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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $348-$450
United Airlines
Mon 12/3Thu 12/6
ABQ - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$335
Typical prices: $273-$365
United Airlines
Thu 10/11
ABQ - RAP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Albuquerque and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 23% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $422 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 5h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City (ABQ-RAP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albuquerque to Rapid City

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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1:33 pm - 5:13 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
3h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 9:41 amRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 41m1 stop Denver Intl
$339United Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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5:30 am - 9:28 amABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
3h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:05 am - 12:37 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
$404United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 15
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4:45 pm - 8:52 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
4h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:17 am - 3:03 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$419United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sun, Oct 18
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6:02 pm - 10:30 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
4h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:17 am - 3:03 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$419United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17
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4:45 pm - 8:52 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
4h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:05 am - 12:37 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
$419United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 20
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4:45 pm - 8:52 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
4h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:53 pm - 10:43 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$419United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 18
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4:45 pm - 8:52 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
4h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:17 am - 3:03 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$419United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
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5:30 am - 11:55 amABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:05 am - 12:37 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
$419United Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 12:21 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
6h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:04 pm - 11:56 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$540American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 14
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5:45 am - 12:21 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
6h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:04 pm - 11:56 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$567American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Albuquerque to Rapid City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Albuquerque to Rapid City?

Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City start at $339. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $348 to $450. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Rapid City?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Rapid City, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Albuquerque to Rapid City flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$335
Flight from Albuquerque to Rapid City

When to book flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City

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Your Albuquerque to Rapid City flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Albuquerque to Rapid City?

    A nonstop flight from Albuquerque to Rapid City takes 0h 00m, covering 649 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Albuquerque to Rapid City?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Albuquerque to Rapid City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City range from $348 to $450, with an average of $409 over the past 12 months. Anything below $348 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Albuquerque to Rapid City changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $339 to $2,968. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Albuquerque to Rapid City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Albuquerque to Rapid City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $473, which is 67% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Rapid City Airport (RAP)?

    Rapid City Airport (RAP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $36 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Albuquerque to Rapid City?

    Flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City usually depart from Albuquerque (ABQ) and arrive at Rapid City (RAP).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 93% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Albuquerque to Rapid City route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $344 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $463, a difference of $119. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Albuquerque to Rapid City?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 23m, compared with 5h 20m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 6h 27m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

Your guide to booking Albuquerque to Rapid City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $344 - about $119 less than Monday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albuquerque to Rapid City trip for January. Fares historically average $317 round-trip in that month - typically $208 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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