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Cheapest round-trip
$459
Typical prices: $444-$715
United Airlines
Tue 1/30Sat 2/3
RAP - LEX • 1 stop
When to travel
August
Cheapest • 29% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $409 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 5h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to Lexington (RAP-LEX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to Lexington

Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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6:00 am - 1:15 pmRAP  Rapid City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:04 pm - 9:38 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RAP Rapid City
5h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$459United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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2:40 pm - 10:15 pmRAP  Rapid City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
5h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:40 am - 7:01 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RAP Rapid City
12h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$464United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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5:00 am - 5:20 pmRAP  Rapid City-LEX Lexington Blue Grass
10h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:50 am - 7:01 pmLEX  Lexington Blue Grass-RAP Rapid City
10h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$469United Airlines
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How much is a round-trip flight from Rapid City to Lexington?

Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Lexington typically range from $444 to $715. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $459, on United Airlines.

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Key details for Rapid City to Lexington flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$459
Beat the crowds with an average 75% drop in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Rapid City to Lexington

When to book flights from Rapid City to Lexington

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Your Rapid City to Lexington 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 Lexington?

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

  • How long is a flight from Rapid City to Lexington?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Rapid City to Lexington. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 11m and 7h 07m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Lexington changed much recently?

    Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route were fairly steady, ranging from about $459 to $469. The highest observed fare was only about 2% higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX)?

    Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Flights from Rapid City to Lexington usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at Lexington Blue Grass (LEX).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Rapid City to Lexington. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $408 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $764, a difference of $356.

    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 Lexington?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 11m, compared with 6h via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 07m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    Lexington 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 Lexington flights

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  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $408, about $356 less than Tuesday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rapid City to Lexington trip for August. Fares historically average $408 round-trip in that month - typically $356 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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