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

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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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5:09 pm - 8:32 pm

DSM

RAP

4h 23m1 stop

4:40 pm - 11:44 pm

RAP

DSM

6h 04m1 stop

$319United Airlines

Fri, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 13

3:35 pm - 10:29 pm

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RAP

7h 54m2 stops

2:40 pm - 8:34 pm

RAP

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4h 54m1 stop

$324United Airlines

Fri, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 13

8:00 am - 3:22 pm

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RAP

8h 22m2 stops

5:10 am - 2:33 pm

RAP

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8h 23m2 stops

$329United Airlines

Fri, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 13

1:30 pm - 7:12 pm

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6h 42m1 stop

6:05 pm - 11:58 pm

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4h 53m1 stop

$462United Airlines

Mon, Dec 22 - Fri, Dec 26

3:14 pm - 9:59 pm

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7h 45m2 stops

6:05 pm - 11:58 pm

RAP

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4h 53m1 stop

$471United Airlines

Mon, Dec 22 - Fri, Dec 26

5:06 pm - 7:12 pm

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RAP

27h 06m1 stop

6:05 pm - 11:58 pm

RAP

DSM

4h 53m1 stop

$611United Airlines

Tue, Dec 23 - Sat, Dec 27

11:35 am - 8:49 pm

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RAP

10h 14m2 stops

1:27 pm - 9:40 pm

RAP

DSM

7h 13m1 stop

$614United Airlines

Tue, Dec 23 - Sat, Dec 27

11:35 am - 8:49 pm

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RAP

10h 14m2 stops

7:00 am - 6:05 pm

RAP

DSM

10h 05m2 stops

$619United Airlines

Tue, Dec 23 - Sat, Dec 27

11:35 am - 7:12 pm

DSM

RAP

8h 37m2 stops

11:11 am - 9:40 pm

RAP

DSM

9h 29m2 stops

$732United Airlines

Mon, Dec 22 - Fri, Dec 26

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Rapid City

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United Airlines

Jan 9

DSM5:09 pmDes Moines

6h 20m

1 stop

RAP10:29 pmRapid City

Jan 13

RAP4:40 pmRapid City

6h 04m

1 stop

DSM11:44 pmDes Moines

$319

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United Airlines

Jan 9

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

8h 22m

2 stops

RAP3:22 pmRapid City

Jan 13

RAP2:40 pmRapid City

4h 54m

1 stop

DSM8:34 pmDes Moines

$324

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United Airlines

Jan 9

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

8h 22m

2 stops

RAP3:22 pmRapid City

Jan 13

RAP5:10 amRapid City

8h 23m

2 stops

DSM2:33 pmDes Moines

$329

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Fri 1/9

5:09 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Rapid City

Tue 1/13

4:40 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$319

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 1/9

3:35 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops7h 54m

Rapid City

Tue 1/13

2:40 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$324

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Fri 1/9

8:00 am-3:22 pm

2 stops8h 22m

Rapid City

Tue 1/13

5:10 am-2:33 pm

2 stops8h 23m

$329

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DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Mon 12/22

1:30 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Rapid City

Fri 12/26

6:05 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$462

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Mon 12/22

3:14 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Rapid City

Fri 12/26

6:05 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$471

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Tue 12/23

5:06 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop27h 06m

Rapid City

Sat 12/27

6:05 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$611

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Tue 12/23

11:35 am-8:49 pm

2 stops10h 14m

Rapid City

Sat 12/27

1:27 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$614

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Tue 12/23

11:35 am-8:49 pm

2 stops10h 14m

Rapid City

Sat 12/27

7:00 am-6:05 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$619

Des MoinesRapid City

DSM - RAP

DSMRAP

Des Moines

Mon 12/22

11:35 am-7:12 pm

2 stops8h 37m

Rapid City

Fri 12/26

11:11 am-9:40 pm

2 stops9h 29m

$732

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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	4h 23m
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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Rapid City takes 4h 23m

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 6h 20m.
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 71% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 29%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,011 reviews		Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $315	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,089 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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