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There are several choices when it comes to finding airports near Mt. Rushmore. Our Airports Nearby Guide can help you determine which airport is closest to your destination.

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Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
The is the nearest airport to Mt. Rushmore. Flying into Rapid City Regional Airport makes easy to get to Mt. Rushmore by car. While Mt. Rushmore is only 33 miles away from the airport terminal, it should take you about an hour before you reach your destination.

Natrona County International Airport (CPR)
While Natrona County International is further away, it might be easier fly into than Rapid City Regional Airport because it serves more commercial planes. Your drive by car will be scenic, but it will take about 4 hours to get to Mt. Rushmore.

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Melisse HinkleA New England native but explorer at heart, Melisse has traveled throughout North America, biked through rice paddies in Bali, seen the Northern Lights in Iceland, walked alongside llamas in Machu Picchu and made her way around Europe while studying abroad in London. She is the Head of Content and Social Media for North America at Cheapflights.

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