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$171+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh to Rapid City (PIT - 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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — RAP
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Pittsburgh to Rapid City are usually found in March or December, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Pittsburgh to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pittsburgh (PIT) 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 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(Delta)

One-way from

$171
(Mytrip)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$287
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Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pittsburgh to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/112:27 pmPIT - RAP
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Tue 4/84:16 pmRAP - PIT
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Deal found 3/3$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 5/32:10 pmPIT - RAP
2 stops8h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/101:34 pmRAP - PIT
2 stops8h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Sat 7/197:08 amPIT - RAP
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/2412:49 pmRAP - PIT
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$376
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Fri 5/93:00 pmPIT - RAP
2 stops20h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/237:55 pmRAP - PIT
3 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$538

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PittsburghRapid City

PIT - RAP

PITRAP

Pittsburgh

Tue 4/1

12:27 pm-3:36 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Rapid City

Tue 4/8

4:16 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$259

PittsburghRapid City

PIT - RAP

PITRAP

Pittsburgh

Sat 5/3

2:10 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops8h 21m

Rapid City

Sat 5/10

1:34 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops8h 24m

$288

PittsburghRapid City

PIT - RAP

PITRAP

Pittsburgh

Sat 7/19

7:08 am-2:08 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Rapid City

Thu 7/24

12:49 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$376

PittsburghRapid City

PIT - RAP

PITRAP

Pittsburgh

Fri 5/9

3:00 pm-9:08 am

2 stops20h 08m

Rapid City

Fri 5/23

7:55 pm-11:55 pm

3 stops26h 00m

$538

PittsburghRapid City

PIT - RAP

PITRAP

Pittsburgh

Thu 5/1

9:55 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$171

PittsburghRapid City

PIT - RAP

PITRAP

Pittsburgh

Fri 8/8

6:45 am-9:52 am

1 stop5h 07m

$240

PittsburghRapid City

PIT - RAP

PITRAP

Pittsburgh

Sat 5/31

5:56 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$310

PittsburghRapid City

PIT - RAP

PITRAP

Pittsburgh

Sat 5/31

11:30 am-8:53 pm

2 stops11h 23m

$345

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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 Pittsburgh-Rapid City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Pittsburgh-Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Pittsburgh-Rapid City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Pittsburgh-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 Pittsburgh-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 Pittsburgh to Rapid City

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Travel insights for flights from Pittsburgh to Rapid City

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Pittsburgh to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Pittsburgh to Rapid City, you should look to book at least 22 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 Pittsburgh to Rapid City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Pittsburgh to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $593). 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 PIT to RAP?

Find hourly flight availability from Pittsburgh 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 3, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 37% on flights from Pittsburgh to Rapid City by exploring options for tickets 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 March 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Pittsburgh to Rapid City, such as Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,070 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
8,070 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,070 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
8,679 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,070 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
8,070 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Rapid City round-trip?

    Delta, at $259, was found to be the cheapest airline from Pittsburgh to Rapid City.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Pittsburgh to Rapid City for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $240. Users have also found prices from $310 and $345 on United Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Pittsburgh to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $593). 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 Pittsburgh to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Pittsburgh 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$257Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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