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$248+ Cheap flights from St. Louis to Rapid City (STL - 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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — RAP
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sat 12/7
Sat 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to Rapid City are usually found in November or February, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 2, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$455

Round-trip from

$248
(Delta)
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Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 12/221:45 pmSTL - RAP
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/255:23 amRAP - STL
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/216:40 pmSTL - RAP
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Fri 1/34:16 pmRAP - STL
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/2$408
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/211:44 pmSTL - RAP
1 stop4h 33mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/18:27 amRAP - STL
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$439

Find flights from St. Louis to Rapid City within your budget

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St. LouisRapid City

STL - RAP

STLRAP

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 12/22

1:45 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Rapid City

Wed 12/25

5:23 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$248

St. LouisRapid City

STL - RAP

STLRAP

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 2/14

6:00 am-11:08 am

1 stop6h 08m

Rapid City

Mon 2/17

11:49 am-11:38 pm

2 stops10h 49m

$283

St. LouisRapid City

STL - RAP

STLRAP

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/2

4:43 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Rapid City

Sun 1/5

3:49 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$394

St. LouisRapid City

STL - RAP

STLRAP

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 12/20

7:04 am-11:36 am

1 stop5h 32m

$294

St. LouisRapid City

STL - RAP

STLRAP

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 12/21

4:43 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$303

St. LouisRapid City

STL - RAP

STLRAP

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 12/20

1:00 pm-11:10 am

3 stops23h 10m

$442

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Deals found on 12/1

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from St. Louis 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

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

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Travel insights for flights from St. Louis to Rapid City

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How far ahead should I book a flight from St. Louis to Rapid City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Rapid City. Price data was last updated on November 22, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from St. Louis to Rapid City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 28 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 St. Louis to Rapid City?

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

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 2, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from St. Louis to Rapid City in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking 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 2, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,698 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
9,141 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,698 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to Rapid City round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($248), American Airlines ($329), and United Airlines ($358) offers the cheapest pricing from St. Louis to Rapid City. Delta is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Rapid City?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Rapid City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Rapid City?

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

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Top 3 airlines flying from St. Louis to Rapid City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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