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$258+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Columbus (CMH)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — CMH
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rapid City (RAP) to Columbus (CMH). 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

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$598

Round-trip from

$258
(Delta)
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Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

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 12/154:29 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/223:29 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$370
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1511:49 amRAP - CMH
2 stops9h 04mDelta
Sun 12/2211:00 amCMH - RAP
1 stop6h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/31$489
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 12/155:30 amRAP - CMH
2 stops7h 44mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/2211:25 amCMH - RAP
2 stops11h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$619

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Rapid CityColumbus

RAP - CMH

RAPCMH

Rapid City

Tue 1/14

6:20 am-4:02 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Columbus

Tue 1/21

12:40 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$258

Rapid CityColumbus

RAP - CMH

RAPCMH

Rapid City

Sun 12/15

4:29 pm-12:03 am

1 stop5h 34m

Columbus

Sun 12/22

3:29 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$370

Rapid CityColumbus

RAP - CMH

RAPCMH

Rapid City

Sun 12/15

5:30 am-3:14 pm

2 stops7h 44m

Columbus

Sun 12/22

11:25 am-9:14 pm

2 stops11h 49m

$619

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Deals found on 10/30

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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 Columbus in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice 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-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rapid City-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rapid City-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rapid City-Columbus Airport 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-Columbus Airport 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 Columbus

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Rainfall in Columbus by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus Airport ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus Airport when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

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

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rapid City to Columbus. 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 Columbus?

    Rapid City (RAP), located 9.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Rapid City to Columbus. 3 airlines have flights from Rapid City to Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Rapid City to Columbus should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Rapid City to Columbus Airport for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $258, but on average you can expect to pay $415.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rapid City to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rapid City to Columbus Airport round-trip from $258. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $370, and United Airlines, from $619. Delta is 54% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What does RAP to CMH 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 Columbus Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a RAP to CMH flight.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Rapid City to Columbus 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 Columbus with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Rapid City to Columbus 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 Columbus that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Rapid City to Columbus?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to Columbus 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 Columbus that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Rapid City to Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Rapid City to Columbus 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 Columbus Airport flight deals updated?

    The Rapid City to Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Rapid City to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 3 airlines flying from Rapid City to Columbus

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$171Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$322Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$606Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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