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Cheapest round-trip
$269
Typical prices: $315-$527
American Airlines
Sun 10/21Wed 10/24
RAP - BNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$175
Typical prices: $250-$361
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/2
RAP - BNA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rapid City and Nashville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 36% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $425 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 5h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to Nashville (RAP-BNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to Nashville

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
5:04 pm - 11:26 pmRAP  Rapid City-BNA Nashville Intl
5h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:54 amBNA  Nashville Intl-RAP Rapid City
5h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$269American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
1:37 pm - 8:17 pmRAP  Rapid City-BNA Nashville Intl
5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:39 pm - 8:52 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-RAP Rapid City
9h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$288United Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 17
Delta Logo
11:30 am - 5:36 pmRAP  Rapid City-BNA Nashville Intl
5h 06m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 3:46 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-RAP Rapid City
6h 46m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$329Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
Delta Logo
6:39 am - 2:57 pmRAP  Rapid City-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 18m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:32 pm - 10:30 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-RAP Rapid City
4h 58m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$329Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
United Airlines Logo
4:41 pm - 11:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:15 amBNA  Nashville Intl-RAP Rapid City
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$329United Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
6:07 pm - 12:34 amRAP  Rapid City-BNA Nashville Intl
5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:54 amBNA  Nashville Intl-RAP Rapid City
5h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$329American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
American Airlines Logo
4:56 pm - 11:38 pmRAP  Rapid City-BNA Nashville Intl
5h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:54 amBNA  Nashville Intl-RAP Rapid City
5h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$329American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
1:37 pm - 8:17 pmRAP  Rapid City-BNA Nashville Intl
5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:31 amBNA  Nashville Intl-RAP Rapid City
5h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$353United Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 8:55 pmRAP  Rapid City-BNA Nashville Intl
26h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:54 pm - 8:29 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-RAP Rapid City
25h 35m2 stops Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
$658Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:34 pm - 1:04 pmRAP  Rapid City-BNA Nashville Intl
20h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:13 pm - 9:16 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-RAP Rapid City
26h 03m2 stops Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
$711Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rapid City to Nashville flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Nashville start at $269. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $315 to $527. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $269 on American Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rapid City to Nashville, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% 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 Nashville?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Rapid City to Nashville at $278 round-trip.
  • December ($577) and March ($506) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% 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 Nashville flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$175
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 33% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Rapid City to Nashville

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

    Flights from Rapid City to Nashville usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at Nashville Intl (BNA).

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 3% 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 Nashville?

    On the Rapid City to Nashville route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 35%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $343 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $527: a $184 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Nashville?

    Some of the most popular sights in Nashville are Gaylord Opryland, Bridgestone Arena and Nissan Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Nashville on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Rapid City to Nashville takes 0h 00m, covering 1,021 miles.

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

    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 Nashville 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 $269 to $1,851. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rapid City to Nashville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $283, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 14m, compared with 5h 20m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 5h 50m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

    Nashville 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 Nashville Intl Airport (BNA)?

    Nashville Intl Airport (BNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Nashville range from $315 to $527, with an average of $435 over the past 12 months. Anything below $315 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Rapid City to Nashville 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 Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $343 - about $184 less than Monday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rapid City to Nashville trip for April. Fares historically average $278 round-trip in that month - typically $299 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 Nashville Intl Airport.
    - Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport
    - Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport
    - Sonesta Nashville Airport

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