HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Rapid City

$268+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Rapid City (RDU - RAP)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — RAP
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Raleigh to Rapid City with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Rapid City are usually found in January or February, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$268
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$603
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Rapid City flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Raleigh-Durham-Rapid City flights.
Search Deals
From Raleigh-Durham to Rapid City
Search Deals
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Search Deals
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Rapid City

Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/226:53 pmRDU - RAP
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Thu 12/264:16 pmRAP - RDU
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/18$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sun 12/226:00 amRDU - RAP
2 stops11h 58mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/265:23 amRAP - RDU
2 stops11h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$672
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/214:15 pmRDU - RAP
3 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/233:10 pmRAP - RDU
3 stops29h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,385

Find flights from Raleigh to Rapid City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 18, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighRapid City

RDU - RAP

RDURAP

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/14

6:59 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Rapid City

Mon 1/20

4:19 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$268

RaleighRapid City

RDU - RAP

RDURAP

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/17

7:56 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 34m

Rapid City

Sat 5/24

12:50 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$378

RaleighRapid City

RDU - RAP

RDURAP

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/14

6:10 am-12:41 pm

2 stops8h 31m

Rapid City

Mon 1/20

5:20 am-5:12 pm

2 stops9h 52m

$420

RaleighRapid City

RDU - RAP

RDURAP

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 12/23

6:53 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$437

RaleighRapid City

RDU - RAP

RDURAP

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 12/23

6:15 am-10:15 pm

3 stops18h 00m

$899

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/17

Compare providers for flights from Raleigh to Rapid City

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Rapid City in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Raleigh-Rapid City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Rapid City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Rapid City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Rapid City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rapid City from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Rapid City

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Rapid City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Raleigh to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $572). 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 RDU to RAP?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 18, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Raleigh to Rapid City in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 18, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
8,604 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
9,055 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Rapid City round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Raleigh to Rapid City round-trip from $268. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $378, and United Airlines, from $420. Delta is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from Raleigh to Rapid City in May is currently the most expensive (average of $572). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 3 airlines flying from Raleigh to Rapid City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$268Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$275Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.