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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $443-$660
American Airlines
Sat 11/3Fri 11/9
BUF - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$339
Typical prices: $270-$390
American Airlines
Mon 10/22
BUF - RAP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 10% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $544 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Rapid City (BUF-RAP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to Rapid City

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
7:14 am - 12:39 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
7h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 10:53 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:15 amBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:39 pm - 10:33 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$359United Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:15 amBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:51 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
11h 51m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$364United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:15 amBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 10:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
12h 29m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$364United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
7:14 am - 12:39 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
7h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 10:53 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$415American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
Delta Logo
2:10 pm - 10:30 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
10h 20m2 stops New York LaGuardia Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
11:28 am - 10:53 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
9h 25m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul New York LaGuardia
$439Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
11:26 am - 9:27 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
12h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 10:53 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$440American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 9:27 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
12h 22m2 stops New York LaGuardia Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 10:53 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$440American Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Nov 3
Delta Logo
3:53 pm - 10:30 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
8h 37m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
11:29 am - 10:38 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
9h 09m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$473Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
3:53 pm - 10:30 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
8h 37m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
11:29 am - 11:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
10h 30m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$473Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to Rapid City flights

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

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Rapid City typically range from $443 to $660. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to Rapid City. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 44% higher.

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Key details for Buffalo to Rapid City flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$339
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 5% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Buffalo to Rapid City

When to book flights from Buffalo to Rapid City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Buffalo 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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Rapid City?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Buffalo to Rapid City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Buffalo to Rapid City takes 00m, covering 1,217 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Rapid City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Rapid City range from $443 to $660, with an average of $490 over the past 12 months. Anything below $443 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo 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 $359 to $1,035. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Buffalo to Rapid City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Buffalo to Rapid City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $540, which is 67% 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 $36 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Flights from Buffalo to Rapid City usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Rapid City (RAP).

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

    One-stop flights from Buffalo to Rapid City most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Buffalo to Rapid City. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $411 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $706, a difference of $295.

    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 Buffalo to Rapid City?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 45m, compared with 7h 45m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 8h 01m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Buffalo and Rapid City?

    Rapid City is 2 hours behind Buffalo (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Buffalo 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $411, about $295 less than Wednesday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to Rapid City trip for April. Fares historically average $443 round-trip in that month - typically $283 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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