Travelling from Houston to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) setting off from either of these.
Rapid City is one hour behind Houston. Rapid City Regional Airport is located in Rapid City, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Houston to RAP, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Houston to Rapid City Regional Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
78.42% of flights taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Houston to RAP flight? Relax in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Most flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport arrive at their destination as expected. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
Get off your flight from Houston to Rapid City Regional Airport and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option a quick drive from RAP, head for La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark.
You'll find RAP at 4550 Terminal Road, Suite 102.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
Currently, $213 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Rapid City Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $487. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Houston to RAP if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Houston to Rapid City Regional Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
August is when most people book flights from Houston to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP). Visit Rapid City in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Houston to RAP flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Rapid City, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has temperatures of between -16ºC (3ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Rapid City Regional Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rapid City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Rapid City right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Houston to Rapid City Regional Airport:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Rapid City when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Dinosaur Park followed by Skyline Wilderness West Dinosaur Trailhead and President Abraham Lincoln Statue.
Explore more of the United States
Rapid City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres south-west of Rapid City, a trip to Casper will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Nicolaysen Art Museum, Casper Mountain Lookout and White Water Park.
Around 193 kilometres west of Rapid City, Gillette is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Eldridge Park, Gillette Brewing Company and The O-SO Fun Dog Park.
