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$206+ Cheap flights from Phoenix 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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — RAP
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix to Rapid City are usually found in March or September, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) 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 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$207
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$206
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$512
From Phoenix to Rapid City
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Cheapest flights from Phoenix to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/159:19 amPHX - RAP
1 stop11h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1810:12 pmRAP - PHX
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$207
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/54:40 pmPHX - RAP
1 stop4h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/175:25 amRAP - PHX
1 stop4h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 5/32:07 pmPHX - RAP
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Sun 5/44:19 pmRAP - PHX
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/17$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 8/2012:52 amPHX - RAP
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/2412:47 pmRAP - PHX
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$320

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

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Phoenix

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Rapid City

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PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/15

9:19 am-9:22 pm

1 stop11h 03m

Rapid City

Sun 5/18

10:12 pm-8:13 am

1 stop11h 01m

$207

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 5/5

4:40 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Rapid City

Sat 5/17

5:25 am-8:46 am

1 stop4h 21m

$254

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/3

2:07 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Rapid City

Sun 5/4

4:19 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$259

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 8/20

12:52 am-10:17 am

1 stop8h 25m

Rapid City

Sun 8/24

12:47 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$320

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 5/4

12:45 am-11:19 am

1 stop9h 34m

$206

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 6/22

6:35 am-3:52 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$240

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 6/29

4:28 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$246

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Deals found on 4/17

Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Rapid City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Phoenix to Rapid City

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

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

Booking 60 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Rapid City?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix 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 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Phoenix to Rapid City in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Phoenix to Rapid City have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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
8,667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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
7,917 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix?

    Most people fly into Rapid City (RAP) if they book a flight to Rapid City from Phoenix. On average, Rapid City has 0 inbound flights from Phoenix per day from 3 airlines. Rapid City is conveniently located just 9.0 mi from Rapid City’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Phoenix to Rapid City is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $254 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $259 and $320 round-trip. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Phoenix to Rapid City are American Airlines ($206), Delta ($240), and United Airlines ($246).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$124Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$330Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$367Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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