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$203+ 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — SFO
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 3, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 7/245:53 pm
RAP
-
SFO
1 stop6h 03m
United Airlines
Mon 7/275:00 am
SFO
-
RAP
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sun 2/157:00 am
RAP
-
SJC
1 stop7h 41m
United Airlines
Sun 3/18:50 am
SJC
-
RAP
1 stop7h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Thu 2/195:40 pm
RAP
-
SFO
1 stop6h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 2/236:50 am
SFO
-
RAP
1 stop5h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 2/175:40 pm
RAP
-
SFO
1 stop6h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 2/214:27 pm
SFO
-
RAP
1 stop4h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 4/14:01 pm
RAP
-
SFO
1 stop9h 01m
Delta
Wed 4/2911:59 pm
SFO
-
RAP
1 stop9h 18m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 3/55:00 am
RAP
-
SFO
1 stop5h 39m
United Airlines
Fri 3/135:05 am
SFO
-
RAP
1 stop5h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$354
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/215:16 pm
RAP
-
SFO
1 stop6h 27m
Sun Country Air
Sun 8/2311:59 pm
SFO
-
RAP
1 stop15h 46m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/2$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Fri 7/245:53 pm
RAP
-
SFO
1 stop6h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 7/285:00 am
SFO
-
RAP
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 4/12:21 pm
RAP
-
SFO
1 stop8h 40m
American Airlines
Wed 4/2911:28 pm
SFO
-
RAP
1 stop10h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3$363
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Fri 2/65:10 am
RAP
-
SFO
1 stop7h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 2/215:10 am
SFO
-
RAP
1 stop7h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Fri 2/207:00 am
RAP
-
SFO
1 stop5h 48m
United Airlines
Mon 2/236:50 am
SFO
-
RAP
1 stop5h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/62:08 pm
RAP
-
SFO
2 stops9h 33m
American Airlines
Sat 2/216:00 am
SFO
-
RAP
1 stop6h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$369

Find flight deals from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area

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Round-trip from

$279
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$203
(Kiwi.com)

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January

Average price

$427
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area 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 February 3, 2026.
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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Price

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Thu 2/19

5:40 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 37m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

6:50 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$294

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Sun 2/15

7:00 am-1:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

San Jose

Sun 3/1

8:50 am-5:07 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$294

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Tue 2/17

5:40 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 37m

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

4:27 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$309

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Wed 2/18

5:40 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop6h 37m

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

5:10 am-1:13 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$309

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Wed 4/1

4:01 pm-12:02 am

1 stop9h 01m

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

11:59 pm-10:17 am

1 stop9h 18m

$329

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Thu 3/5

5:00 am-9:39 am

1 stop5h 39m

San Francisco

Fri 3/13

5:05 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 00m

$354

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Wed 4/1

2:21 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop8h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

11:28 pm-11:23 am

1 stop10h 55m

$363

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Fri 2/20

4:29 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop8h 18m

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

12:40 am-10:09 am

1 stop8h 29m

$364

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Sat 2/21

5:40 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop6h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

6:50 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$380

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Sat 2/14

5:20 am-9:40 am

1 stop5h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

8:35 am-3:17 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$389

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $182). Flying from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $588). 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.

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 February 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and United 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
7.9
Good
8,138 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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
7.9
Good
8,138 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,138 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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
9,236 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,138 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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.

  • How long is the flight from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Departing from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area will take you 6h 37m. Rapid City and San Francisco Bay Area are separated by a distance of 1099 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Most travelers choose Rapid City - San Francisco, Rapid City - San Jose or Rapid City - Oakland 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $182). Flying from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $588). 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$154Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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