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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Rapid City from $239

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6:50 am - 10:22 amDSM-RAP
4h 32m1 stop
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6:05 am - 2:19 pmRAP-DSM
7h 14m1 stop
$279Delta
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Wed, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 14
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8:00 am - 3:35 pmDSM-RAP
8h 35m2 stops
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8:30 am - 4:12 pmRAP-DSM
6h 42m1 stop
$284United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 14
United Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 6:54 pmDSM-RAP
8h 19m2 stops
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12:41 pm - 9:37 pmRAP-DSM
7h 56m2 stops
$289United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 14
Delta Logo
10:59 am - 3:25 pmDSM-RAP
5h 26m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:54 am - 3:41 pmRAP-DSM
3h 47m1 stop
$294Delta
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Sat, Jan 10 - Wed, Jan 14
Delta Logo
6:24 am - 3:25 pmDSM-RAP
10h 01m2 stops
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10:54 am - 3:41 pmRAP-DSM
3h 47m1 stop
$299Delta
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Sat, Jan 10 - Wed, Jan 14
Delta Logo
6:24 am - 3:25 pmDSM-RAP
10h 01m2 stops
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10:54 am - 8:54 pmRAP-DSM
9h 00m2 stops
$304Delta
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Sat, Jan 10 - Wed, Jan 14
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6:24 am - 3:25 pmDSM-RAP
10h 01m2 stops
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10:54 am - 8:54 pmRAP-DSM
9h 00m2 stops
$314Delta
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Sat, Jan 10 - Wed, Jan 14
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8:29 pm - 9:30 pmDSM-RAP
50h 01m2 stops
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10:10 pm - 3:40 pmRAP-DSM
16h 30m1 stop
$494Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Dec 19 - Sun, Jan 18
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 7:12 pmDSM-RAP
14h 42m1 stop
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12:35 pm - 9:50 pmRAP-DSM
8h 15m2 stops
$502United Airlines
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Fri, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:29 pm - 9:30 pmDSM-RAP
50h 01m2 stops
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9:15 pm - 10:28 pmRAP-DSM
24h 13m1 stop
$564Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Dec 19 - Sun, Dec 28

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Rapid City

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Rapid City flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 10
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
8h 35m
2 stops
RAP3:35 pmRapid City
Dec 14
RAP8:30 amRapid City
6h 42m
1 stop
DSM4:12 pmDes Moines
$284
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United Airlines
Dec 10
DSM11:35 amDes Moines
8h 19m
2 stops
RAP6:54 pmRapid City
Dec 14
RAP12:41 pmRapid City
7h 56m
2 stops
DSM9:37 pmDes Moines
$289
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United Airlines
Jan 10
DSM11:30 amDes Moines
8h 17m
2 stops
RAP6:47 pmRapid City
Jan 17
RAP12:35 pmRapid City
8h 15m
2 stops
DSM9:50 pmDes Moines
$329
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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Rapid City

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American Airlines
Dec 19
DSM3:38 pmDes Moines
6h 53m
1 stop
RAP9:31 pmRapid City
Jan 18
RAP2:08 pmRapid City
8h 15m
1 stop
DSM11:23 pmDes Moines
$585
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American Airlines
Dec 1
DSM3:31 pmDes Moines
6h 46m
1 stop
RAP9:17 pmRapid City
Dec 4
RAP1:47 pmRapid City
8h 01m
1 stop
DSM10:48 pmDes Moines
$591
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American Airlines
Dec 19
DSM3:38 pmDes Moines
6h 53m
1 stop
RAP9:31 pmRapid City
Jan 18
RAP2:08 pmRapid City
20h 04m
2 stops
DSM11:12 amDes Moines
$748
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Rapid City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
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Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

6:50 am-10:22 am

1 stop4h 32m

Rapid City

Sun 12/14

6:05 am-2:19 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$279

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

8:00 am-3:35 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Rapid City

Sun 12/14

8:30 am-4:12 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$284

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

11:35 am-6:54 pm

2 stops8h 19m

Rapid City

Sun 12/14

12:41 pm-9:37 pm

2 stops7h 56m

$289

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

10:59 am-3:25 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Rapid City

Wed 1/14

10:54 am-3:41 pm

1 stop3h 47m

$294

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

6:24 am-3:25 pm

2 stops10h 01m

Rapid City

Wed 1/14

10:54 am-3:41 pm

1 stop3h 47m

$299

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

6:24 am-3:25 pm

2 stops10h 01m

Rapid City

Wed 1/14

10:54 am-8:54 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$304

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

6:24 am-3:25 pm

2 stops10h 01m

Rapid City

Wed 1/14

10:54 am-8:54 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$314

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 12/19

8:29 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops50h 01m

Rapid City

Sun 1/18

10:10 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$494

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 12/19

5:30 am-7:12 pm

1 stop14h 42m

Rapid City

Sat 1/17

12:35 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$502

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 12/19

8:29 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops50h 01m

Rapid City

Sun 12/28

9:15 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop24h 13m

$564

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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 11m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Rapid City takes 5h 11m
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 4h 32m.

  • 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.

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  • 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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DeltaPriceFrom $248Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,999 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $315Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,046 reviews
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