RAP - ORD

$150 Find Cheap Flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Airport - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$321
Typical prices: $289-$458
American Airlines
Wed 12/12Sat 12/15
RAP - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$339
Typical prices: $289-$467
United Airlines
Wed 12/12Sat 12/15
RAP - ORD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 33m
Direct flights
+1
Direct flights
+1
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 20% price drop
June
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $342 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 37m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Expert advice
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Rapid City to O'Hare Intl (RAP-ORD)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to O'Hare Intl

Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 11:04 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 9:32 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
7h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
11:06 am - 4:43 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 37m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 10:38 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
5h 18m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$321Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
6:42 am - 2:53 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 11m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
5:33 pm - 10:46 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
6h 13m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$321Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
4:36 pm - 9:35 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 59m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 3:53 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
9h 48m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
$326Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:34 amRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 34mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 9:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
2h 52mnonstop
$339United Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:39 amRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 39mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 9:38 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
2h 53mnonstop
$339United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:34 amRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 34mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 9:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
2h 52mnonstop
$339United Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Jan 30
American Airlines Logo
1:07 pm - 7:54 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 8:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
9h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$340American Airlines
Fri, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 26
American Airlines Logo
11:53 am - 3:20 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 27mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 11:23 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
2h 38mnonstop
$359American Airlines
Fri, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 26
American Airlines Logo
4:54 pm - 11:44 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 11:23 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
2h 38mnonstop
$369American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $289 to $458. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $321, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 54% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $274 round-trip.
•January ($536) and October ($455) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 95% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Find deals
Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Rapid City to O'Hare Intl

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Read more
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Read more

Key details for Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$150
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 57% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Rapid City to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Rapid City to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:33 am
    • Latest: departs at 1:32 pm and lands at 4:05 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 33m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 2h 33m, covering 777 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $289 to $458, with an average of $343 over the past 12 months. Anything below $289 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $343 round-trip and layover options via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) at $342.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $321 to $2,803. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $315, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $64 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $299 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $529, a difference of $230.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Rapid City and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 12m, compared with 5h 37m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 18m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Rapid City and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Rapid City (Central Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $299, about $230 less than Monday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $274 round-trip in that month - typically $262 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $342 round-trip on this route - about $1 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Rapid City Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

See more direct flights

Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Rapid City

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

See more direct flights

More options for your flight from Rapid City to O'Hare Intl

Complete your trip to Chicago with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Chicago
Hotels in Chicago
Vacations in Chicago