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Cheapest round-trip
$311
Typical prices: $341-$418
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/5Fri 11/9
RAP - SNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$298
Typical prices: $265-$420
Allegiant Air
Fri 10/19
RAP - SNA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rapid City and Santa Ana. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 10% price drop
April
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $286 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to Santa Ana (RAP-SNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to Santa Ana

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
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5:50 pm - 10:00 pmRAP  Rapid City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:46 am - 3:19 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RAP Rapid City
5h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$349United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:00 am - 2:14 pmRAP  Rapid City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 14m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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8:46 am - 3:19 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RAP Rapid City
5h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$354United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2
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10:30 am - 5:33 pmRAP  Rapid City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:00 pm - 9:08 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RAP Rapid City
7h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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5:50 pm - 10:00 pmRAP  Rapid City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:05 pm - 10:30 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RAP Rapid City
5h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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7:00 am - 1:14 pmRAP  Rapid City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 14m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:50 am - 1:03 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RAP Rapid City
5h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:00 am - 2:14 pmRAP  Rapid City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 14m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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6:50 am - 1:03 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RAP Rapid City
5h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$464United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:00 am - 2:14 pmRAP  Rapid City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 14m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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1:00 pm - 7:51 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RAP Rapid City
5h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
$464United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:45 am - 4:20 pmRAP  Rapid City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 35m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
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7:00 am - 10:46 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RAP Rapid City
14h 46m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$529Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:11 am - 3:42 pmRAP  Rapid City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:45 am - 9:27 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RAP Rapid City
13h 42m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$566American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 30
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10:24 am - 5:42 pmRAP  Rapid City-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:35 pm - 9:56 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-RAP Rapid City
6h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$637American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rapid City to Santa Ana flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rapid City to Santa Ana. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 55% higher.

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Key details for Rapid City to Santa Ana flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$298
The most popular month to fly with an average 20% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Rapid City to Santa Ana

When to book flights from Rapid City to Santa Ana

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Rapid City to Santa Ana?

    A nonstop flight from Rapid City to Santa Ana takes 00m, covering 1,067 miles.

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

    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 Santa Ana flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Santa Ana range from $341 to $418, with an average of $387 over the past 12 months. Anything below $341 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Rapid City to Santa Ana are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $340, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA)?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • GREEN MOTION

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

    Flights from Rapid City to Santa Ana usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA).

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

    Connecting flights from Rapid City to Santa Ana most commonly pass through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 92% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 54% on flights from Rapid City to Santa Ana. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $278 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $603, a difference of $325.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 18m, compared with 7h 15m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Rapid City and Santa Ana?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Santa Ana?

    Some of the most popular sights in Santa Ana are Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport, Santa Ana Zoo and Old Orange County Courthouse. These are among the most viewed places in Santa Ana on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Rapid City to Santa Ana flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $278, about $325 less than Sunday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rapid City to Santa Ana trip for September. Fares historically average $350 round-trip in that month - typically $235 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 Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport.

    • Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
    • voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
    • Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

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