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$161+ Cheap flights from Rapid City to Raleigh (RAP - RDU)

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 6/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — RDU
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rapid City (RAP) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$274
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$161
(Delta)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$309
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Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Mon 3/3112:25 pmRAP - RDU
2 stops9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/307:15 amRDU - RAP
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/3$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Mon 3/314:16 pmRAP - RDU
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Tue 9/306:00 amRDU - RAP
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 3/3$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 4/1412:59 pmRAP - RDU
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/199:28 amRDU - RAP
2 stops11h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$359

Find flights from Rapid City to Raleigh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to Raleigh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

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Rapid City

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Raleigh

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Depart

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Price

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Mon 3/31

12:25 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 34m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/30

7:15 am-10:38 am

1 stop5h 23m

$274

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Mon 3/31

4:16 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-9:52 am

1 stop5h 52m

$294

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Mon 4/14

12:59 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/19

9:28 am-6:54 pm

2 stops11h 26m

$359

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Sun 6/15

6:20 am-1:59 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$161

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Mon 3/31

12:25 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 34m

$166

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Thu 3/20

5:40 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops16h 49m

$239

Rapid CityRaleigh

RAP - RDU

RAPRDU

Rapid City

Fri 6/13

9:47 am-9:27 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$326

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Deals found on 3/2

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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 Raleigh in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rapid City-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rapid City-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rapid City-Raleigh 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-Raleigh 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 Raleigh

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Rapid City to Raleigh including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Rapid City to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 Raleigh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Raleigh ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Raleigh when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Raleigh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Raleigh, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated March 3, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
8,068 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
8,679 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
8,068 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rapid City to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Raleigh, with prices starting at $274. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $294 and $359, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rapid City to Raleigh one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $161. American Airlines flights start at $166 while deals on United Airlines start at $326 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Rapid City to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 Raleigh

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City to Raleigh. 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 March 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$320Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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