Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SLC to RAP flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Salt Lake City International Airport to Rapid City Regional Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SLC and RAP:
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
$361 is currently the best price for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Rapid City Regional Airport flight. A return flight starts from $401. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SLC to RAP if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Rapid City Regional Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SLC to RAP by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Rapid City Regional Airport.
Handy information about Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
SLC is located at 776 North Terminal Drive.
Salt Lake City International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SLC land on schedule 82.4% of the time.
Salt Lake City International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Salt Lake City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near SLC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Rapid City Regional Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
Consider staying at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rapid City after arriving from your Salt Lake City International Airport to Rapid City Regional Airport flight. It's not too far from RAP and a great option if you want to freshen up right away.
Travel at your own speed with a Rapid City Regional Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Enterprise and find adventure across Rapid City and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Rapid City Regional Airport several weeks before your trip to get the lowest price possible. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) to central Rapid City
RAP is located at 4550 Terminal Road, Suite 102.
Rapid City Regional Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Rapid City. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
The quietest month for a flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Rapid City Regional Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Rapid City based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Rapid City is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Rapid City Regional Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from SLC to RAP in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -16ºC (3ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Rapid City has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 418 kilometres south of Rapid City, a trip to Fort Collins will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Jack Lantern's Northern Colorado Corn Maze, Fort Collins Country Club and State Fort Collins.
If you want to check out another side of United States, head for Thornton, about 483 kilometres south of Rapid City. Margaret W Carpenter Recreation Centre, Thorncreek Golf Course and Avaya are key reasons to visit.
