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$191+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Salem, OR

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RAP — PDX
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Mon 3/30
Mon 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Salem

Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Salem
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Salem. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 28, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 4/94:57 pm
RAP
-
PDX
1 stop7h 57m
American Airlines
Mon 4/1311:47 pm
PDX
-
RAP
1 stop10h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/27$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/3011:20 am
RAP
-
PDX
2 stops12h 28m
United Airlines
Sun 5/314:15 pm
PDX
-
RAP
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 3/255:41 pm
RAP
-
PDX
1 stop6h 19m
United Airlines
Wed 4/84:15 pm
PDX
-
RAP
1 stop5h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/24$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/178:30 am
RAP
-
PDX
2 stops10h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 4/204:15 pm
PDX
-
RAP
1 stop5h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 3/247:00 am
RAP
-
PDX
1 stop7h 44m
United Airlines
Wed 4/15:00 am
PDX
-
RAP
1 stop7h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/28$320
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/711:03 am
RAP
-
PDX
1 stop7h 36m
Delta
Thu 4/912:30 am
PDX
-
RAP
1 stop8h 50m
Delta
Deal found 2/25$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 3/255:00 am
RAP
-
PDX
2 stops8h 33m
United Airlines
Wed 4/15:00 am
PDX
-
RAP
1 stop7h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/28$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/295:53 pm
RAP
-
PDX
1 stop6h 02m
United Airlines
Sun 5/315:00 am
PDX
-
RAP
1 stop6h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$349

Find flight deals from Rapid City to Salem

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Round-trip from

$279
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$191
(American Airlines)

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July

Average price

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to Salem that are best for you.

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Rapid CityPortland

RAP - PDX

RAPPDX

Rapid City

Fri 4/17

8:30 am-6:07 pm

2 stops10h 37m

Portland

Mon 4/20

4:15 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$315

Rapid CityPortland

RAP - PDX

RAPPDX

Rapid City

Tue 4/7

11:03 am-5:39 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Portland

Thu 4/9

12:30 am-10:20 am

1 stop8h 50m

$340

Rapid CityPortland

RAP - PDX

RAPPDX

Rapid City

Wed 3/25

5:00 am-12:33 pm

2 stops8h 33m

Portland

Wed 4/8

5:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$443

Rapid CityPortland

RAP - PDX

RAPPDX

Rapid City

Fri 5/29

12:35 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops11h 13m

Portland

Mon 6/1

5:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$444

Rapid CityPortland

RAP - PDX

RAPPDX

Rapid City

Thu 5/28

7:00 am-4:47 pm

2 stops10h 47m

Portland

Mon 6/1

5:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$447

Rapid CityPortland

RAP - PDX

RAPPDX

Rapid City

Sat 6/27

5:00 am-9:47 am

1 stop5h 47m

Portland

Sun 7/5

5:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$502

Rapid CityPortland

RAP - PDX

RAPPDX

Rapid City

Tue 3/17

5:00 am-12:33 pm

2 stops8h 33m

Portland

Tue 3/24

2:05 pm-11:05 am

2 stops20h 00m

$517

Rapid CityPortland

RAP - PDX

RAPPDX

Rapid City

Fri 4/10

11:40 am-11:58 pm

1 stop13h 18m

Portland

Fri 4/17

11:05 am-10:27 pm

2 stops10h 22m

$554

Rapid CityPortland

RAP - PDX

RAPPDX

Rapid City

Fri 3/20

5:41 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Portland

Sun 3/22

6:57 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop24h 37m

$672

Rapid CityPortland

RAP - PDX

RAPPDX

Rapid City

Thu 7/23

4:16 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$220

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Best time to book a flight from Rapid City to Salem

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Salem (average of $169). Flying from Rapid City to Salem in September is currently the most expensive (average of $516). 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 Rapid City to Salem?

Reviews of airlines servicing Salem

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salem. 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 Salem. Reviews last updated February 28, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Rapid City to Salem 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,363 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,363 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,363 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rapid City to Salem. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Rapid City to Salem?

    Rapid City (RAP), located 9.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Rapid City to Salem. 1 airline have flights from Rapid City to Salem on a regular basis. Booking flights from Rapid City to Salem should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Salem per day.

  • How long is the flight from Rapid City to Salem?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Rapid City to Salem in about 7h 36m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 01m. There are 960 mi between Rapid City and Salem. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to Salem 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 Rapid City to Salem?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Salem (average of $169). Flying from Rapid City to Salem in September is currently the most expensive (average of $516). 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 Rapid City to Salem

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Rapid City to Salem. 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 February 28, 2026.
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United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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