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$153+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City (LAX - 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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — RAP
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sat 12/7
Sat 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Los Angeles to Rapid City are usually found in December or August, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 December 2, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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May

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December

Average price

$155

Round-trip from

$153
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Thu 12/55:30 amLAX - RAP
1 stop14h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/72:45 pmRAP - LAX
Nonstop3h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$280
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 12/309:00 pmLAX - RAP
2 stops23h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/66:00 pmRAP - LAX
2 stops19h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$468
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Thu 12/269:50 amLAX - RAP
2 stops9h 59mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/25:23 amRAP - LAX
2 stops10h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$764

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Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Fri 5/30

3:24 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

Rapid City

Fri 6/6

7:44 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

$153

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Sun 1/5

10:44 am-9:10 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Rapid City

Sun 1/12

10:08 pm-3:32 pm

2 stops18h 24m

$254

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Wed 1/15

7:20 pm-3:37 pm

2 stops19h 17m

Rapid City

Wed 1/22

6:00 am-4:46 pm

2 stops11h 46m

$355

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Wed 1/15

7:04 am-4:57 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Rapid City

Wed 1/22

1:25 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$467

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Sat 1/4

1:35 am-11:36 am

1 stop9h 01m

Rapid City

Sun 1/12

5:24 am-2:05 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$617

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Sun 12/8

5:30 am-9:20 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$185

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Tue 12/31

5:00 am-2:49 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$274

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Mon 12/30

1:35 am-11:36 am

1 stop9h 01m

$409

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Los Angeles-Rapid City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Rapid City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Rapid City 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 Los Angeles-Rapid City 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 Los Angeles to Rapid City

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on November 22, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City is 26 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Los Angeles to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $572). 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 LAX to RAP?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 December 2, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Rapid City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 76% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on November 24, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Rapid City flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 2, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
841 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Rapid City flight route?

    Within the past month, 2 users have taken a look at flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City.

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

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($153), Delta ($355), and United Airlines ($467) offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Rapid City. Allegiant Air is priced at 59% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City?

    On average you can expect to pay $79 for a flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City. The cheapest flight overall is $58 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Rapid City) is currently priced at $169.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Rapid City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Los Angeles to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $572). 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 4 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Rapid City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$97Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$285Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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