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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $519-$667
United Airlines
Sat 11/3Sat 11/10
RAP - BUF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$339
Typical prices: $305-$388
United Airlines
Sat 11/3
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)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to Buffalo

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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12:39 pm - 10:33 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:30 am - 10:31 amBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
6h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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12:39 pm - 10:33 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:50 am - 3:19 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
8h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
$359United Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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5:00 am - 5:02 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
10h 02m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:30 am - 10:31 amBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
6h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$364United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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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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6:30 am - 3:19 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
10h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$364United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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5:00 am - 5:02 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
10h 02m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:30 am - 12:48 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
8h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$369United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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1:37 pm - 8:47 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 10:15 amBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$429United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:00 am - 5:27 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
9h 27m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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7:00 am - 12:21 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
7h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$434American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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12:30 pm - 11:50 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
9h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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1:48 pm - 8:52 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
9h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$439United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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12:30 pm - 10:43 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
8h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:50 am - 12:48 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
5h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$469United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Sat, Nov 28
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6:00 am - 3:52 pmRAP  Rapid City-BUF Buffalo
7h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:44 am - 9:34 pmBUF  Buffalo-RAP Rapid City
16h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$876American Airlines
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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 $359, on United Airlines.

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Key details for Rapid City to Buffalo flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$339
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Rapid City to Buffalo

When to book flights from Rapid City to Buffalo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Rapid City to Buffalo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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 showed a wide range, from about $359 to $1,109. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rapid City to Buffalo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $395, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

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

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