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).

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

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

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) - 77% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% 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 39% on flights from Buffalo to Rapid City. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $443 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $726, a difference of $283. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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.

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 $1,591. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $761, which is 102% above the typical average for this route.

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 6h 52m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 46m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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.

What car rental options are available at Rapid City Airport (RAP)?

Rapid City Airport (RAP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $112 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Hertz • Alamo • Thrifty • Movly

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 $626, with an average of $490 over the past 12 months. Anything below $443 counts as a good deal.

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 $626. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359, on United Airlines.

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

United Airlines ($359) and American Airlines ($369) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Rapid City according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Buffalo to Rapid City route. 77% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

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

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $430. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Buffalo to Rapid City layovers at 3h 30m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $443-$626

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October

Cheapest • 17% price drop

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Denver Intl (DEN)

Cheapest • Avg $430 (round-trip)

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)

Shortest trip • 5h 45m (one-way)

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Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

5:40 pm - 9:42 pmBUF Buffalo-RAP Rapid City

6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:35 pm - 10:57 pmRAP Rapid City-BUF Buffalo

6h 22m1 stop Denver Intl

$359United Airlines

Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 1

6:30 am - 10:31 amBUF Buffalo-RAP Rapid City

6h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:35 pm - 10:57 pmRAP Rapid City-BUF Buffalo

6h 22m1 stop Denver Intl

$359United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

5:40 pm - 9:42 pmBUF Buffalo-RAP Rapid City

6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 4:57 pmRAP Rapid City-BUF Buffalo

9h 57m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$364United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

7:00 am - 12:39 pmBUF Buffalo-RAP Rapid City

7h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:09 pm - 10:52 pmRAP Rapid City-BUF Buffalo

7h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$369American Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

6:10 am - 2:00 pmBUF Buffalo-RAP Rapid City

9h 50m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul

11:21 am - 12:04 amRAP Rapid City-BUF Buffalo

10h 43m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$369Delta

Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 1

12:20 pm - 10:52 pmBUF Buffalo-RAP Rapid City

12h 32m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul

10:44 am - 11:11 pmRAP Rapid City-BUF Buffalo

10h 27m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul New York LaGuardia

$380Delta

Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19

6:30 am - 10:31 amBUF Buffalo-RAP Rapid City

6h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:30 pm - 8:36 pmRAP Rapid City-BUF Buffalo

5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$429United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

7:00 am - 12:39 pmBUF Buffalo-RAP Rapid City

7h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:11 am - 6:00 pmRAP Rapid City-BUF Buffalo

9h 49m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$435American Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21

6:00 am - 1:43 pmBUF Buffalo-RAP Rapid City

9h 43m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul

11:29 am - 10:44 pmRAP Rapid City-BUF Buffalo

9h 15m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$484Delta

Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 1

6:44 am - 12:49 pmBUF Buffalo-RAP Rapid City

8h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:19 pm - 10:53 pmRAP Rapid City-BUF Buffalo

7h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$696American Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Rapid City departing in december.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Buffalo to Rapid City?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Buffalo to Rapid City.
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 $626, 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 $1,591. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $761, which is 102% 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 averaging $112 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Thrifty
• Movly
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) - 77% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% 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 39% on flights from Buffalo to Rapid City. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $443 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $726, a difference of $283.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
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 6h 52m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 46m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $443, about $283 less than Sunday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to Rapid City trip for October. Fares historically average $407 round-trip in that month - typically $725 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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