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Cheapest round-trip
$281
Typical prices: $339-$567
American Airlines
Sat 11/24Sat 12/1
AUS - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$297
Typical prices: $285-$371
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/22
AUS - RAP • 3 stops
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 $345 (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

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 7:08 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
7h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:30 amRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$315United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
5:51 pm - 9:34 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
4h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:19 pm - 8:43 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
6h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$329American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:21 pm - 2:06 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
18h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:06 pm - 12:13 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
23h 07m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$329Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:17 pm - 2:06 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
25h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:06 pm - 12:13 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
23h 07m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$340Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
United Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 8:43 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
6h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:08 amRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$349United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Delta Logo
3:30 pm - 10:30 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
8h 00m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
2:23 pm - 9:17 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 54m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$360Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
United Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 8:43 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
6h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:39 pm - 6:55 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$369United Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:21 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
6h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:04 pm - 10:43 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
4h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$374American Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:54 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
4h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:04 pm - 10:43 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
4h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$374American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
Delta Logo
1:20 pm - 10:30 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-RAP Rapid City
10h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
2:23 pm - 9:17 pmRAP  Rapid City-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 54m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$639Delta
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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 $281. 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 $281 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

$281
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.
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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.

  • 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 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 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.

  • 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 $315 to $2,262. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $313, which is 8% below 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 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) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 7% 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 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 38m 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.

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).

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