Travelling from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP): what you need to know
Get your trip started at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), the main airport in Las Vegas. Look for flights from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) that fly out of this base.
The average time for a direct flight from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Rapid City Regional Airport is located in Rapid City. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Las Vegas.
With 2 direct flights a week between the two airports, Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) is the busiest route. Allegiant Air operates the earliest flight at 06:50. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from LAS to RAP is with Allegiant Air at 18:14.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Las Vegas to RAP. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a peak month like October, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) depart from this terminal.
Allegiant Air is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport departing from LAS.
LAS is about 19 kilometres from central Las Vegas. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
Once your flight from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport has landed, kick back and relax at a nearby hotel. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rapid City is a good option just a short drive from RAP.
Getting from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) to central Rapid City
Rapid City Regional Airport to central Rapid City takes around 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport is $84. The cheapest price for a return flight is $167. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find flight tickets from Las Vegas to RAP when you book 10 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey are usually at their lowest.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices fall. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Las Vegas to RAP.
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The best time to fly from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Rapid City, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Rapid City is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Las Vegas to RAP in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport in February when temperatures average between -16ºC and 7ºC.
More about Rapid City
Start your Rapid City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Las Vegas to Rapid City Regional Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Dinosaur Park, Storybook Island and Museum of Geology are attractions you won't want to skip in Rapid City.
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