SFO - RAP

$155 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Rapid City - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$214
Typical prices: $401-$616
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/10Fri 12/14
SFO - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$155
Typical prices: $264-$427
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/12
SFO - RAP • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 21% price drop
June
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $277 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 44m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Rapid City!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Rapid City (SFO-RAP)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

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

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:16 pm - 10:17 amSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
12h 01m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:07 am - 9:34 amRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
23h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$214Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 8:58 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
9h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 8:08 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
26h 15m2 stops Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Los Angeles
$230Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:31 pm - 8:58 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
22h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:07 am - 9:34 amRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
23h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$261Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 10:17 amSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
18h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:48 pm - 11:26 amRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
14h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$262Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 10:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
7h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:12 am - 3:12 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
5h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$374United Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:48 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
6h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 11:09 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
6h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
4:37 pm - 10:34 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
4h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:15 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
7h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
9:11 pm - 1:06 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
14h 55m2 stops Reno Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 7:39 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
5h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
$547United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
7:03 am - 9:32 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
13h 29m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:11 am - 4:12 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
11h 01m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$659American Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5
American Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 9:27 pmSFO  San Francisco-RAP Rapid City
11h 47m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:11 am - 6:02 pmRAP  Rapid City-SFO San Francisco
12h 51m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles
$798American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Rapid City flights

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

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

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

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Rapid City at $374 round-trip.
•June ($604) and October ($555) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Francisco to Rapid City the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Rapid City are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals

Key details for San Francisco to Rapid City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$155
Beat the crowds with an average 76% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 107% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Rapid City

When to book flights from San Francisco to Rapid City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Rapid City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Rapid City?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Rapid City range from $401 to $616, with an average of $475 over the past 12 months. Anything below $401 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Rapid City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the $475 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco 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 $214 to $1,640. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Rapid City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $269, which is 23% below 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 starting from around $35 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 82% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from San Francisco to Rapid City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $418 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $614, a difference of $196.

    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 San Francisco to Rapid City?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 44m, compared with 5h 48m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 49m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    Rapid City is 1 hour ahead of San Francisco (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Francisco 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $418, about $196 less than Friday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Rapid City trip for January. Fares historically average $374 round-trip in that month - typically $230 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

More options for your flight from San Francisco to Rapid City

Complete your trip to Rapid City with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Rapid City
Hotels in Rapid City
Vacations in Rapid City