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$147+ Cheap flights from Louisville to Rapid City (SDF - RAP)

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 7/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — RAP
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Louisville Intl to Rapid City are usually found in December or January, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$294
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$147
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$386
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 4/302:06 pmSDF - RAP
2 stops9h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/45:25 amRAP - SDF
1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Fri 5/912:41 pmSDF - RAP
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Fri 5/164:25 pmRAP - SDF
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/15$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 6/177:00 amSDF - RAP
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/3012:03 pmRAP - SDF
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$339
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 4/305:05 amSDF - RAP
3 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/45:40 pmRAP - SDF
2 stops26h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$498

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Louisville

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Rapid City

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LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Wed 4/30

2:06 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops9h 54m

Rapid City

Sun 5/4

5:25 am-2:27 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$294

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Fri 5/9

12:41 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Rapid City

Fri 5/16

4:25 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$324

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Tue 6/17

7:00 am-11:29 am

1 stop6h 29m

Rapid City

Mon 6/30

12:03 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$339

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Wed 4/30

5:05 am-4:50 pm

3 stops37h 45m

Rapid City

Sun 5/4

5:40 pm-10:17 pm

2 stops26h 37m

$498

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Fri 7/11

7:25 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop4h 31m

$147

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Sat 7/12

6:05 am-11:30 am

2 stops7h 25m

$152

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Sun 5/25

8:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$182

LouisvilleRapid City

SDF - RAP

SDFRAP

Louisville Intl

Fri 7/11

9:06 am-9:24 am

1 stop26h 18m

$212

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Deals found on 4/15

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Louisville to Rapid City in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Louisville-Rapid City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Louisville-Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Louisville-Rapid City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Louisville-Rapid City flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Louisville-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 Louisville to Rapid City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rapid City from Louisville with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisville to Rapid City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Louisville to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Louisville to Rapid City, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Louisville 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 SDF to RAP?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 15, 2025.

When flying from Louisville to Rapid City, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus 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 15, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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
7,918 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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
8,658 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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
7,918 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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 Louisville 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Louisville to Rapid City round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $294, was found to be the cheapest airline from Louisville to Rapid City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. United Airlines is 18% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $147 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $152 and United Airlines from $182 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Louisville 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 Louisville to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$238Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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