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$255+ Cheap flights from Milwaukee to Rapid City (MKE - 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 6/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKE — RAP
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Milwaukee to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Milwaukee (MKE) 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 March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$255
(United)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$381
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Cheapest flights from Milwaukee to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Milwaukee to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 4/113:11 pmMKE - RAP
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/155:15 amRAP - MKE
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 8/81:17 pmMKE - RAP
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/124:42 pmRAP - MKE
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 7/64:59 pmMKE - RAP
2 stops6h 42mDelta
Fri 7/112:20 pmRAP - MKE
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Deal found 3/27$614
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/11:24 pmMKE - RAP
3 stops30h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/44:18 pmRAP - MKE
3 stops46h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$934

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Milwaukee 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to Rapid City that are best for you.

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Milwaukee

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Rapid City

Route

Depart

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Price

MilwaukeeRapid City

MKE - RAP

MKERAP

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 4/11

3:11 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Rapid City

Tue 4/15

5:15 am-2:12 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$259

MilwaukeeRapid City

MKE - RAP

MKERAP

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 8/8

1:17 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Rapid City

Tue 8/12

4:42 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$274

MilwaukeeRapid City

MKE - RAP

MKERAP

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 7/6

4:59 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops6h 42m

Rapid City

Fri 7/11

2:20 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$614

MilwaukeeRapid City

MKE - RAP

MKERAP

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 6/14

4:00 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$255

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Deals found on 3/27

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Milwaukee to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $562). 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 MKE to RAP?

Find hourly flight availability from Milwaukee 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 March 28, 2025.

When flying from Milwaukee to Rapid City, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 March 28, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,897 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,603 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,897 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Rapid City round-trip?

    Currently priced at $259, United Airlines will fly you from Milwaukee to Rapid City and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $274 and $614, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Milwaukee to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $562). 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 Milwaukee to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Milwaukee 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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