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$258+ 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — RAP
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Columbus to Rapid City are usually found in January or February, booked 72 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 November 20, 2024.

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$258
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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 November 20, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/1111:00 amCMH - RAP
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Sat 12/143:00 pmRAP - CMH
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 11/20$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/46:07 amCMH - RAP
2 stops11h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/85:26 amRAP - CMH
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$378
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/111:45 pmCMH - RAP
3 stops33h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/142:45 pmRAP - CMH
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/216:25 pmCMH - RAP
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/296:05 amRAP - CMH
1 stop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$519

Find flights from Columbus to Rapid City within your budget

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ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Wed 1/22

6:44 am-11:08 am

1 stop6h 24m

Rapid City

Wed 1/29

4:19 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$258

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Wed 12/4

6:07 am-4:02 pm

2 stops11h 55m

Rapid City

Sun 12/8

5:26 am-2:40 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$378

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Wed 12/11

1:45 pm-9:21 pm

3 stops33h 36m

Rapid City

Sat 12/14

2:45 pm-12:35 am

3 stops31h 50m

$493

ColumbusRapid City

CMH - RAP

CMHRAP

Columbus

Sat 12/21

6:25 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Rapid City

Sun 12/29

6:05 am-1:17 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$519

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Rapid City

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Rapid City

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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 November 15, 2024.

Booking 70 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 $570). 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 November 20, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Rapid City in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% 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 November 20, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $258 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $268 and $519 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 34% 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 $570). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$257Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$263Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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