What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Rapid City?

United Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Des Moines to Rapid City

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rapid City Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Rapid City Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rapid City Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Rapid City?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $273 to $356. The lowest price recently found on this route was $279.

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6:54 am - 10:13 am

DSM

RAP

4h 19m1 stop

4:10 pm - 9:24 pm

RAP

DSM

4h 14m1 stop

$279Delta

Tue, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 10

5:09 pm - 10:29 pm

DSM

RAP

6h 20m1 stop

12:35 pm - 9:50 pm

RAP

DSM

8h 15m2 stops

$284United Airlines

Tue, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 10

4:00 pm - 9:15 pm

DSM

RAP

6h 15m1 stop

2:08 pm - 11:23 pm

RAP

DSM

8h 15m1 stop

$319American Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

11:42 am - 1:34 pm

DSM

RAP

26h 52m2 stops

2:08 pm - 11:23 pm

RAP

DSM

8h 15m1 stop

$333American Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

1:35 pm - 7:14 pm

DSM

RAP

6h 39m1 stop

7:00 am - 12:52 pm

RAP

DSM

4h 52m1 stop

$344United Airlines

Sat, Jan 10 - Wed, Jan 14

5:09 pm - 10:29 pm

DSM

RAP

6h 20m1 stop

5:10 am - 2:33 pm

RAP

DSM

8h 23m2 stops

$349United Airlines

Sat, Jan 10 - Wed, Jan 14

7:50 am - 3:22 pm

DSM

RAP

8h 32m2 stops

12:35 pm - 9:50 pm

RAP

DSM

8h 15m2 stops

$354United Airlines

Sat, Jan 10 - Wed, Jan 14

3:35 pm - 10:29 pm

DSM

RAP

7h 54m2 stops

12:35 pm - 9:50 pm

RAP

DSM

8h 15m2 stops

$356United Airlines

Tue, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 10

10:30 am - 3:25 pm

DSM

RAP

5h 55m1 stop

4:10 pm - 9:24 pm

RAP

DSM

4h 14m1 stop

$371Delta

Wed, Feb 4 - Fri, Feb 6

6:24 am - 3:25 pm

DSM

RAP

10h 01m2 stops

4:10 pm - 9:24 pm

RAP

DSM

4h 14m1 stop

$376Delta

Wed, Feb 4 - Fri, Feb 6

Delta flights from Des Moines to Rapid City

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Delta

Jan 6

DSM6:54 amDes Moines

4h 19m

1 stop

RAP10:13 amRapid City

Jan 10

RAP4:10 pmRapid City

4h 14m

1 stop

DSM9:24 pmDes Moines

$279

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Delta

Dec 24

DSM5:55 pmDes Moines

5h 46m

1 stop

RAP10:41 pmRapid City

Dec 27

RAP11:56 amRapid City

7h 06m

1 stop

DSM8:02 pmDes Moines

$369

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Delta

Feb 4

DSM10:30 amDes Moines

5h 55m

1 stop

RAP3:25 pmRapid City

Feb 6

RAP4:10 pmRapid City

4h 14m

1 stop

DSM9:24 pmDes Moines

$371

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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Rapid City

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Rapid City flight tickets

United Airlines

Jan 6

DSM5:09 pmDes Moines

6h 20m

1 stop

RAP10:29 pmRapid City

Jan 10

RAP12:35 pmRapid City

8h 15m

2 stops

DSM9:50 pmDes Moines

$284

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United Airlines

Jan 10

DSM1:35 pmDes Moines

6h 39m

1 stop

RAP7:14 pmRapid City

Jan 14

RAP7:00 amRapid City

4h 52m

1 stop

DSM12:52 pmDes Moines

$344

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United Airlines

Jan 10

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

6h 55m

1 stop

RAP11:25 amRapid City

Jan 14

RAP12:35 pmRapid City

8h 15m

2 stops

DSM9:50 pmDes Moines

$349

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Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

6:54 am-10:13 am

1 stop4h 19m

Rapid City

Sat 1/10

4:10 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$279

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

5:09 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Rapid City

Sat 1/10

12:35 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$284

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

4:00 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Rapid City

Mon 1/26

2:08 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$319

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

11:42 am-1:34 pm

2 stops26h 52m

Rapid City

Mon 1/26

2:08 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$333

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

1:35 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Rapid City

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-12:52 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$344

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

5:09 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Rapid City

Wed 1/14

5:10 am-2:33 pm

2 stops8h 23m

$349

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

7:50 am-3:22 pm

2 stops8h 32m

Rapid City

Wed 1/14

12:35 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$354

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

3:35 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops7h 54m

Rapid City

Sat 1/10

12:35 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$356

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

10:30 am-3:25 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Rapid City

Fri 2/6

4:10 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$371

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

6:24 am-3:25 pm

2 stops10h 01m

Rapid City

Fri 2/6

4:10 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$376

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Rapid City?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rapid City?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Rapid City from Des Moines. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $332. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Rapid City is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $683.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rapid City?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Rapid City is in the afternoon. Flights from Des Moines to Rapid City during this time can be as low as $395. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $615.

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Fastest flight time	5h 16m
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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Rapid City takes 5h 16m

There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Rapid City. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Rapid City.

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How far is Des Moines to Rapid City by plane?
Rapid City is 515.5 mi away from Des Moines. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 5h 16m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rapid City Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Rapid City Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rapid City Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Rapid City?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Des Moines and Rapid City, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 73% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 27%.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Rapid City

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,014 reviews		Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $315	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,106 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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