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$210+ 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 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — SFO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$264
(Delta)

One-way from

$210
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$445
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/216:33 amRAP - SJC
2 stops13h 52mDelta
Wed 5/281:27 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Deal found 4/30$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/166:33 amRAP - SFO
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Sun 5/1812:40 amSFO - RAP
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Deal found 4/30$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/155:25 amRAP - SJC
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/193:30 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop5h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/155:36 amRAP - SJC
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/196:00 amSJC - RAP
2 stops13h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/164:35 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/1910:20 amSFO - RAP
1 stop9h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/55:25 amRAP - SFO
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/911:20 pmSFO - RAP
1 stop20h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$538
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/1411:19 amRAP - SFO
3 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/216:55 amSFO - RAP
2 stops14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$694
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/154:25 pmRAP - OAK
2 stops8h 24mDelta
Mon 5/1912:39 pmOAK - RAP
2 stops8h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/29$1,233

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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 5/21

6:33 am-7:25 pm

2 stops13h 52m

San Jose

Wed 5/28

1:27 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$264

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Thu 5/15

5:25 am-10:02 am

1 stop5h 37m

San Jose

Mon 5/19

3:30 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$289

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Fri 5/16

6:33 am-1:29 pm

1 stop7h 56m

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

12:40 am-10:06 am

1 stop8h 26m

$289

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Thu 5/15

5:36 am-1:25 pm

1 stop8h 49m

San Jose

Mon 5/19

6:00 am-8:53 pm

2 stops13h 53m

$329

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Fri 5/16

4:35 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 58m

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

10:20 am-8:53 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$354

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Sat 6/14

11:19 am-8:29 am

3 stops22h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 6/21

6:55 am-10:00 pm

2 stops14h 05m

$694

Rapid CityOakland

RAP - OAK

RAPOAK

Rapid City

Thu 5/15

4:25 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops8h 24m

Oakland

Mon 5/19

12:39 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$1,233

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Sun 6/1

4:35 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$210

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Sun 6/1

6:33 am-12:32 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$210

Rapid CitySan Francisco

RAP - SFO

RAPSFO

Rapid City

Sun 6/1

6:33 am-3:15 pm

2 stops9h 42m

$235

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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 $384). 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 May 1, 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.

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Rapid City to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. 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
7,934 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
7,934 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

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  • 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?

    $210 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $210 and $250, respectively.

  • 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, 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 $384). 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 San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top airline 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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