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Cheapest round-trip
$394
Typical prices: $519-$667
United Airlines
Mon 11/5Wed 11/7
RAP - BUF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rapid City and Buffalo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 9% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $379 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 5h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to Buffalo (RAP-BUF)

 

Cheap flights from Rapid City to Buffalo with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7
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12:39 pm - 10:33 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 10:31 amBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
6h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$394United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7
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12:39 pm - 10:33 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:53 pm - 8:43 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
8h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$399United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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1:30 pm - 8:36 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 10:31 amBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
6h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$429United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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1:30 pm - 8:36 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:53 pm - 10:30 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
10h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$434United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:11 am - 10:44 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
14h 33m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Philadelphia
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10:36 am - 9:27 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
12h 51m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth
$439American Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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12:50 pm - 10:53 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
8h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:00 am - 1:06 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
7h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
$469United Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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8:30 am - 8:52 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
10h 22m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 1:06 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
7h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
$474United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:11 am - 10:33 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
14h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth New York LaGuardia
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10:36 am - 9:27 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
12h 51m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth
$580American Airlines

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

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

Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Buffalo typically range from $519 to $667. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $394, on United Airlines.

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Key details for Rapid City to Buffalo flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$394
Beat the crowds with an average 88% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Rapid City to Buffalo

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Your Rapid City to Buffalo 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 Rapid City to Buffalo?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Rapid City to Buffalo takes 00m, covering 1,217 miles.

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

    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 Rapid City to Buffalo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Buffalo range from $519 to $667, with an average of $531 over the past 12 months. Anything below $519 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Rapid City to Buffalo changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $394 to $580. That means the highest observed fare was about 47% higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Buffalo Airport (BUF)?

    Buffalo Airport (BUF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Rapid City to Buffalo usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Rapid City to Buffalo. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $383 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $675, a difference of $292.

    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 Rapid City to Buffalo?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 14m, compared with 5h 43m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 6h 32m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

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

Your guide to booking Rapid City to Buffalo 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $383, about $292 less than Friday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rapid City to Buffalo trip for April. Fares historically average $484 round-trip in that month - typically $204 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Buffalo Airport.

    • Aloft Buffalo Airport
    • Comfort Inn and Suites Buffalo Airport
    • TownePlace Suites by Marriott Buffalo Airport

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