MKE - RAP

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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $318-$434
United Airlines
Mon 1/29Sat 2/3
MKE - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$284
Typical prices: $251-$372
Delta
Thu 1/18
MKE - RAP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Milwaukee and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $418 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 4h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Rapid City (MKE-RAP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Rapid City

Fri, Jan 29 - Wed, Feb 3
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8:21 am - 1:06 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
5h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:50 pm - 9:13 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
$339United Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 24
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8:21 am - 1:06 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
5h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:40 pm - 9:13 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$339United Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Wed, Feb 3
American Airlines Logo
2:09 pm - 8:23 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
7h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:07 pm - 9:55 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Wed, Feb 3
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6:40 am - 12:37 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
6h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:07 pm - 10:36 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
8h 29m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
$344American Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
3:58 pm - 8:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 3:10 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$344United Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
3:51 pm - 10:34 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
7h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 8:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 09m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349United Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 24
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8:21 am - 1:06 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
5h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 2:00 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
8h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$354United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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2:35 pm - 8:43 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
7h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:30 pm - 6:58 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:47 am - 10:31 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:39 pm - 10:15 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
8h 36m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$374United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
11:38 am - 9:27 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
10h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:09 pm - 10:37 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
8h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Rapid City flights

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Rapid City typically range from $318 to $434. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Rapid City. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 51% higher.

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Key details for Milwaukee to Rapid City flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$284
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Milwaukee to Rapid City

When to book flights from Milwaukee to Rapid City

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Rapid City takes 00m, covering 762 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Rapid City range from $318 to $434, with an average of $378 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Milwaukee 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 $1,106. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Rapid City are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $347.

  • 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 Milwaukee to Rapid City?

    Flights from Milwaukee to Rapid City usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Rapid City (RAP).

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

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

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 66% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Milwaukee to Rapid City. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $338 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $572, a difference of $234.

    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 Milwaukee to Rapid City?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 28m, compared with 5h 29m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 35m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Rapid City is 1 hour behind Milwaukee (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Milwaukee 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $338, about $234 less than Sunday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Rapid City trip for January. Fares historically average $279 round-trip in that month - typically $283 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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