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Cheapest round-trip
$321
Typical prices: $394-$690
Delta
Wed 12/12Sat 12/22
DCA - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$164
Typical prices: $269-$375
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/1
IAD - RAP • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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IAD - RAP
Cheapest • 1% average savings
DCA - RAP
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April
Cheapest • 27% price drop
July
Most popular
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Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $500 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 6h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City (WAS-RAP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City

Tue, Apr 13 - Sat, Apr 17
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2:25 pm - 8:33 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-RAP Rapid City
8h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:30 am - 1:27 pmRAP  Rapid City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
$321United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:59 pm - 10:46 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RAP Rapid City
5h 47m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:42 am - 2:04 pmRAP  Rapid City-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 22m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$321Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 22
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6:59 pm - 10:46 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RAP Rapid City
5h 47m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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11:59 am - 9:54 pmRAP  Rapid City-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 55m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$321Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 22
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6:05 am - 10:38 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RAP Rapid City
6h 33m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:37 pm - 11:57 pmRAP  Rapid City-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 20m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$321Delta
Fri, Feb 26 - Sun, Feb 28
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5:19 pm - 10:08 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-RAP Rapid City
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 1:33 pmRAP  Rapid City-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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5:10 pm - 9:38 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RAP Rapid City
6h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 2:13 pmRAP  Rapid City-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$431United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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6:00 am - 4:00 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RAP Rapid City
12h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 2:13 pmRAP  Rapid City-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$436United Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 20
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1:00 pm - 9:32 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RAP Rapid City
10h 32m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:12 pm - 11:59 pmRAP  Rapid City-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 47m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
$578American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 19
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7:12 am - 12:39 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RAP Rapid City
7h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 3:57 pmRAP  Rapid City-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$677American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 19
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12:53 pm - 9:27 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-RAP Rapid City
10h 34m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:19 pm - 10:46 pmRAP  Rapid City-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$682American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Rapid City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City typically range from $394 to $690. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $321, on Delta.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Rapid City flight route?

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to Rapid City routes. They average around $493 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 33% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City at $363 round-trip.
•December ($861) and July ($610) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 137% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. to Rapid City flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$164
Beat the crowds with an average 80% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 106% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Rapid City

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City takes 00m, covering 1,386 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Rapid City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City range from $394 to $690, with an average of $496 over the past 12 months. Anything below $394 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. 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 $321 to $1,944. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $305, which is 8% 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 averaging $112 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Rapid City (RAP).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Rapid City. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $431 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $663, a difference of $232.

    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 Washington, D.C. to Rapid City?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 40m, compared with 6h 01m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 6h 09m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. and Rapid City?

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

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $431, about $232 less than Sunday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Rapid City trip for April. Fares historically average $363 round-trip in that month - typically $498 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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