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$228+ Cheap flights from Rapid City to San Diego (RAP - SAN)

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RAP — SAN
Nov 5 — Nov 121
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rapid City (RAP) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$391

Round-trip from

$228
(Mytrip)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Rapid City-San Diego flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Rapid City-San Diego flights.
High demand for flights, 29% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in October 2024
From Rapid City to San Diego

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Cheapest flights from Rapid City to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/132:45 pmRAP - SAN
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/159:01 amSAN - RAP
1 stop7h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$228
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 11/196:00 amRAP - SAN
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Wed 12/41:31 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Deal found 10/30$258
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 12/18:45 amRAP - SAN
1 stop17h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/78:45 amSAN - RAP
1 stop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$492
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Sun 12/14:32 pmRAP - SAN
2 stops8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/76:30 amSAN - RAP
2 stops13h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$1,185

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Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Thu 11/7

11:43 am-5:48 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$357

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Tue 11/12

6:10 pm-9:48 am

2 stops16h 38m

$387

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Wed 11/13

2:45 pm-6:40 am

2 stops16h 55m

San Diego

Fri 11/15

9:01 am-5:18 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$228

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Tue 11/19

6:00 am-1:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

San Diego

Wed 12/4

1:31 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$258

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Wed 1/22

12:27 pm-6:17 pm

1 stop6h 50m

San Diego

Sun 1/26

11:13 am-8:25 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$313

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Sun 1/26

5:20 am-2:49 pm

2 stops10h 29m

San Diego

Mon 2/3

3:59 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$328

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Deals found on 10/31

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rapid City to San Diego in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Rapid City-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rapid City-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rapid City-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rapid City-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Rapid City-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Rapid City to San Diego

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Rapid City to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $338). 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.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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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  • Can I find flights from Rapid City to San Diego for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Rapid City to San Diego for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $228, but on average you can expect to pay $328.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rapid City to San Diego round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rapid City to San Diego round-trip from $258. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $313, and United Airlines, from $516. Delta is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does RAP to SAN mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Rapid City Airport to San Diego Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a RAP to SAN flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rapid City to San Diego that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Rapid City to San Diego flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Rapid City to San Diego with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Rapid City to San Diego flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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    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 Diego.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rapid City to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Rapid City to San Diego offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Rapid City to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Rapid City to San Diego flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Rapid City to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The Rapid City to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rapid City to San Diego?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Rapid City to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $338). 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 Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City to San Diego. 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$164Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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