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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $348-$450
United Airlines
Mon 10/8Sat 10/13
ABQ - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$300
Typical prices: $273-$365
Delta
Tue 9/25
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, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
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4:45 pm - 8:52 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
4h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 9:37 amRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$319United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
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7:00 am - 11:55 amABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
4h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:41 pm - 10:43 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$358United Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 12
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1:39 pm - 5:52 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
4h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:48 pm - 10:43 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$375United Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8
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6:05 pm - 10:28 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
4h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:48 pm - 10:43 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$379United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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10:53 am - 5:03 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
6h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:50 pm - 5:17 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
$399United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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12:00 pm - 10:08 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
10h 08m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
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5:48 pm - 9:45 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
$404United Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 10
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8:19 am - 4:34 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
8h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:45 am - 6:51 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 06m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$435American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8
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6:15 am - 12:08 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
5h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:28 am - 9:05 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
14h 37m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$648American Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 10
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8:30 am - 3:30 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
7h 00m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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2:31 pm - 10:33 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 02m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
$658Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
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12:37 pm - 10:37 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
10h 00m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
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2:23 pm - 10:39 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 16m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
$739Delta
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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 $319. 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 $319 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

$300
Flight from Albuquerque to Rapid City

When to book flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albuquerque to Rapid City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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.

  • 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).

  • 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

  • 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 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.

  • 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 $319 to $2,136. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 $403, which is 42% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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).

  • 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

  • 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.

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).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Albuquerque to Rapid City

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Albuquerque (ABQ)
Rapid City (RAP)