$145+ Cheap flights to South Dakota

As a Great Plains state, South Dakota has an interior continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. Summer temperatures can reach the mid-80s (F) and winter can be in the low teens and lower. Sioux Falls averages 41 inches of snowfall annually, but there is less snow further north, and the northwest can get less than one foot of snow.On the northern fringe of tornado alley, South Dakota’s twisters are mostly in the eastern part of the state, sometimes in the central region, and rarely in the western part of the state. Spring is the peak tornado season.

Peak Season: Summer is the peak season for visiting and when most South Dakota flights and hotels are booked. The attractions and outdoor activities are in full swing; visitors flock to the Badlands and to the Black Hills with Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial. Summer is also busy with Native American celebrations and rodeos. The fishing season lasts year-round, with some exceptions. Off Season: If you want to see the attractions but not the crowds, book flights to South Dakota inthe spring and fall. However, off-season traffic is on the rise, so make reservations in advance if you want cheap flights to South Dakota and reduced hotel rates. The winters are generally too harsh for most of the outdoor attractions and activities.

You will need a car to get around South Dakota, or, if you are going to the more popular destinations, consider joining a tour group. There is limited bus service in the state, and the historic trains just run short routes. Driving is also your best bet even in Sioux Falls, and parking is plentiful. Hiking, biking, and horseback riding are other ways of getting around, along with boating on the Missouri River, and motorcycles.

Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Dakota on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Frontier is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Dakota.

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Dakota. One-way flights to Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field typically cost $65, while round-trip flights cost around $99.

A round-trip flight to South Dakota will typically cost around $449, however they can be found for as little as $99.

For those looking to save time traveling to South Dakota, Minneapolis St Paul offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 6 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Rapid City can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

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