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Cheapest round-trip
$349
Typical prices: $370-$570
United Airlines
Sun 12/30Sat 1/6
TUS - RAP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Tucson and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 22% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $353 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tucson to Rapid City (TUS-RAP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tucson to Rapid City

Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 6
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6:25 am - 12:51 pmTUS  Tucson-RAP Rapid City
6h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:40 pm - 9:42 pmRAP  Rapid City-TUS Tucson
5h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$349United Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 6
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6:25 am - 11:34 amTUS  Tucson-RAP Rapid City
5h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:05 am - 3:06 pmRAP  Rapid City-TUS Tucson
8h 01m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
$354United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
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2:40 pm - 7:08 pmTUS  Tucson-RAP Rapid City
4h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:40 pm - 9:42 pmRAP  Rapid City-TUS Tucson
5h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$449United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
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6:50 am - 11:13 amTUS  Tucson-RAP Rapid City
4h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:40 pm - 9:42 pmRAP  Rapid City-TUS Tucson
5h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$449United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
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10:28 am - 9:56 pmTUS  Tucson-RAP Rapid City
10h 28m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 12:33 pmRAP  Rapid City-TUS Tucson
7h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$758American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 11
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10:11 am - 9:23 pmTUS  Tucson-RAP Rapid City
10h 12m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 12:33 pmRAP  Rapid City-TUS Tucson
7h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$765American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 6
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7:47 am - 8:48 pmTUS  Tucson-RAP Rapid City
13h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:08 pm - 8:49 pmRAP  Rapid City-TUS Tucson
7h 41m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$813American Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Thu, Dec 17
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12:17 pm - 10:46 pmTUS  Tucson-RAP Rapid City
10h 29m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
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11:21 am - 10:39 pmRAP  Rapid City-TUS Tucson
11h 18m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
$818Delta
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 2
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12:25 pm - 10:52 pmTUS  Tucson-RAP Rapid City
10h 27m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
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11:59 am - 10:39 pmRAP  Rapid City-TUS Tucson
10h 40m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
$1,320Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
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12:26 pm - 10:30 pmTUS  Tucson-RAP Rapid City
9h 04m2 stops Los Angeles Minneapolis St Paul
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11:29 am - 8:53 pmRAP  Rapid City-TUS Tucson
10h 24m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles
$1,450Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tucson to Rapid City flights

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

Round-trip flights from Tucson to Rapid City typically range from $370 to $570. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tucson 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 Tucson to Rapid City. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Tucson to Rapid City at $363 round-trip.
•May ($774) and July ($655) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 113% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Tucson to Rapid City flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$349
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Tucson to Rapid City

When to book flights from Tucson to Rapid City

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Tucson to Rapid City takes 00m, covering 927 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Tucson to Rapid City range from $370 to $570, with an average of $464 over the past 12 months. Anything below $370 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Tucson 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 $349 to $1,442. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 Tucson to Rapid City?

    Flights from Tucson to Rapid City usually depart from Tucson (TUS) and arrive at Rapid City (RAP).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 87% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Tucson to Rapid City. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $364 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $522, a difference of $158.

    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 Tucson to Rapid City?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 16m, compared with 5h 18m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 31m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

Your guide to booking Tucson 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 Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $364, about $158 less than Friday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tucson to Rapid City trip for February. Fares historically average $363 round-trip in that month - typically $411 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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