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Cheapest round-trip
$310
Typical prices: $289-$433
United Airlines
Tue 12/11Wed 12/12
RAP - ORD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$142
Typical prices: $205-$299
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/13
RAP - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 32m
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 18% price drop
June
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Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $228 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 5h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to O'Hare Intl (RAP-ORD)

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

Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:34 amRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 34mnonstop
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7:50 pm - 9:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
2h 52mnonstop
$310United Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, May 5
American Airlines Logo
1:08 pm - 9:12 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 11:23 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
2h 38mnonstop
$311American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 5:03 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 33mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 7:19 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
6h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
$311United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 11:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 10:31 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
2h 51mnonstop
$311United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:34 amRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 34mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 1:03 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
5h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
$320United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 11:48 amRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 03m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:23 am - 10:23 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
5h 00m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$321Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 2:55 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 10m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:23 am - 10:23 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
5h 00m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$321Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
10:24 am - 6:35 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:39 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
8h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 2:55 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 10m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:23 am - 10:23 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
5h 00m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$321Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
American Airlines Logo
6:11 am - 4:00 pmRAP  Rapid City-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:52 pm - 9:27 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-RAP Rapid City
6h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
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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 from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 start at $310. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $289 to $433. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $310 on United Airlines.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 24% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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 September ($395) 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.

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

 
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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.

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

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$142
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flight from Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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:

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

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

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

    2 airlines operate flights between Rapid City and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • 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 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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $228 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $343 for nonstop.

  • 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.

  • 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) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $303 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $417, a difference of $114. 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 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%.

  • 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 River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • 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 8:32 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:07 pm and lands at 8:39 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 32m.

  • 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 32m, 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.

  • 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 $310 to $1,590. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $210, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 04m, compared with 5h 33m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 5h 51m 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 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 starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Ace

  • 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 $433, with an average of $334 over the past 12 months. Anything below $289 counts as a good deal.

  • 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.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $303 - about $114 less than Sunday (27% 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $228 round-trip on this route - about $114 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

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Rapid City

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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