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

Flights from Austin to Rapid City usually depart from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and arrive at Rapid City (RAP).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Austin to Rapid City: • Economy Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from Austin to Rapid City most commonly connect through: • Denver Intl (DEN) - 72% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Austin to Rapid City. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $320 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $606, a difference of $286. 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 Austin to Rapid City?

A nonstop flight from Austin to Rapid City takes 00m, covering 1,000 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Austin 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 Austin 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 $281 to $1,718. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 55m, compared with 5h 14m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 5h 28m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

What is the time difference between Austin and Rapid City?

Rapid City is 1 hour behind Austin (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

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

Round-trip flights from Austin to Rapid City range from $349 to $562, with an average of $438 over the past 12 months. Anything below $349 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Austin to Rapid City typically range from $349 to $562. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $281, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Rapid City. It’s 27% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Austin to Rapid City?

United Airlines ($281) and American Airlines ($388) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Austin to Rapid City according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Austin to Rapid City?

Denver Intl (DEN) is the most popular layover for the Austin to Rapid City route. 72% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DEN.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Austin to Rapid City?

Flights via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $299. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Austin to Rapid City which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Austin to Rapid City layovers at 3h 04m over the past 3 months.

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Cheap Flights from Austin to Rapid City (AUS-RAP)

Cheap flights from Austin to Rapid City with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

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Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

4:30 pm - 8:43 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

5h 13m1 stop Denver Intl

5:00 am - 12:58 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

6h 58m1 stop Denver Intl

$281United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

4:30 pm - 8:43 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

5h 13m1 stop Denver Intl

7:00 am - 12:58 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

4h 58m1 stop Denver Intl

$281United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

7:00 am - 3:19 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

9h 19m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

7:00 am - 12:58 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

4h 58m1 stop Denver Intl

$286United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

4:17 pm - 10:30 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

7h 13m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

7:00 am - 12:58 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

4h 58m1 stop Denver Intl

$286United Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27

6:00 am - 9:54 amAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

4h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 2:20 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

7h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$388American Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27

6:25 pm - 10:30 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

5h 05m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

6:39 am - 6:10 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

10h 31m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$393Delta

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 24

12:18 pm - 10:30 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

11h 12m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul

11:29 am - 11:24 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

10h 55m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$398Delta

Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27

1:37 pm - 10:30 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

9h 53m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul

6:39 am - 8:28 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

12h 49m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$398Delta

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

5:51 pm - 9:34 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

4h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:19 pm - 9:33 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

7h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$406American Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

5:51 pm - 9:34 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

4h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 11:52 amRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

4h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$431American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12

3:30 pm - 10:30 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

8h 00m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

6:39 am - 1:05 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

5h 26m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$738Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12

12:05 pm - 10:30 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

11h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul

6:39 am - 1:05 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

5h 26m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$743Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12

6:02 am - 10:45 amAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

5h 43m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

11:29 am - 10:14 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

9h 45m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$841Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12

3:13 pm - 7:08 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

4h 55m1 stop Denver Intl

1:37 pm - 1:58 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

23h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$924United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12

12:50 pm - 5:06 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

5h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

1:37 pm - 4:24 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

25h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$924United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12

12:50 pm - 5:06 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

5h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

1:37 pm - 11:30 amRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

20h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$929United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12

12:15 pm - 8:52 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

9h 37m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

1:37 pm - 12:55 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

22h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$934United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12

12:50 pm - 5:06 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

5h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

1:37 pm - 4:24 pmRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

25h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$968United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12

12:50 pm - 5:06 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

5h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

1:37 pm - 11:30 amRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

20h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$973United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12

2:26 pm - 8:52 pmAUS Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City

7h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

1:37 pm - 11:30 amRAP Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom

20h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$978United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Austin to Rapid City? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Austin to Rapid City departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Rapid City?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Rapid City. It’s 27% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

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High season	July
Cheapest flight	$281

The most popular month to fly with an average 267% increase in travelers.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Austin to Rapid City?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Austin to Rapid City:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Austin to Rapid City?
A nonstop flight from Austin to Rapid City takes 00m, covering 1,000 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Austin 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 Austin to Rapid City flight?
Round-trip flights from Austin to Rapid City range from $349 to $562, with an average of $438 over the past 12 months. Anything below $349 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Austin 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 $281 to $1,718. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
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 Austin to Rapid City?
Flights from Austin to Rapid City usually depart from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and arrive at Rapid City (RAP).
Which airports do connecting flights from Austin to Rapid City pass through?
One-stop flights from Austin to Rapid City most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 72% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 6% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Austin to Rapid City?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Austin to Rapid City. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $320 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $606, a difference of $286.

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 Austin to Rapid City?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 55m, compared with 5h 14m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 5h 28m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).
What is the time difference between Austin and Rapid City?
Rapid City is 1 hour behind Austin (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $320, about $286 less than Monday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Austin to Rapid City trip for February. Fares historically average $294 round-trip in that month - typically $264 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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