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$111+ 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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — RAP
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Phoenix to Rapid City are usually found in February or September, booked 36 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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$443
(Delta)

One-way from

$111
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$431
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 February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 2/2712:59 amPHX - RAP
2 stops32h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/25:36 pmRAP - PHX
1 stop18h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$402
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/292:07 pmPHX - RAP
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Tue 5/66:00 amRAP - PHX
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 2/20$443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 6/96:00 amPHX - RAP
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/134:30 pmRAP - PHX
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$444
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/2910:16 amPHX - RAP
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/612:28 pmRAP - PHX
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$448

Find flights from Phoenix to Rapid City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 February 20, 2025.

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PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/29

2:07 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Rapid City

Tue 5/6

6:00 am-12:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$443

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 6/9

6:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Rapid City

Fri 6/13

4:30 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$444

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/29

10:16 am-8:37 pm

2 stops9h 21m

Rapid City

Tue 5/6

12:28 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$448

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/5

8:02 pm-9:19 pm

2 stops25h 17m

Rapid City

Sat 3/8

9:33 am-4:16 pm

2 stops30h 43m

$499

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/6

3:38 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$111

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 4/3

6:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$222

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 4/3

6:00 am-4:59 pm

2 stops9h 59m

$227

PhoenixRapid City

PHX - RAP

PHXRAP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 6/28

12:50 am-10:16 am

1 stop8h 26m

$300

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Deals found on 2/20

Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Rapid City

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Travel insights for flights from Phoenix to Rapid City

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Phoenix to Rapid City including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 February 14, 2025.

Booking 36 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 $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 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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,766 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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 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 Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $443 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $444 and $448 round-trip. These flights start at 22% 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 Delta ($222), United Airlines ($227), and American Airlines ($300).

  • 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 $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 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$108Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$367Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$414Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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