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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $406-$597
American Airlines
Mon 10/29Sat 11/3
RDU - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$245
Typical prices: $288-$370
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/23
RDU - RAP • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
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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January
Cheapest • 45% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $473 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 5h 46m (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

Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 9:56 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
9h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:11 am - 3:56 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 9:39 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
9h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:24 am - 9:14 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 14
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:12 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
7h 12m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:00 pm - 11:53 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$359Delta
Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Nov 12
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:45 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
6h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:36 pm - 11:48 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 12m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$359Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 13
Delta Logo
6:59 pm - 10:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
5h 31m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:36 pm - 11:48 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 12m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$359Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
4:56 pm - 9:39 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
6h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:51 pm - 9:14 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 10:31 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
6h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 5:09 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 09m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$364United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
6:21 am - 4:25 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
12h 04m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:24 am - 6:29 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$364American Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Fri, Nov 13
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:17 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
5h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 5:41 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 41m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$426United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 10:15 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
6h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:37 pm - 9:46 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$447United 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 from Raleigh to Rapid City with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Rapid City start at $359. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $406 to $597. 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?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Rapid City, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 25% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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 ($651) 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.

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Key details for Raleigh to Rapid City flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$245
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Raleigh to Rapid City?

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

  • 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) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Raleigh to Rapid City route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $450 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $609, a difference of $159. 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 Raleigh to Rapid City?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Rapid City takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $2,489. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 $360, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 46m, compared with 5h 47m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 6h 14m 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.

  • 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 Raleigh to Rapid City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Rapid City range from $406 to $597, with an average of $485 over the past 12 months. Anything below $406 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $450 - about $159 less than Tuesday (26% 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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