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Cheapest round-trip
$281
Typical prices: $401-$615
United Airlines
Sun 10/28Wed 10/31
TPA - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$282
Typical prices: $240-$407
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/11
TPA - RAP • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Tampa and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 33% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $448 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Rapid City (TPA-RAP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tampa to Rapid City

Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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4:16 pm - 8:43 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:45 am - 7:28 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
8h 43m1 stop Denver Intl
$281United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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11:40 am - 7:19 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
9h 39m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
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11:12 am - 7:28 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
6h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$286United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
4:16 pm - 8:43 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 7:28 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
8h 43m1 stop Denver Intl
$381United Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5
Delta Logo
3:10 pm - 10:37 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
9h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
10:46 am - 8:14 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
7h 28m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$382Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
9:17 am - 8:43 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
13h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 7:28 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
8h 43m1 stop Denver Intl
$386United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:25 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
12h 25m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
9h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
$393American Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 6
Delta Logo
7:45 am - 1:48 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
8h 03m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:48 am - 2:15 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
5h 27m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$403Delta
Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 9
Delta Logo
1:55 pm - 10:37 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
10h 42m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
10:42 am - 8:39 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
7h 57m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$403Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:21 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
8h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:51 pm - 12:35 amRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
9h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
$411American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 4:25 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
10h 15m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:51 pm - 12:35 amRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
9h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
$417American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Tampa to Rapid City flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Tampa to Rapid City start at $281. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $401 to $615. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $281 on United Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tampa to Rapid City, it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 42% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Rapid City?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Rapid City at $333 round-trip.
  • September ($599) and December ($577) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 79% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Tampa to Rapid City the cheapest?

Flights from Tampa to Rapid City are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Tampa to Rapid City flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$281
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 18% lower on average.
Flight from Tampa to Rapid City

When to book flights from Tampa to Rapid City

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

    Flights from Tampa to Rapid City usually depart from Tampa (TPA) and arrive at Rapid City (RAP).

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 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 Tampa to Rapid City?

    On the Tampa to Rapid City route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 44%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $399 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $704: a $305 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    A nonstop flight from Tampa to Rapid City takes 0h 00m, covering 1,587 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Tampa to Rapid City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Tampa to Rapid City:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 10% above the route average of $495. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Tampa 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 are flight prices from Tampa to Rapid City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Tampa to Rapid City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $380, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 37m, compared with 6h 23m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 50m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

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

  • 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 $36 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Alamo
    · Thrifty
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Round-trip flights from Tampa to Rapid City range from $401 to $615, with an average of $495 over the past 12 months. Anything below $401 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Tampa to Rapid City 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $399 - about $305 less than Monday (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tampa to Rapid City trip for January. Fares historically average $333 round-trip in that month - typically $266 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Tampa to Rapid City

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Tampa (TPA)
Rapid City (RAP)