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 9.0 mi from the city center, Rapid City is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Rapid City from Washington, D.C.. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City (RAP) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City can take about 6h 08m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $289. There are 1387 mi between Washington, D.C. and Rapid City. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City round-trip?

    Delta, at $268, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Delta is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City (average of $268). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $488). 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 Washington, D.C. to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$268Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$304Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$313Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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