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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Rapid City from $282

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Best Price Found

$330

Fastest flight time

4h 26m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Rapid City

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The best flight deal from Des Moines to Rapid City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $330
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Rapid City takes 4h 26m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Rapid City. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Des Moines Airport - Rapid City Airport.
There is 1 airport near Rapid City: Rapid City (RAP)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Rapid City

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What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Rapid City?

January. The cheapest time of year to fly to Rapid City from Des Moines is January. Most expensive is June

What is the cheapest day to depart Des Moines for Rapid City?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Wednesday. The most expensive is typically Saturday

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Rapid City?

In the afternoon. Des Moines to Rapid City flights are approximately 28% more expensive in the morning than in the afternoon

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

United Airlines. Delta and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Rapid City

What is the cheapest Des Moines to Rapid City flight route?

Des Moines - Rapid City. Fly from Des Moines to Rapid City for the best Des Moines - Rapid City flight prices

If you are looking to fly from Des Moines to Rapid City, you are most likely going to fly from Des Moines Airport to Rapid City Airport, the most popular airports on that route. When booking your trip to Rapid City, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly out of. The nearest airport to Des Moines Airport is Waterloo Airport which is located in Waterloo. The least expensive flight option from Des Moines to Rapid City will typically be DSM — RAP during the month of March with an average price of $282 RT.

Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Rapid City Airport (RAP)$282
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Waterloo Airport (ALO) to Rapid City Airport (RAP)$933
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Easily compare round-trip flights from Des Moines to Rapid City

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Des Moines to Rapid City by changing tabs
Delta
Aug 2
DSM5:50 pmDes Moines
6h 13m
1 stop
RAP11:03 pmRapid City
Aug 4
RAP6:00 amRapid City
4h 13m
1 stop
DSM11:13 amDes Moines
United Airlines
Jul 17
DSM5:08 pmDes Moines
4h 26m
1 stop
RAP8:34 pmRapid City
Jul 24
RAP5:59 pmRapid City
4h 47m
1 stop
DSM11:46 pmDes Moines
American Airlines
Aug 2
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
5h 50m
1 stop
RAP9:50 amRapid City
Aug 3
RAP12:33 pmRapid City
5h 16m
1 stop
DSM6:49 pmDes Moines
United Airlines
Jul 17
DSM5:08 pmDes Moines
4h 26m
1 stop
RAP8:34 pmRapid City
Jul 23
RAP5:59 pmRapid City
4h 47m
1 stop
DSM11:46 pmDes Moines
United Airlines
May 4
DSM5:05 pmDes Moines
6h 08m
1 stop
RAP10:13 pmRapid City
May 7
RAP3:45 pmRapid City
6h 53m
1 stop
DSM11:38 pmDes Moines
United Airlines
May 4
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
15h 13m
2 stops
RAP10:13 pmRapid City
May 7
RAP3:45 pmRapid City
4h 03m
1 stop
DSM8:48 pmDes Moines

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Delta
Apr 5
DSM5:59 pmDes Moines
5h 42m
1 stop
RAP10:41 pmRapid City
Apr 8
RAP4:30 pmRapid City
3h 30m
1 stop
DSM9:00 pmDes Moines
Multiple Airlines
Apr 5
DSM3:07 pmDes Moines
21h 13m
1 stop
RAP11:20 amRapid City
Apr 8
RAP6:19 pmRapid City
43h 06m
2 stops
DSM2:25 pmDes Moines
Delta
Apr 5
DSM6:30 amDes Moines
9h 52m
2 stops
RAP3:22 pmRapid City
Apr 8
RAP11:45 amRapid City
8h 53m
2 stops
DSM9:38 pmDes Moines

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Rapid City

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DeltaPriceFrom $278Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,402 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $331Free CancellationRating
7.4
11,481 reviews
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Delta flights from Des Moines to Rapid City

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Rapid City flight tickets
Delta
Apr 5
DSM5:59 pmDes Moines
5h 42m
1 stop
RAP10:41 pmRapid City
Apr 8
RAP4:30 pmRapid City
3h 30m
1 stop
DSM9:00 pmDes Moines
Delta
Aug 2
DSM5:50 pmDes Moines
6h 13m
1 stop
RAP11:03 pmRapid City
Aug 4
RAP6:00 amRapid City
4h 13m
1 stop
DSM11:13 amDes Moines
Delta
Apr 5
DSM6:30 amDes Moines
9h 52m
2 stops
RAP3:22 pmRapid City
Apr 8
RAP11:45 amRapid City
8h 53m
2 stops
DSM9:38 pmDes Moines

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Rapid City

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Rapid City flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 2
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
5h 50m
1 stop
RAP9:50 amRapid City
Aug 3
RAP12:33 pmRapid City
5h 16m
1 stop
DSM6:49 pmDes Moines
American Airlines
Aug 2
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
5h 50m
1 stop
RAP9:50 amRapid City
Aug 3
RAP6:00 amRapid City
10h 39m
2 stops
DSM5:39 pmDes Moines
American Airlines
May 4
DSM11:56 amDes Moines
9h 37m
2 stops
RAP8:33 pmRapid City
May 7
RAP12:26 pmRapid City
8h 38m
2 stops
DSM10:04 pmDes Moines

  • 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 4h 26m.

  • 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?

  • 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.


Alternative routes for Des Moines to Rapid City

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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Rapid City from Des Moines with this policy.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Rapid City from Des Moines.

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