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

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to Rapid City

What airlines fly to Rapid City?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rapid City from San Francisco according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 86% 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.

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

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rapid City Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rapid City Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rapid City Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco Airport to Rapid City Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Rapid City Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:21 pm - 9:20 pm

SFO

RAP

7h 59m1 stop

10:10 pm - 9:37 am

RAP

SFO

12h 27m1 stop

$259Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22

8:43 am - 9:20 pm

SFO

RAP

11h 37m2 stops

10:10 pm - 9:37 am

RAP

SFO

12h 27m1 stop

$278Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22

6:10 am - 3:25 pm

SFO

RAP

8h 15m1 stop

6:00 am - 1:47 pm

RAP

SFO

8h 47m1 stop

$279Delta

Wed, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 17

10:48 am - 9:20 pm

SFO

RAP

9h 32m1 stop

10:10 pm - 7:38 pm

RAP

SFO

22h 28m2 stops

$297Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 5

10:30 am - 10:28 pm

SFO

RAP

10h 58m2 stops

4:10 pm - 11:47 pm

RAP

SFO

8h 37m1 stop

$326Delta

Tue, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 7

7:00 am - 9:15 pm

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RAP

13h 15m2 stops

2:08 pm - 11:12 pm

RAP

SFO

10h 04m1 stop

$327American Airlines

Wed, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 17

6:25 am - 1:12 pm

SFO

RAP

5h 47m1 stop

2:40 pm - 7:44 pm

RAP

SFO

6h 04m1 stop

$359United Airlines

Sat, Jan 24 - Wed, Jan 28

5:00 am - 11:09 am

SFO

RAP

5h 09m1 stop

2:45 pm - 9:31 pm

RAP

SFO

7h 46m1 stop

$397United Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Fri, Apr 17

5:00 am - 11:23 am

SFO

RAP

5h 23m1 stop

7:05 am - 11:25 am

RAP

SFO

5h 20m1 stop

$399United Airlines

Tue, May 19 - Sun, May 24

4:31 pm - 10:29 pm

SFO

RAP

4h 58m1 stop

5:10 am - 8:10 pm

RAP

SFO

16h 00m2 stops

$402United Airlines

Wed, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 17

Delta flights from San Francisco to Rapid City

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Rapid City flight tickets

Delta

Jan 14

SFO6:10 amSan Francisco

8h 15m

1 stop

RAP3:25 pmRapid City

Jan 17

RAP6:00 amRapid City

8h 47m

1 stop

SFO1:47 pmSan Francisco

$279

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Delta

Feb 3

SFO10:30 amSan Francisco

10h 58m

2 stops

RAP10:28 pmRapid City

Feb 7

RAP4:10 pmRapid City

8h 37m

1 stop

SFO11:47 pmSan Francisco

$326

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Delta

Feb 2

SFO6:10 amSan Francisco

8h 15m

1 stop

RAP3:25 pmRapid City

Feb 5

RAP4:10 pmRapid City

8h 37m

1 stop

SFO11:47 pmSan Francisco

$429

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United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Rapid City

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United Airlines

Jan 24

SFO6:25 amSan Francisco

5h 47m

1 stop

RAP1:12 pmRapid City

Jan 28

RAP2:40 pmRapid City

6h 04m

1 stop

SFO7:44 pmSan Francisco

$359

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United Airlines

Apr 13

SFO5:00 amSan Francisco

5h 09m

1 stop

RAP11:09 amRapid City

Apr 17

RAP2:45 pmRapid City

7h 46m

1 stop

SFO9:31 pmSan Francisco

$397

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United Airlines

May 19

SFO5:00 amSan Francisco

5h 23m

1 stop

RAP11:23 amRapid City

May 24

RAP7:05 amRapid City

5h 20m

1 stop

SFO11:25 amSan Francisco

$399

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Thu 1/15

12:21 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Rapid City

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10:10 pm-9:37 am

1 stop12h 27m

$259

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Thu 1/15

8:43 am-9:20 pm

2 stops11h 37m

Rapid City

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10:10 pm-9:37 am

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$278

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SFORAP

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

6:10 am-3:25 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Rapid City

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6:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$279

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10:48 am-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Rapid City

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10:10 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops22h 28m

$297

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10:30 am-10:28 pm

2 stops10h 58m

Rapid City

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4:10 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$326

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SFORAP

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-9:15 pm

2 stops13h 15m

Rapid City

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2:08 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$327

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SFO - RAP

SFORAP

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

6:25 am-1:12 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Rapid City

Wed 1/28

2:40 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$359

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SFO - RAP

SFORAP

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

5:00 am-11:09 am

1 stop5h 09m

Rapid City

Fri 4/17

2:45 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$397

San FranciscoRapid City

SFO - RAP

SFORAP

San Francisco

Tue 5/19

5:00 am-11:23 am

1 stop5h 23m

Rapid City

Sun 5/24

7:05 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 20m

$399

San FranciscoRapid City

SFO - RAP

SFORAP

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

4:31 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Rapid City

Sat 1/17

5:10 am-8:10 pm

2 stops16h 00m

$402

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Rapid City

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rapid City?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Rapid City from San Francisco, with most prices found around $258. If you aren’t able to travel to Rapid City during the month of January, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $358.

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

According to our data, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly to Rapid City from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Saturday departure recently was $406. 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 Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $574.

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 morning. Flights from San Francisco to Rapid City during this time can be as low as $441. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $585.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rapid City from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rapid City for around $415 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rapid City from San Francisco for as low as $260 on momondo.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Rapid City

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Fastest flight time	4h 58m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Rapid City takes 4h 58m

There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Rapid City. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Rapid City.

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How far is San Francisco to Rapid City by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Rapid City is 1087.3 mi. 4h 58m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rapid City Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rapid City Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rapid City Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Rapid City Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco Airport to Rapid City Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rapid City Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Rapid City Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Rapid City?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to Rapid City is United Airlines (81% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (13%) and Delta (6%).

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Rapid City

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,005 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,091 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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