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Cheapest round-trip
$439
Typical prices: $572-$616
United Airlines
Wed 10/24Sun 10/28
RAP - DAY • 1 stop
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There are currently no direct flights between Rapid City and Dayton. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $610 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to Dayton (RAP-DAY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to Dayton

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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12:30 pm - 10:46 pmRAP  Rapid City-DAY Dayton
8h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:30 am - 10:31 amDAY  Dayton-RAP Rapid City
7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$439United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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12:30 pm - 10:46 pmRAP  Rapid City-DAY Dayton
8h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:33 am - 8:43 pmDAY  Dayton-RAP Rapid City
11h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$444United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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12:30 pm - 11:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-DAY Dayton
9h 29m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:33 am - 5:09 pmDAY  Dayton-RAP Rapid City
7h 36m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$449United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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12:30 pm - 11:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-DAY Dayton
9h 29m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:33 am - 5:09 pmDAY  Dayton-RAP Rapid City
7h 36m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$474United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
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11:17 am - 11:58 pmRAP  Rapid City-DAY Dayton
10h 41m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 10:15 amDAY  Dayton-RAP Rapid City
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$596United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
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12:30 pm - 10:46 pmRAP  Rapid City-DAY Dayton
8h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 10:15 amDAY  Dayton-RAP Rapid City
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$624United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
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11:17 am - 11:58 pmRAP  Rapid City-DAY Dayton
10h 41m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:32 am - 9:28 amDAY  Dayton-RAP Rapid City
23h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$756United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19
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11:17 am - 11:58 pmRAP  Rapid City-DAY Dayton
10h 41m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:33 pm - 8:52 pmDAY  Dayton-RAP Rapid City
27h 19m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl
$786United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:45 am - 10:46 pmRAP  Rapid City-DAY Dayton
12h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:33 pm - 12:26 pmDAY  Dayton-RAP Rapid City
18h 53m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl
$792United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:45 am - 10:46 pmRAP  Rapid City-DAY Dayton
12h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 10:15 amDAY  Dayton-RAP Rapid City
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$831United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rapid City to Dayton flights

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

Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Dayton start at $439. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $572 to $616. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $439 on United Airlines.

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When to book flights from Rapid City to Dayton

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Your Rapid City to Dayton flight questions, answered

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

    Flights from Rapid City to Dayton usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at Dayton (DAY).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Rapid City to Dayton?

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% 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 Dayton?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 31% on the Rapid City to Dayton route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $610 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $877, a difference of $267. 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 long is a flight from Rapid City to Dayton?

    A nonstop flight from Rapid City to Dayton takes 0h 00m, covering 1,006 miles.

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

    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 Dayton 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 $439 to $1,917. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Rapid City to Dayton?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 50m, compared with 7h 30m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 11h 24m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Dayton 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 car rental options are available at Dayton Airport (DAY)?

    Dayton Airport (DAY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Avis

Your guide to booking Rapid City to Dayton flights

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  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $610 - about $267 less than Saturday (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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