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Cheapest round-trip
$349
Typical prices: $349-$539
United Airlines
Sun 10/14Thu 10/18
RAP - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$122
Typical prices: $265-$415
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/14
RAP - SFO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rapid City and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 33% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $361 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to San Francisco (RAP-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to San Francisco

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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2:23 pm - 8:36 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
7h 13m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 1:43 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
6h 43m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$349Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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2:37 pm - 8:40 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
7h 03m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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3:30 pm - 10:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
6h 00m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$349Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
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7:05 am - 11:22 amRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
5h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 2:17 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
7h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$349United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:05 am - 11:22 amRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
5h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 11:55 amSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$349United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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5:50 pm - 11:09 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
6h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 11:58 amSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
5h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$349United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
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7:05 am - 11:22 amRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
5h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 12:26 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
6h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$349United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
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5:00 am - 9:29 amRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
5h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 11:58 amSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
5h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$349United Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
12:47 pm - 7:17 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
7h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:11 am - 9:54 amSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
8h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$354American Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
United Airlines Logo
4:41 pm - 10:51 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
7h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 12:26 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
5h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$379United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 4:09 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
5h 24m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:00 am - 4:23 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
7h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rapid City to San Francisco flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Rapid City to San Francisco start at $349. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $349 to $539. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349 on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rapid City to San Francisco?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Rapid City to San Francisco at $338 round-trip.
  • June ($539) and August ($529) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% 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 San Francisco flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$122
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from Rapid City to San Francisco

When to book flights from Rapid City to San Francisco

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

    Flights from Rapid City to San Francisco usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 93% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 2% 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 San Francisco?

    On the Rapid City to San Francisco route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 40%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $349 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $574: a $225 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Rapid City to San Francisco?

    A nonstop flight from Rapid City to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 1,099 miles.

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

    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 San Francisco 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 $349 to $1,503. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rapid City to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $226, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 26m, compared with 5h 41m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 05m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between Rapid City and San Francisco?

    San Francisco 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 San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Europcar
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

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

    Round-trip flights from Rapid City to San Francisco range from $349 to $539, with an average of $506 over the past 12 months. Anything below $349 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Rapid City to San Francisco 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $349 - about $225 less than Sunday (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rapid City to San Francisco trip for February. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $201 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.
    - Grand Hyatt At Sfo

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