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Cheapest round-trip
$342
Typical prices: $364-$554
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/24Tue 1/30
RAP - SEA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$130
Typical prices: $240-$324
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/10
RAP - SEA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rapid City and Seattle. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 40% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $482 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to Seattle (RAP-SEA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to Seattle

Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 30
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10:02 pm - 5:18 pmRAP  Rapid City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
20h 16m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:29 pm - 9:12 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RAP Rapid City
27h 43m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$342Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
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1:07 pm - 8:02 pmRAP  Rapid City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:00 am - 8:23 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RAP Rapid City
9h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$349American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:50 pm - 11:15 pmRAP  Rapid City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:05 am - 1:03 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RAP Rapid City
6h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$349United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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2:40 pm - 8:49 pmRAP  Rapid City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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8:25 am - 3:53 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RAP Rapid City
6h 28m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$349Delta
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 30
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6:00 am - 12:27 pmRAP  Rapid City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 27m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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3:55 pm - 10:52 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RAP Rapid City
5h 57m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$349Delta
Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
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4:35 pm - 9:17 pmRAP  Rapid City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 7:01 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RAP Rapid City
11h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$354United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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2:40 pm - 8:49 pmRAP  Rapid City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:15 am - 10:46 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RAP Rapid City
10h 31m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$354Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:50 pm - 11:15 pmRAP  Rapid City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:25 pm - 10:29 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RAP Rapid City
9h 04m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$354United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 26
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11:28 am - 5:10 pmRAP  Rapid City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
6h 42m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 3:54 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RAP Rapid City
8h 54m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$374Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 26
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2:23 pm - 8:46 pmRAP  Rapid City-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 23m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 3:54 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-RAP Rapid City
8h 54m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$374Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rapid City to Seattle flights

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

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 Seattle. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Rapid City to Seattle at $273 round-trip.
•January ($648) and September ($634) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 137% 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 Seattle flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$130
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 66% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Rapid City to Seattle

When to book flights from Rapid City to Seattle

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Rapid City to Seattle takes 00m, covering 954 miles.

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

    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 Seattle flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rapid City to Seattle range from $364 to $554, with an average of $455 over the past 12 months. Anything below $364 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Rapid City to Seattle 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 $342 to $1,484. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rapid City to Seattle are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $213, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA)?

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $61 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Fox
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Rapid City to Seattle usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 84% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Rapid City to Seattle. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $379 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $554, a difference of $175.

    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 Seattle?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h, compared with 7h 41m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 7h 45m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    Seattle 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 Seattle?

    Some of the most popular sights in Seattle are Pike Place Market, Lumen Field and Space Needle. These are among the most viewed places in Seattle on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Rapid City to Seattle 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 Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $379, about $175 less than Thursday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rapid City to Seattle trip for November. Fares historically average $273 round-trip in that month - typically $375 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport.

    • Coast Gateway Hotel
    • Seattle Airport Marriott
    • Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

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