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Cheapest round-trip
$248
Typical prices: $338-$481
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/10Sun 9/16
RAP - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$146
Typical prices: $238-$347
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/30
RAP - LAX • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rapid City and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 20% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $338 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to Los Angeles (RAP-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to Los Angeles

Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16
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12:36 pm - 3:01 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
27h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:30 am - 2:44 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
26h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$248Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16
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12:36 pm - 7:47 amRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
20h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:20 pm - 2:44 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
20h 24m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$253Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16
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12:36 pm - 7:47 amRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
20h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:30 am - 2:44 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
26h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$262Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 16
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3:34 pm - 7:47 amRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
17h 13m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:20 pm - 2:44 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
20h 24m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$280Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Fri, Nov 27
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5:00 am - 11:29 amRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
7h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:29 pm - 8:43 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
5h 14m1 stop Denver Intl
$329United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:05 am - 1:17 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
7h 12m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:45 pm - 7:19 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
5h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$329United Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12
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12:47 pm - 6:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
7h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:30 am - 12:06 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
4h 36m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$329American Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
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4:56 pm - 10:51 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
6h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:30 am - 9:47 amLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
8h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$329American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14
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11:17 am - 3:03 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
4h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 12:26 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
6h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$329United Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
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4:56 pm - 10:51 pmRAP  Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles
6h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:30 am - 12:06 pmLAX  Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City
4h 36m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$419American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Rapid City to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Rapid City to Los Angeles with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rapid City to Los Angeles?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rapid City to Los Angeles, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% 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 Los Angeles?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Rapid City to Los Angeles at $309 round-trip.
  • March ($583) and October ($447) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 88% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Rapid City to Los Angeles flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$146
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Rapid City to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Rapid City to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Rapid City to Los Angeles usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 86% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 4% 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 Los Angeles?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Rapid City to Los Angeles route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $338 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $512, a difference of $174. 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 popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Rapid City to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Rapid City to Los Angeles takes 0h 00m, covering 1,076 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Rapid City to Los Angeles?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Rapid City to Los Angeles:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    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 Los Angeles 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 $248 to $1,860. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Rapid City to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Rapid City to Los Angeles are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $297.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 48m, compared with 5h 32m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 21m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between Rapid City and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Rapid City (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Rapid City to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Los Angeles range from $338 to $481, with an average of $388 over the past 12 months. Anything below $338 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Rapid City to Los Angeles 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $338 - about $174 less than Sunday (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rapid City to Los Angeles trip for January. Fares historically average $309 round-trip in that month - typically $274 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

Everything you need to know for your flight from Rapid City to Los Angeles

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Rapid City (RAP)
Los Angeles (LAX)