What airlines fly to Rapid City?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rapid City from Illinois according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Rapid City. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Rapid City on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Rapid City

How many flights depart from Illinois to Rapid City on average per day?

7 flights are operational daily from Illinois to Rapid City as of April 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00AM, with 45% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How long does it take to fly to Rapid City?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Illinois you fly out of and what airport in Rapid City you fly into. For example, flying from Chicago to Rapid City takes 3h 19m on average. On the other hand, flying from Moline to Rapid City takes 4h 54m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

How many flights depart from Illinois to Rapid City on average per week?

As of April 2026, there are 49 flights per week flying from Illinois to Rapid City. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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As of April 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Rapid City Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Rapid City Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rapid City Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rapid City Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9:45 am - 11:19 am

ORD

RAP

2h 34mnonstop

3:23 pm - 6:57 pm

RAP

ORD

2h 34mnonstop

$191American Airlines

Tue, May 26 - Sat, May 30

9:45 am - 11:19 am

ORD

RAP

2h 34mnonstop

5:01 pm - 12:42 am

RAP

ORD

6h 41m

1 stop

$201American Airlines

Tue, May 26 - Sat, May 30

9:23 am - 3:15 pm

MDW

RAP

6h 52m

1 stop

11:07 am - 5:54 pm

RAP

MDW

5h 47m

1 stop

$211Delta

Sat, Jun 6 - Sat, Jun 13

5:00 am - 9:20 am

ORD

RAP

5h 20m

1 stop

4:40 pm - 10:49 pm

RAP

ORD

5h 09m

1 stop

$211United Airlines

Tue, May 26 - Sat, May 30

1:19 pm - 2:53 pm

ORD

RAP

2h 34mnonstop

3:23 pm - 6:57 pm

RAP

ORD

2h 34mnonstop

$212American Airlines

Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 3

6:00 am - 12:24 pm

ORD

RAP

7h 24m

1 stop

1:33 pm - 4:56 pm

RAP

ORD

2h 23mnonstop

$222United Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 25

7:13 pm - 10:24 pm

MDW

RAP

4h 11m

1 stop

6:50 am - 1:19 pm

RAP

MDW

5h 29m

1 stop

$232Delta

Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 3

7:44 pm - 2:58 pm

PIA

RAP

20h 14m

1 stop

9:50 pm - 1:28 pm

RAP

PIA

14h 38m

1 stop

$412Allegiant Air

Fri, Jun 12 - Mon, Jun 15

12:29 pm - 9:04 pm

MLI

RAP

9h 35m

1 stop

10:04 am - 12:57 pm

RAP

MLI

25h 53m

1 stop

$458Allegiant Air

Thu, Jun 11 - Sat, Jun 27

12:29 pm - 9:04 pm

MLI

RAP

9h 35m

1 stop

3:31 pm - 11:39 am

RAP

MLI

19h 08m

2 stops

$495Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jun 11 - Wed, Jun 24

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American Airlines flights from Illinois to Rapid City

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May 26

ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 34m

RAP11:19 amRapid City

May 30

RAP3:23 pmRapid City

2h 34m

ORD6:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$191

American Airlines

May 26

ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 34m

RAP11:19 amRapid City

May 30

RAP5:01 pmRapid City

6h 41m

1 stop

ORD12:42 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$201

American Airlines

May 28

ORD1:19 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 34m

RAP2:53 pmRapid City

Jun 3

RAP3:23 pmRapid City

2h 34m

ORD6:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$212

United Airlines flights from Illinois to Rapid City

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United Airlines

May 26

ORD5:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 20m

1 stop

RAP9:20 amRapid City

May 30

RAP4:40 pmRapid City

5h 09m

1 stop

ORD10:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$211

United Airlines

Aug 21

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

7h 24m

1 stop

RAP12:24 pmRapid City

Aug 25

RAP1:33 pmRapid City

2h 23m

ORD4:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$222

United Airlines

May 26

ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 39m

RAP10:24 amRapid City

Jun 2

RAP1:35 pmRapid City

2h 24m

ORD4:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$230

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9:45 am-11:19 am

Nonstop2h 34m

Rapid City

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3:23 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$191

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Tue 5/26

9:45 am-11:19 am

Nonstop2h 34m

Rapid City

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5:01 pm-12:42 am

1 stop6h 41m

$201

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MDWRAP

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Sat 6/6

9:23 am-3:15 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Rapid City

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11:07 am-5:54 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$211

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5:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop5h 20m

Rapid City

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1 stop5h 09m

$211

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Thu 5/28

1:19 pm-2:53 pm

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Rapid City

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3:23 pm-6:57 pm

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$212

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/21

6:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Rapid City

Tue 8/25

1:33 pm-4:56 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$222

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Thu 5/28

7:13 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Rapid City

Wed 6/3

6:50 am-1:19 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$232

PeoriaRapid City

PIA - RAP

PIARAP

Greater Peoria

Fri 6/12

7:44 pm-2:58 pm

1 stop20h 14m

Rapid City

Mon 6/15

9:50 pm-1:28 pm

1 stop14h 38m

$412

MolineRapid City

MLI - RAP

MLIRAP

Moline Quad-City

Thu 6/11

12:29 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Rapid City

Sat 6/27

10:04 am-12:57 pm

1 stop25h 53m

$458

MolineRapid City

MLI - RAP

MLIRAP

Moline Quad-City

Thu 6/11

12:29 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Rapid City

Wed 6/24

3:31 pm-11:39 am

2 stops19h 08m

$495

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rapid City?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Rapid City from Illinois, with most prices found around $189. If you aren’t able to travel to Rapid City during the month of August, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $191.

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 Illinois. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $302. 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 $431.

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 Illinois to Rapid City during this time can be as low as $276. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $365.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Rapid City flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois to Rapid City?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rapid City from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rapid City for around $337 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rapid City from Illinois for as low as $249 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$278
Fastest flight time	2h 28m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Rapid City	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Rapid City from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $278. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Rapid City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $279.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Rapid City takes 2h 28m

Direct flights go from Illinois to Rapid City every day.

There is 1 airport in Rapid City. From Illinois there are direct flights to Rapid City (RAP).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Rapid City Airport?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Rapid City Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Rapid City Airport?
As of April 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Rapid City Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Rapid City Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Rapid City Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rapid City Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rapid City Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rapid City Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Rapid City?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Illinois to Rapid City is Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets), representing 30.03% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 at 29.01%, Embraer 170 at 18.77%, and Airbus A320-100/200 at 15.36%.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $208	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,677 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $209	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,681 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,463 reviews	Search Delta flights

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