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Cheapest round-trip
$349
Typical prices: $344-$497
Delta
Mon 11/26Sun 12/2
RAP - CMH • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Rapid City and Columbus Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $409 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to Columbus (RAP-CMH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to Columbus

Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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11:29 am - 6:20 pmRAP  Rapid City-CMH Columbus
4h 51m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:42 am - 3:53 pmCMH  Columbus-RAP Rapid City
6h 11m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$349Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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11:29 am - 6:20 pmRAP  Rapid City-CMH Columbus
4h 51m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:30 am - 2:00 pmCMH  Columbus-RAP Rapid City
9h 30m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
$354Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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1:30 pm - 8:33 pmRAP  Rapid City-CMH Columbus
5h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:15 am - 10:31 amCMH  Columbus-RAP Rapid City
7h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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11:28 am - 12:30 amRAP  Rapid City-CMH Columbus
11h 02m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:40 am - 10:23 amCMH  Columbus-RAP Rapid City
5h 43m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$404Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:00 am - 3:56 pmRAP  Rapid City-CMH Columbus
7h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:45 am - 12:39 pmCMH  Columbus-RAP Rapid City
6h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$414American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:50 am - 8:37 pmRAP  Rapid City-CMH Columbus
11h 47m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:12 pm - 10:46 pmCMH  Columbus-RAP Rapid City
5h 34m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$419Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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11:29 am - 8:37 pmRAP  Rapid City-CMH Columbus
7h 08m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 am - 2:00 pmCMH  Columbus-RAP Rapid City
9h 30m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
$444Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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2:35 pm - 10:30 pmRAP  Rapid City-CMH Columbus
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:35 am - 1:03 pmCMH  Columbus-RAP Rapid City
6h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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7:00 am - 2:36 pmRAP  Rapid City-CMH Columbus
5h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:15 pm - 9:42 pmCMH  Columbus-RAP Rapid City
7h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$459United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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5:00 am - 2:36 pmRAP  Rapid City-CMH Columbus
7h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:15 am - 11:33 amCMH  Columbus-RAP Rapid City
8h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$464United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rapid City to Columbus Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Columbus Airport typically range from $344 to $497. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349, on Delta.

Key details for Rapid City to Columbus Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$349
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 11% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Rapid City to Columbus Airport

When to book flights from Rapid City to Columbus

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Rapid City to Columbus 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 Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport?

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

  • How long is a flight from Rapid City to Columbus Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Rapid City to Columbus Airport takes 00m, covering 1,069 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Rapid City to Columbus 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 Columbus Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Columbus Airport range from $344 to $497, with an average of $413 over the past 12 months. Anything below $344 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Rapid City to Columbus 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 $349 to $1,703. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbus Airport (CMH)?

    Columbus Airport (CMH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Rapid City to Columbus Airport usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at Columbus (CMH).

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

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

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Rapid City to Columbus Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $383 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $725, a difference of $342.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Rapid City to Columbus Airport?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 24m, compared with 5h 50m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 16m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Rapid City and Columbus Airport?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Columbus Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Columbus Airport are Greater Columbus Convention Center, Ohio Stadium and Nationwide Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Columbus Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Rapid City to Columbus 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 Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $383, about $342 less than Saturday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rapid City to Columbus Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $318 round-trip in that month - typically $355 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Columbus Airport.

    • Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport
    • Hilton Garden Inn Columbus Airport
    • Hampton Inn Columbus-International Airport

More options for your flight from Rapid City to Columbus

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