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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $278-$428
Delta
Tue 10/23Thu 10/25
RAP - MKE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$359
Typical prices: $224-$395
United Airlines
Thu 10/11
RAP - MKE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rapid City and Milwaukee. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 27% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $375 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to Milwaukee (RAP-MKE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to Milwaukee

Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25
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4:38 pm - 9:13 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 35m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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10:49 am - 3:58 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
6h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$319Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25
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2:37 pm - 7:30 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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10:49 am - 1:57 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
4h 08m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$339Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25
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4:38 pm - 9:13 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 35m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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5:45 pm - 10:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
5h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$339Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
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4:41 pm - 11:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:39 pm - 8:52 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
7h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$354United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
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1:37 pm - 7:10 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:52 pm - 10:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
7h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$359United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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7:00 am - 1:23 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:59 pm - 10:08 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
7h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$399United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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5:30 am - 1:23 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 53m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:48 pm - 9:42 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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5:30 am - 1:23 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 53m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:18 pm - 7:21 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
8h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$404United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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2:35 pm - 9:23 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:30 am - 7:21 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
11h 51m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$404United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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4:36 pm - 9:35 pmRAP  Rapid City-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 59m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:28 am - 10:23 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-RAP Rapid City
4h 55m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$408Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rapid City to Milwaukee flights

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

Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Milwaukee start at $319. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $278 to $428. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on Delta.

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Key details for Rapid City to Milwaukee flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$359
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Rapid City to Milwaukee

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

    Flights from Rapid City to Milwaukee usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE).

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

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

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

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

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) 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 Milwaukee?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 71% on the Rapid City to Milwaukee route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $248 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $840, a difference of $592. 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 Milwaukee?

    Some of the most popular sights in Milwaukee are Fiserv Forum, Baird Center and Pabst Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Milwaukee on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Rapid City to Milwaukee takes 0h 00m, covering 762 miles.

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

    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 Milwaukee 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 $319 to $1,691. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rapid City to Milwaukee are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $668, which is 149% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 40m, compared with 4h 43m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 5h 34m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

    Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE)?

    Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

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

    Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Milwaukee range from $278 to $428, with an average of $338 over the past 12 months. Anything below $278 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Rapid City to Milwaukee 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 Friday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $248 - about $592 less than Tuesday (70% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rapid City to Milwaukee trip for February. Fares historically average $248 round-trip in that month - typically $552 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport.
    - Best Western Plus Milwaukee Airport Hotel & Conference Center
    - Hyatt Place Milwaukee Airport
    - Super 8 by Wyndham Milwaukee Airport

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