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Cheapest round-trip
$369
Typical prices: $359-$453
United Airlines
Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
ABQ - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$284
Typical prices: $273-$365
American Airlines
Tue 1/9
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 • 26% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $418 (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

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:30 am - 11:55 amABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:41 pm - 8:49 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$369United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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4:45 pm - 10:30 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
5h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:05 am - 12:37 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
$369United Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 29
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4:15 pm - 10:30 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
6h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:35 pm - 1:25 amRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
3h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$432United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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12:41 pm - 9:38 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
8h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 12:38 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
$439United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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7:00 am - 11:36 amABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
4h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:40 pm - 8:51 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$439United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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7:30 am - 7:01 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
11h 31m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
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4:35 pm - 8:51 pmRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$444United Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 29
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6:00 am - 9:27 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RAP Rapid City
15h 27m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:19 pm - 2:00 amRAP  Rapid City-ABQ Albuquerque
12h 41m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$1,303American Airlines
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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 typically range from $359 to $453. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $369, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Rapid City. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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Key details for Albuquerque to Rapid City flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$284
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City.

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

    A nonstop flight from Albuquerque to Rapid City takes 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 $359 to $453, with an average of $430 over the past 12 months. Anything below $359 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 $369 to $1,303. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $338, which is 19% 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 $35 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

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Albuquerque to Rapid City. 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 18m, 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 are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $344, about $119 less than Monday fares (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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