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Cheapest round-trip
$340
Typical prices: $401-$615
American Airlines
Tue 11/13Sun 12/2
TPA - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$257
Typical prices: $240-$407
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/24
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

Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 9:27 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
9h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:11 am - 4:17 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
8h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$340American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
7:10 am - 3:54 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
10h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:36 pm - 12:01 amRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
5h 25m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$345Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
2:20 pm - 10:41 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
10h 21m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
2:40 pm - 12:25 amRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
7h 45m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$350Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Nov 1
United Airlines Logo
4:14 pm - 8:52 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
6h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 7:28 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
8h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$379United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
4:14 pm - 10:30 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
8h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:12 am - 7:28 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
6h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$379United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 9:27 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
9h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 11:37 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
8h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$379American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:06 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
11h 06m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:12 am - 7:28 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
6h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$384United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Delta Logo
5:10 am - 10:45 amTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
7h 35m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 5:17 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
8h 32m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$384Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 9:27 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
11h 52m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:09 pm - 12:10 amRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
9h 01m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami
$389American Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 4:25 pmTPA  Tampa-RAP Rapid City
11h 20m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:11 am - 2:24 pmRAP  Rapid City-TPA Tampa
6h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$488American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tampa to Rapid City flights

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

Round-trip flights from Tampa to Rapid City typically range from $401 to $615. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $340, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tampa 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 Tampa to Rapid City. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 42% higher.

What’s 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 flights 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

$257
Beat the crowds with an average 63% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

  • 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 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.

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

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

  • Have flight prices from Tampa 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 $340 to $2,126. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $384, which is 10% 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 starting from around $36 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • 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).

  • 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) - 61% 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

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Tampa to Rapid City. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $399 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $704, a difference of $305.

    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 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 51m 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $399, about $305 less than Monday fares (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).

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