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$369+ 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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — CMH
Apr 1 — Apr 81
Tue 4/1
Tue 4/8
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$369
(American Airlines)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$491
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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 March 27, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 6/115:38 amRAP - CMH
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/142:29 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 6/119:47 amRAP - CMH
2 stops11h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/143:34 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$465

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Rapid CityColumbus

RAP - CMH

RAPCMH

Rapid City

Wed 6/11

5:38 am-1:39 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Columbus

Sat 6/14

2:29 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$369

Rapid CityColumbus

RAP - CMH

RAPCMH

Rapid City

Wed 6/11

9:47 am-11:46 pm

2 stops11h 59m

Columbus

Sat 6/14

3:34 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$465

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Deals found on 3/26

Compare providers for flights from Rapid City to Columbus

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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.

Best time to book a flight from Rapid City to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rapid City to Columbus Airport

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 March 27, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,602 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,602 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,602 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,602 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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.

  • 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 $369. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. American Airlines is 30% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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.

  • 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 $352). 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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DeltaCheapest$237Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$608Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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