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Cheapest round-trip
$469
Typical prices: $413-$658
United Airlines
Sat 1/27Tue 1/30
RIC - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$345
Typical prices: $323-$450
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/21
RIC - RAP • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 40% price drop
May
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $397 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 6h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Rapid City (RIC-RAP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Rapid City

Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
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8:03 am - 1:06 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-RAP Rapid City
7h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:50 pm - 10:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$469United Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 23
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8:03 am - 1:06 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-RAP Rapid City
7h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:50 pm - 10:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$469United Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 23
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3:25 pm - 9:38 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-RAP Rapid City
8h 13m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:50 pm - 10:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$474United Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
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10:07 am - 8:30 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-RAP Rapid City
12h 23m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
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12:50 pm - 10:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$474United Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
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8:05 am - 5:18 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-RAP Rapid City
11h 13m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
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12:50 pm - 10:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$474United Airlines
Sat, Mar 27 - Sat, Apr 3
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7:00 am - 11:12 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-RAP Rapid City
6h 12m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:30 am - 9:52 pmRAP  Rapid City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 22m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$548Delta
Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Jan 3
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12:46 pm - 10:52 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-RAP Rapid City
12h 06m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
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4:37 pm - 11:46 pmRAP  Rapid City-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$899Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Rapid City flights

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Rapid City typically range from $413 to $658. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $469, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Rapid City. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 63% higher.

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Key details for Richmond to Rapid City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$345
Beat the crowds with an average 89% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 81% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Richmond to Rapid City

When to book flights from Richmond to Rapid City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Richmond to Rapid City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Richmond to Rapid City 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 Richmond to Rapid City?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Rapid City takes 00m, covering 1,413 miles.

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

    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 Richmond to Rapid City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Rapid City range from $413 to $658, with an average of $508 over the past 12 months. Anything below $413 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Richmond to Rapid City 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 $469 to $1,282. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Richmond to Rapid City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $418, which is 12% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Rapid City Airport (RAP)?

    Rapid City Airport (RAP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $112 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Flights from Richmond to Rapid City usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Rapid City (RAP).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from Richmond to Rapid City. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $428 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $831, a difference of $403.

    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 Richmond to Rapid City?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 13m, compared with 6h 18m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 6h 26m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Rapid City is 2 hours behind Richmond (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Richmond to Rapid City 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 Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $428, about $403 less than Wednesday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Rapid City trip for January. Fares historically average $303 round-trip in that month - typically $428 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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