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Cheapest round-trip
$253
Typical prices: $375-$567
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/3Mon 12/10
LAX - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$104
Typical prices: $257-$378
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/24
LAX - RAP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $345 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City (LAX-RAP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Rapid City

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:31 pm - 8:58 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
7h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:48 pm - 7:19 amRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
10h 31m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$253Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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12:40 pm - 8:58 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
7h 18m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:07 am - 3:21 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
29h 14m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$273Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 24
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8:58 am - 9:27 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
11h 29m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:17 pm - 5:47 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
20h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$278Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:00 am - 3:53 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
8h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:42 am - 1:09 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
7h 27m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$369Delta
Thu, Dec 31 - Tue, Jan 5
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2:28 pm - 10:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
7h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 11:32 amRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
$379United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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12:34 pm - 9:32 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
7h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:11 am - 12:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
7h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$379American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:00 am - 3:53 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
6h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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2:40 pm - 8:30 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
6h 50m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$379Delta
Wed, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 27
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6:30 am - 3:46 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
8h 16m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:00 pm - 11:25 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
8h 25m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$379Delta
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 1
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7:00 am - 12:51 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
4h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:47 am - 3:09 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
6h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
$410United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:35 am - 8:23 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
12h 48m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:17 am - 12:29 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
7h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$412American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Rapid City flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Rapid City. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 30% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Rapid City at $359 round-trip.
•January ($709) and December ($653) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 97% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Los Angeles to Rapid City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$104
Beat the crowds with an average 82% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 98% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Rapid City takes about 00m, covering 1,076 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City range from $375 to $567, with an average of $456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $375 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Rapid City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the $456 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Rapid City are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $298.

  • 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 Los Angeles to Rapid City?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Rapid City (RAP).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 70% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Los Angeles to Rapid City. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $399 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $595, a difference of $196.

    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 Los Angeles to Rapid City?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 53m, compared with 5h 27m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 03m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Rapid City?

    Rapid City is 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What are some of the transportation options to get from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) to downtown Rapid City?

    Since there are no public transportation options to make this trip, one choice is to take a taxi which should take around 16min. There is also a more cost-effective shared shuttle service operated by Rapid Shuttle that will make the trip to the downtown area in about 16 minutes.

  • Does the Rapid City Regional Airport offer any rental car facilities at the airport?

    This airport offers rental car services for roughly six different major rental car companies, and every one of these companies has a customer service desk near the baggage claim area of the airport. All vehicles available for rent have a location in the parking lot adjacent to the terminal building, and each one of these rental car companies offers specific vehicles tailored to the sometimes difficult driving conditions encountered here in the wintertime.

  • Is it possible to utilize a rideshare service when departing Rapid City Regional Airport?

    There are three different major rideshare services that operate at this airport. Since this smaller regional airport does not offer a specific pick-up point, travelers can utilize any point at the curbside area outside of the baggage claim to pick up their ride.

  • Does the Los Angeles International Airport offer any comfortable places to wait for a flight to Rapid City?

    This large international airport features airline lounges from a number of airlines, including Delta Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines, that all offer a host of comfortable seating choices plus entertainment options, and a good assortment of food and beverage choices.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $399, about $196 less than Sunday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Rapid City trip for March. Fares historically average $359 round-trip in that month - typically $350 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • A stress -free way to get to the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) without driving in your own car is to ride on the FlyAway bus that makes the trip from Union Station in downtown Los Angeles to the airport in around 40 minutes.
  • Passengers who want to drive their own car to Los Angeles International Airport should be aware that you can pre-book your parking online to save money. Once you arrive at the airport, one of the most convenient options is valet parking that lets you drop your car right at the terminal building. Passengers looking to save some money might choose economy parking which offers the lowest daily rate and has a free shuttle service that runs every 7 to 10 minutes.
  • If you are a mother who is nursing and is making a trip from the Los Angeles International Airport, it is good to know that you will find a nursing room in every one of the terminal buildings at this airport. The nursing rooms provide comfortable seating, sinks, and electrical outlets for pumps.
  • Travelers that will be making a trip from Los Angeles International Airport with a pet or a service animal will find indoor pet relief areas in every one of the terminal buildings at the airport plus there are also three outdoor areas that sit just adjacent to the terminal buildings along the roadway outside the buildings.
  • For those travelers that want to find something to do before a flight at the Los Angeles International Airport, this airport offers an extensive and diverse art program that features works from both local and regional artists as well as a number of performing arts that you will find throughout the terminal buildings at the airport.

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