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Cheapest round-trip
$261
Typical prices: $339-$567
American Airlines
Tue 1/9Tue 1/16
AUS - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$165
Typical prices: $285-$371
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/14
AUS - RAP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Austin and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 30% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $330 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 5h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Austin to Rapid City (AUS-RAP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Austin to Rapid City

Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:29 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
7h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:17 am - 1:18 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
6h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$261American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 8:43 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
6h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 4:58 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$261United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
United Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 10:08 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
7h 08m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:48 pm - 11:38 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
4h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$266United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 8:43 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
7h 19m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 4:58 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$266United Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Sat, Jan 30
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 11:12 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
5h 42m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:55 am - 1:09 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 14m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$295Delta
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 11:12 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
5h 42m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:00 pm - 10:57 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 57m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$329Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:54 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
5h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:04 pm - 11:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$329American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:54 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
5h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:04 pm - 11:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$329American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 1:45 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
25h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:35 pm - 9:27 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
26h 52m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$373Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 1:45 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
25h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 8:27 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
25h 52m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$374Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Austin to Rapid City flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Austin to Rapid City with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Austin to Rapid City start at $261. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $339 to $567. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $261 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Rapid City, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Rapid City?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Rapid City at $294 round-trip.
  • September ($544) and July ($492) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Austin to Rapid City flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$165
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
Flight from Austin to Rapid City

When to book flights from Austin to Rapid City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Austin 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 Austin 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 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) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 6% 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 Austin to Rapid City?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Austin to Rapid City route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $368 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $544, a difference of $176. 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 0h 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 are flight prices from Austin to Rapid City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Austin to Rapid City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $252, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 5h 05m, compared with 5h 10m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 5h 27m 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 $36 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 $339 to $567, with an average of $421 over the past 12 months. Anything below $339 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Austin 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 Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $368 - about $176 less than Monday (32% 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 $250 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Austin (AUS)
Rapid City (RAP)