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$176+ Cheap flights from Mesa, AZ to Rapid City (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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — RAP
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Mesa to Rapid City are usually found in January or September, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Mesa to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mesa (MS9) 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 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$458
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$347
(United Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$792
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Cheapest flights from Mesa to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mesa to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/284:25 pmPHX - RAP
1 stop4h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/43:49 pmRAP - PHX
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$635
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/232:00 pmPHX - RAP
2 stops29h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2910:00 pmRAP - PHX
2 stops21h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$668
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/246:30 amPHX - RAP
2 stops11h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2812:29 pmRAP - PHX
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$747

Find flights from Mesa to Rapid City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Mesa to Rapid City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/9

5:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop5h 56m

Rapid City

Wed 4/16

12:26 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$458

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 2/13

7:15 am-3:33 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Rapid City

Sun 2/16

4:19 pm-12:28 am

1 stop8h 09m

$478

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 2/5

8:10 am-12:41 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Rapid City

Fri 2/7

6:10 pm-9:49 am

1 stop15h 39m

$482

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/31

11:56 am-4:45 pm

2 stops28h 49m

$176

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/31

7:19 pm-10:59 am

1 stop15h 40m

$268

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Deals found on 12/22

Best time to book a flight from Mesa to Rapid City

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Travel insights for flights from Mesa to Rapid City

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

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

The best time to book flights from Mesa to Rapid City is 36 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 Mesa to Rapid City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mesa to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Mesa to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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 MS9 to RAP?

Find hourly flight availability from Mesa 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 22, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Mesa to Rapid City as you normally would.

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 22, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
8,594 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
9,028 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
8,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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 Mesa 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 Mesa?

    Located just 9.0 mi from the city center, Rapid City is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Rapid City from Mesa. Booking flights from Mesa to Rapid City (RAP) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Mesa from 3 different airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mesa to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Mesa to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $594). 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 Mesa to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Mesa 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$108Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$367Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$413Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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