Rapid City

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— RAP
Dec 28 — Jan 41
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Flights to Rapid City in 2024

Find the latest flights to Rapid City in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on December 23, 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$796

Round-trip from

$268

One-way from

$597
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 5% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024
From New York to Rapid City
One-way flight from New York to Rapid City (RAP)

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Cheapest flights to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

Tue 12/316:45 pmEWR - RAP
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Fri 1/34:16 pmRAP - EWR
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/22$378
Tue 12/315:45 pmJFK - RAP
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Fri 1/34:16 pmRAP - JFK
1 stop5h 33mDelta
Deal found 12/23$734
Thu 12/266:00 amEWR - RAP
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/295:23 amRAP - EWR
2 stops10h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$872
Thu 12/2610:00 amEWR - RAP
1 stop13h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/293:49 pmRAP - EWR
2 stops20h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$984
Sun 12/224:39 pmLGA - RAP
1 stop7h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/295:15 amRAP - LGA
1 stop6h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,462

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NewarkRapid City

EWR - RAP

EWRRAP

Newark

Sat 1/18

6:05 am-11:08 am

1 stop7h 03m

Rapid City

Fri 1/24

4:19 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$268

NewarkRapid City

EWR - RAP

EWRRAP

Newark

Fri 2/21

5:58 am-11:53 am

1 stop7h 55m

Rapid City

Mon 2/24

12:24 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$323

New YorkRapid City

LGA - RAP

LGARAP

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/20

8:30 pm-11:30 am

1 stop17h 00m

Rapid City

Tue 5/27

12:50 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$395

New YorkRapid City

JFK - RAP

JFKRAP

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/18

9:00 am-8:25 pm

2 stops13h 25m

Rapid City

Fri 1/24

5:24 am-9:15 pm

2 stops13h 51m

$402

NewarkRapid City

EWR - RAP

EWRRAP

Newark

Tue 1/14

2:15 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Rapid City

Fri 1/17

3:22 pm-11:44 am

1 stop18h 22m

$441

New YorkRapid City

LGA - RAP

LGARAP

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/3

11:25 am-9:57 pm

2 stops12h 32m

Rapid City

Sun 5/4

9:00 am-7:47 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$578

New YorkRapid City

JFK - RAP

JFKRAP

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/13

11:30 am-3:37 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Rapid City

Thu 1/16

4:19 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$606

New YorkRapid City

LGA - RAP

LGARAP

New York LaGuardia

Mon 1/13

6:15 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Rapid City

Thu 1/16

4:19 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$606

NewarkRapid City

EWR - RAP

EWRRAP

Newark

Sat 5/3

6:00 am-10:59 am

1 stop6h 59m

$227

NewarkRapid City

EWR - RAP

EWRRAP

Newark

Sat 5/3

7:00 am-2:48 pm

2 stops9h 48m

$272

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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: Out of all of the providers offering Rapid City flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for Rapid City flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Rapid City flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Rapid City. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

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Travel insights for flights to Rapid City

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When is the best time to book a flight to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Rapid City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Rapid City?

On average, a flight from New York to Rapid City takes 6 hours 47 minutes. Flights to Rapid City from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rapid City?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Rapid City are American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines.

Rainfall in Rapid City by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rapid City ranges from 0.3 - 3.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Rapid City when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Rapid City by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rapid City, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rapid City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rapid City. 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 Rapid City. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines to Rapid City to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

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.

8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

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.

7.4
Good
9,020 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

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.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

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.

The Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) in South Dakota is a convenient and efficient airport for travelers visiting both Rapid City and the renowned Black Hills. RAP is the airport you want to fly into if you want to visit Mount Rushmore, the Badlands National Park, and the Crazy Horse Memorial. Located approximately 9 miles southeast of Rapid City, RAP is a small airport with just seven gates, and therefore easy to navigate. This means that you will be through the airport and on your way to your South Dakota adventures as soon as possible.

You can find a number of non-stop flights to the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) that depart from major cities in the western half of the United States. United flies non-stop to RAP from the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). United flies to Rapid City non-stop from the Denver International Airport (DEN) in Colorado. Allegiant flies non-stop from the Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas and from the Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA).

Several airlines operate non-stop flights between Rapid City and airports east of the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP). American flies non-stop from its hub at the Charlotte - Douglas International Airport (CTL) and from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). United also flies non-stop to Rapid City from Chicago (ORD). Delta and Sun Country Airlines both offer direct flights between the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) and (RAP). From the Orlando International Airport (MCO) in Florida, you can fly non-stop to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) aboard Allegiant.

  • What should I pack for a flight to Rapid City?

    No matter what time of year you visit Rapid City, make sure you pack sturdy walking shoes. If it is the winter months, make sure they are warm boots to protect your feet from the snow. Also bring extra socks to keep your feet cushioned and comfortable as you explore everything the Black Hills have to offer. In the summer months, sunblock and sunglasses are a must, and a sun hat is highly recommended. In the winter, pack warm, comfortable clothes to slip into after a day's adventures. Make sure to pack a warm jacket, gloves, and a warm beanie hat. Also consider packing a small tote or knapsack that you can use to bring with you on your day's excursions.

  • What are some things to do in Rapid City?

    You already know about some of the wonderful sites that the Black Hills have to offer, but consider taking a tour to some of these sites in order to get the most of your visit. For example, you can take a Badlands van tour or a self-guided audio driving tour in the Black Hills. To add some extra excitement to your trip, you can participate in the Rapid City scavenger hunt. Other things you can see in Rapid City include a dinosaur park, reptile gardens, Bear Country USA, and Storybook Island. If you are interested in museums, you can check out the South Dakota Air and Space Museum, the Journey Museum and Learning Center, and the Museum of Geology.

  • Can I take public transport from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) into Downtown Rapid City?

    From RAP, you can hail a cab from the company City Cab or Black Hills Grab a Cab. Airport shuttles you can take from RAP include Rapid Express Shuttle, Giddy Up and Go Shuttle, and Dave's World Tours. Lift, Uber, Wridz, and Turo app cars can pick you up at RAP, as well. Check with your hotel to see whether they have a shuttle that can transport you from RAP. If you have reserved a rental car, you can find the rental car agency counters in the arrivals section of the airport.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Rapid City?

    Rapid City (RAP), located 9.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Rapid City.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rapid City if I am willing to have layovers?

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

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rapid City?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Allegiant Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rapid City.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Rapid City?

    Rapid City is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Rapid City. One-way flights to Rapid City typically cost $53, while round-trip flights cost around $113.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Rapid City?

    A round-trip flight to Rapid City will typically cost around $163, however they can be found for as little as $113.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rapid City depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rapid City, Denver Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 17 minutes).

  • Does Rapid City have rental cars?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Rapid City?

    Yes. Rapid City has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Quite and relaxing home with all the city events close by is the closest property to Rapid City (3.0 mi away from Rapid City).

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