RAP - RDU

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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $348-$598
Delta
Mon 12/10Mon 12/17
RAP - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$318
Typical prices: $250-$437
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/11
RAP - RDU • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rapid City and Raleigh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 31% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $427 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 5h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to Raleigh (RAP-RDU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to Raleigh

Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
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4:36 pm - 12:08 amRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 32m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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7:17 pm - 10:46 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
5h 29m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$359Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
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4:36 pm - 12:08 amRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 32m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 10:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
6h 38m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$359Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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2:40 pm - 12:08 amRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 28m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 10:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
6h 38m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$359Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
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4:36 pm - 12:08 amRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 32m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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3:55 pm - 10:46 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
8h 51m2 stops Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Minneapolis St Paul
$364Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:00 am - 5:41 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 41m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 10:31 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
6h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$434United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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7:00 am - 2:56 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:08 am - 1:06 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
6h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$469United Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 12
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5:00 am - 2:56 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:57 pm - 9:38 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
6h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$469United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
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6:00 am - 4:42 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 5:11 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
11h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$474United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:00 am - 1:44 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:30 am - 7:01 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
11h 31m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
$474United Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 12
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7:00 am - 2:56 pmRAP  Rapid City-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 1:06 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-RAP Rapid City
8h 51m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$474United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rapid City to Raleigh flights

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

Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Raleigh typically range from $348 to $598. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359, on Delta.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Rapid City to Raleigh?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Rapid City to Raleigh at $288 round-trip.
•May ($837) and September ($753) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 190% 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 Raleigh flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$318
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Rapid City to Raleigh

When to book flights from Rapid City to Raleigh

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Your Rapid City to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Rapid City to Raleigh:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Rapid City to Raleigh takes 00m, covering 1,396 miles.

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Raleigh range from $348 to $598, with an average of $418 over the past 12 months. Anything below $348 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Rapid City to Raleigh changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $359 to $694. That means the highest observed fare was about 93% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rapid City to Raleigh are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $345.

  • What car rental options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Rapid City to Raleigh usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

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

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Rapid City to Raleigh. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $353 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $637, a difference of $284.

    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 Raleigh?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 57m, compared with 6h 19m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 6h 20m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

    Raleigh 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 popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Raleigh Convention Center, Lenovo Center and NC State Fairgrounds. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

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