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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Rapid City & Flight Information
Origin airport IATA code
CHI
Destination airport IATA code
RAP
Number of flight options
1
Average flight time
8 hours 28 mins

Rapid City RAP Flight Information

Traveling From
Chicago
Origin Airport IATA Code
CHI
Traveling To
Rapid City
Destination Airport IATA Code
RAP
Number of Airlines Serving
3
Available Airlines
Distance
1251 km
Direct Flight Time
2 28
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight between Chicago and Rapid City?
We know you want to have as much time as possible to enjoy your well-earned break. Fly directly between O’Hare Airport and Rapid City Regional Airport and you’ll get precisely that. Look up United Airlines and American Airlines — these are just a couple of the 2 airlines offering nonstop services on this route.
How long is a direct flight from Chicago to Rapid City?
Direct flights can be booked between Chicago and Rapid City and take about 2 hours and 32 minutes. But the trip of 780 miles could race by in 2 hours and 24 minutes depending on a couple of factors like the wind and weather.
What are the best airports for Chicago to Rapid City flights?
There are a couple of ways to go from Chicago to Rapid City. Start planning your trip with these frequently flown routes:

  • O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 28 flights per week
  • MDW to Rapid City Regional Airport - 21 flights per week

What are some of the most popular airlines flying from Chicago to Rapid City?
You’ve squirrelled away your hard-earned cash and now you’re eager to lock in your seat on the plane. When travelling to Rapid City from Chicago, there are a number of airline options. One of the most popular is Delta, which has 91 flights per month. But the more choices, the merrier. United Airlines is another reputable carrier that operates 78 flights from Chicago to Rapid City monthly. Whichever you choose, you can look forward to a wonderful flight experience.
How many flights are there from Chicago to Rapid City?
You’ve got lots of choice when it comes to travelling from Chicago to Rapid City. With 4 flights operating daily, the time to escape is up to you.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
This is one is easy to remember: Ticket Thursdays. We found that tickets booked on a Thursday resulted in the best deal on average in 2021. However, Friday can be the worst day to purchase plane tickets, as it was the day with the highest average ticket price based on flight demand on ebookers in 2021.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
When analysing flight demand on ebookers in 2021, Friday turned out to be the cheapest day to fly, with Tuesday as a close second. That’s definitely something to consider when booking your next trip! Thinking of traveling mid-week? It turns out that Wednesdays generally had the most expensive airline tickets, so keep this in mind when planning for your next trip.*According to flight demand on ebookers.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.

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Cheap flights from Chicago to Rapid City 

Our advanced search tools and comprehensive filters help you find a flight that fits your budget. To search for cheap flights, just enter your travel dates and sort your results by price. With all available tickets listed lowest price first, it’s easy to select the one that’s easiest on your wallet.  

To find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Rapid City, you can also travel outside peak season. The more flexible you can be on travel dates, the easier it is to find those cheap flight tickets. We know, for example, that the cheapest time to travel between Chicago to Rapid City is . In the current list of deals available, prices start at and can rise to for return flights.  

Find the best flight from Chicago to Rapid City  

Every day between Chicago and Rapid City, 3 flights from 3 airlines jet back and forth. And with ebookers, you can book tickets for any one of those flights. If you book a direct flight with Emirates, Air New Zealand, United Airlines, you’ll arrive safely in your destination in around 2hours. If you can think of a quicker way to cover the 1251 km between null and null, let us know! 

Flights from Chicago to Rapid City — a great choice on great deals 

We only need a little information to give you a lot of choice. Just tell us when you’re planning your family holiday, long weekend, luxury getaway or quick business trip, and we’ll do the rest. And to keep your choice-making easy, we’ve given you plenty of ways to narrow down your search. Choose one-way, roundtrip or multi city flights, select your preferred airline, your time of arrival and departure and cabin class using the filters.  

Once you’ve told us what you want, we’ll show you what’s on offer. All you need to do is take your pick and start packing.  

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We want the experience of booking your flight from Chicago to Rapid City to be as simple as possible. That’s why we designed our search and filter options to make your life easy. Whether you are travelling on business or for pleasure, ebookers has you covered. 

When you’re ready to book, our service is always fast and transparent. We know plans change, so we have a range of flexible booking options. Choose between refundable bookings and flights with no charges should you need to rearrange and travel stress-free. 

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Place to stay after flight from Chicago to Rapid City

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD

3 out of 5
2321 N Lacrosse St, Rapid City, SD
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and WiFi. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,469 reviews)
"great"

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2024

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rapid City

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rapid City

2.5 out of 5
1416 North Elk Vale Road, Rapid City, SD
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, a water park and a children's pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"We really liked the hotel. We will definitely atay again."

Reviewed on 7 Apr 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rapid City
Sleep Inn And Suites Rapid City

Sleep Inn And Suites Rapid City

2.5 out of 5
4031 Cheyenne Blvd, Rapid City, SD
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Spectacular accommodations with with a fairly large size room. Comfortable bed with a large size TV and nice country surrounding. Very close to Rapid City regional Airport"

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2024

Sleep Inn And Suites Rapid City
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AmericInn by Wyndham Rapid City

AmericInn by Wyndham Rapid City

2.5 out of 5
1632 Rapp Street, Rapid City, SD
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"sink was backing up. had to pry stopper up to get it to drain. stopper was dirty and moldy underneath"

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2024

AmericInn by Wyndham Rapid City
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City

2.5 out of 5
1314 Elk Vale Rd, Rapid City, SD
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel and play ground 👌"

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2024

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rapid City
The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection

The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection

3.5 out of 5
445 Mount Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, SD
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Good stay. Needs some refreshment
"Front desk, housekeeping, and bartenders weee great. The restaurant is dark and often the staff seem tired. The fitness center frequently had out of order equipment that needed maintenance or replacement. Fantastic location to access walking trails along Rapid Creek and downtown restaurants."

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2024

The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
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Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a £25.00 / 45.00 Euro service fee charged by ebookers, plus any airline fare and tax increase that may be applicable.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.