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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $403-$572
American Airlines
Mon 1/29Thu 2/1
RDU - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$179
Typical prices: $295-$376
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/1
RDU - RAP • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 43% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $449 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Rapid City (RDU-RAP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Rapid City

Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 1
American Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 8:23 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
9h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:17 am - 3:38 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 12:37 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
8h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:07 pm - 11:53 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Fri, Feb 19 - Fri, Feb 26
Delta Logo
11:35 am - 3:46 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
6h 11m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:00 pm - 11:53 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$359Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
6h 38m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:36 pm - 12:08 amRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 32m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$359Delta
Mon, Apr 19 - Tue, Apr 27
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:12 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
7h 12m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
11:30 am - 6:13 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 43m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$359Delta
Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 24
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 5:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
9h 33m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:56 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
$364United Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 1
American Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 8:23 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
12h 07m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:07 pm - 9:18 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$364American Airlines
Thu, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 17
United Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 9:45 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
10h 55m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:04 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$414United Airlines
Thu, Apr 29 - Mon, May 3
American Airlines Logo
7:13 am - 11:23 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
6h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 9:10 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$429American Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
4:03 pm - 10:34 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
8h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 9:40 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$469United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Rapid City?

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Rapid City typically range from $403 to $572. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Rapid City. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Rapid City at $268 round-trip.
•March ($663) and December ($643) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 147% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Raleigh to Rapid City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$179
Beat the crowds with an average 74% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 106% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Raleigh to Rapid City

When to book flights from Raleigh to Rapid City

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Rapid City takes 00m, covering 1,396 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Rapid City range from $403 to $572, with an average of $466 over the past 12 months. Anything below $403 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh 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 $1,179. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Rapid City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $323, which is 5% 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
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Rapid City usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Rapid City (RAP).

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

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

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% 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 Raleigh to Rapid City?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Raleigh to Rapid City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $403 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $523, a difference of $120.

    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 Raleigh to Rapid City?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 44m, compared with 5h 47m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 6h 18m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

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

Your guide to booking Raleigh 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $403, about $120 less than Tuesday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Rapid City trip for January. Fares historically average $268 round-trip in that month - typically $395 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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