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$259+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Rapid City (RAP)

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RAP
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Rapid City are usually found in January or February, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Rapid City (RAP). 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 April 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$330
From Columbus to Rapid City
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 9/34:43 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop7h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/95:30 amRAP - CMH
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/135:02 amCMH - RAP
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/1912:26 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 4/166:35 amCMH - RAP
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Sat 4/194:19 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Deal found 3/31$344
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/169:57 amCMH - RAP
3 stops32h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/1910:13 pmRAP - CMH
2 stops18h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$577

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Rapid City

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ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Tue 4/15

3:39 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Rapid City

Sat 4/19

12:59 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$289

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Sun 4/13

5:02 am-11:56 am

1 stop8h 54m

Rapid City

Sat 4/19

12:26 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$329

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Wed 4/16

6:35 am-11:05 am

1 stop6h 30m

Rapid City

Sat 4/19

4:19 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$344

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Wed 4/16

9:57 am-4:50 pm

3 stops32h 53m

Rapid City

Sat 4/19

10:13 pm-6:46 pm

2 stops18h 33m

$577

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Deals found on 3/31

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Rapid City

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

Booking 29 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Rapid City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Columbus to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $556). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to RAP?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Rapid City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Rapid City in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 April 1, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,615 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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 Columbus to Rapid City. 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 into for flights to Rapid City from Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Rapid City from Columbus, you will be flying to Rapid City, which is the city’s only airport. Rapid City (RAP) is located 9.0 mi from the center of Rapid City. There are 0 flights from Columbus to Rapid City per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus to Rapid City is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $289 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $329 and $344 round-trip. Users have found that United Airlines is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Columbus to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $556). 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 Columbus to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Rapid City. 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$251Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$261Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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