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$193+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — SFO
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$264
(Delta)

One-way from

$193
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$364
From Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/276:25 amRAP - SJC
1 stop6h 56mDelta
Sat 8/3011:14 amSJC - RAP
2 stops10h 18mDelta
Deal found 7/2$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/168:47 amRAP - SFO
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/205:00 amSFO - RAP
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 7/166:50 amRAP - SFO
2 stops11h 52mDelta
Sun 7/206:05 amSFO - RAP
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/1$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/275:39 amRAP - SFO
1 stop9h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/16:10 amSFO - RAP
1 stop10h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/274:47 pmRAP - SJC
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/303:45 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sat 8/236:20 amRAP - OAK
2 stops17h 26mDelta
Tue 8/2612:35 pmOAK - RAP
2 stops8h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/30$576

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Rapid City

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San Francisco Bay Area

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Depart

Return

Price

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Wed 8/27

6:25 am-12:21 pm

1 stop6h 56m

San Jose

Sat 8/30

11:14 am-10:32 pm

2 stops10h 18m

$264

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Wed 7/16

8:47 am-1:09 pm

1 stop5h 22m

San Francisco

Sun 7/20

5:00 am-11:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

$289

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Wed 7/16

6:50 am-5:42 pm

2 stops11h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 7/20

6:05 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$294

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Wed 8/27

5:39 am-2:27 pm

1 stop9h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

6:10 am-5:42 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$309

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Wed 8/27

4:47 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop5h 31m

San Jose

Sat 8/30

3:45 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$339

Rapid CityOakland

RAP - OAK

RAPOAK

Rapid City

Sat 8/23

6:20 am-10:46 pm

2 stops17h 26m

Oakland

Tue 8/26

12:35 pm-10:32 pm

2 stops8h 57m

$576

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Tue 7/22

7:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$193

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Tue 7/22

6:50 am-4:53 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$211

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Tue 7/22

12:03 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops11h 56m

$240

Rapid CityOakland

RAP - OAK

RAPOAK

Rapid City

Mon 9/15

1:02 pm-7:03 am

3 stops19h 01m

$248

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Best time to book a flight from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 RAP to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Rapid City (RAP) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area. It is only a 9.0 mi journey to Rapid City (RAP) from Rapid City’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    $193 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $211 and $240, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most travelers choose Rapid City - San Francisco, Rapid City - Oakland or Rapid City - San Jose when deciding on the best route from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 2 airlines flying from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$264Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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