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Cheapest round-trip
$379
Typical prices: $475-$672
United Airlines
Tue 12/4Fri 12/7
CLT - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$305
Typical prices: $330-$435
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/24
CLT - RAP • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Charlotte and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 62% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $342 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 5h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Rapid City (CLT-RAP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charlotte to Rapid City

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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8:34 am - 1:03 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RAP Rapid City
6h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:18 pm - 9:34 pmRAP  Rapid City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
7h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$379United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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8:15 am - 3:56 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RAP Rapid City
9h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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12:18 pm - 9:34 pmRAP  Rapid City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
7h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$384United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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4:20 pm - 8:43 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RAP Rapid City
6h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:12 am - 9:29 pmRAP  Rapid City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
8h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$414United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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3:05 pm - 10:29 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RAP Rapid City
9h 24m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl
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12:39 pm - 9:29 pmRAP  Rapid City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
6h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$426United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:36 am - 3:19 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RAP Rapid City
8h 43m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:30 pm - 8:54 pmRAP  Rapid City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
5h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$449United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:36 am - 3:19 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RAP Rapid City
8h 43m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:39 pm - 9:29 pmRAP  Rapid City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
6h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$449United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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3:30 pm - 10:30 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RAP Rapid City
9h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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1:30 pm - 8:54 pmRAP  Rapid City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
5h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$454United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
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11:45 am - 3:54 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RAP Rapid City
6h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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2:23 pm - 11:27 pmRAP  Rapid City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
7h 04m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$751Delta
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
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5:30 am - 1:43 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RAP Rapid City
10h 13m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
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2:23 pm - 11:27 pmRAP  Rapid City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
7h 04m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$756Delta
Wed, Dec 23 - Sun, Dec 27
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2:55 pm - 8:51 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-RAP Rapid City
7h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:12 pm - 11:55 pmRAP  Rapid City-CLT Charlotte Douglas
8h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$982American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Charlotte to Rapid City flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Charlotte to Rapid City typically range from $475 to $672. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $379, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charlotte to Rapid City. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to Rapid City?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to Rapid City at $222 round-trip.
•December ($787) and March ($757) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 254% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Charlotte to Rapid City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$305
Beat the crowds with an average 70% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 90% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Charlotte to Rapid City

When to book flights from Charlotte to Rapid City

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Your Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Rapid City?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Charlotte to Rapid City takes 00m, covering 1,319 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Charlotte to Rapid City range from $475 to $672, with an average of $582 over the past 12 months. Anything below $475 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Charlotte to Rapid City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $342 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $631 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Charlotte to Rapid City?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $55–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Charlotte to Rapid City?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Charlotte 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 $379 to $1,202. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Charlotte to Rapid City flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Charlotte to Rapid City route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Charlotte to Rapid City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $336, which is 18% 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 averaging $112 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Charlotte to Rapid City usually depart from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and arrive at Rapid City (RAP).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Charlotte to Rapid City. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $514 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $708, a difference of $194.

    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 Charlotte to Rapid City?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 36m, compared with 5h 49m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 59m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Charlotte to Rapid City flights?

    Among airlines operating Charlotte to Rapid City flights:

    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Charlotte to Rapid City flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Charlotte 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $514, about $194 less than Wednesday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charlotte to Rapid City trip for January. Fares historically average $222 round-trip in that month - typically $565 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $342 round-trip on this route - about $288 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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