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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $443-$660
American Airlines
Wed 10/24Sun 10/28
BUF - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$329
Typical prices: $270-$390
United Airlines
Sun 9/23
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)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 5h 29m (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

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:21 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
7h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:51 pm - 10:49 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:15 amBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:37 pm - 8:49 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
5h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 12:26 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
5h 41m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 4:43 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
9h 43m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$344United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:25 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
11h 25m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:51 pm - 10:49 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$344American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
3:53 pm - 10:30 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
8h 37m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
2:37 pm - 11:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 22m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$349Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
10:46 am - 5:06 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
8h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 5:02 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
10h 02m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$363United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:25 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
12h 25m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:24 am - 11:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
11h 35m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
$426American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
American Airlines Logo
1:08 pm - 9:23 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
10h 15m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:07 pm - 5:08 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
21h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$427American Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 12
Delta Logo
7:25 pm - 10:18 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
4h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
10:42 am - 11:52 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
11h 10m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$489Delta
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
Delta Logo
7:25 pm - 10:18 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
4h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:48 am - 5:36 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
8h 48m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul New York LaGuardia
$634Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to Rapid City flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Rapid City start at $339. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $443 to $660. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339 on American Airlines.

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

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

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Key details for Buffalo to Rapid City flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$329
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 48% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • 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) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Buffalo to Rapid City route. 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 long is a flight from Buffalo to Rapid City?

    A nonstop flight from Buffalo to Rapid City takes 0h 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 $339 to $1,136. 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 $347, which is 7% 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 Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 29m, compared with 5h 45m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 45m 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 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 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.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $411 - about $295 less than Wednesday (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).

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Buffalo (BUF)
Rapid City (RAP)