$166 Flights from Rapid City Regional (RAP) to Sioux Falls (FSD)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rapid City Regional to Sioux Falls flights are currently cheapest in January.

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Rapid City to Sioux Falls: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$166
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time1 hr, 21 mins
Most popular airlineEmpire Airlines
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Rapid City Regional to Sioux Falls: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Rapid City Regional to Sioux Falls is $258. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Rapid City Regional to Sioux Falls.
Empire Airlines flies direct from Rapid City Regional to Sioux Falls.
There are 5 flights per week flying from Rapid City Regional to Sioux Falls, as of January 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Rapid City Regional to Sioux Falls is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rapid City Regional Airport to Sioux Falls Airport on Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 21 minutes.
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We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sioux Falls is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sioux Falls.

Traveling from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) to Joe Foss Field Airport (FSD): what you need to know

  • Your RAP to FSD flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rapid City Regional Airport to Joe Foss Field Airport. These are the top stopovers between RAP and FSD:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) to Joe Foss Field Airport (FSD)

  • $166 is the best price for a one-way Rapid City Regional Airport to Joe Foss Field Airport flight. A return flight starts from $258. These prices may change based on availability.

  • To find cheap tickets from RAP to FSD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Rapid City Regional Airport to Joe Foss Field Airport.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RAP to FSD.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rapid City Regional Airport to Joe Foss Field Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)

  • You'll find RAP at 4550 Terminal Road, Suite 102.

  • 77.55% of flights that depart Rapid City Regional Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • Rapid City Regional Airport is around 11 miles from central Rapid City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Rapid City Regional Airport to Joe Foss Field Airport, have a look at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rapid City. It's a short ride from RAP.

Arriving at Joe Foss Field Airport (FSD)

Getting from Joe Foss Field Airport (FSD) to central Sioux Falls

  • You'll find FSD at 2801 Jaycee Lane.

  • Joe Foss Field Airport to the center of Sioux Falls has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 miles away.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Joe Foss Field Airport (FSD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Rapid City Regional Airport to Joe Foss Field Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Sioux Falls based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • When booking your flight from Rapid City Regional Airport to Joe Foss Field Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Sioux Falls, with the temperature ranging from 57ºF to 88ºF.

  • January has average temperatures of between 1ºF and 32ºF. Look for cheap tickets from RAP to FSD sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done Sioux Falls, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 160 miles south to Omaha to check off its popular sights. From Old Market to Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in United States, head for Minneapolis, about 200 miles north-east of Sioux Falls. Walker Art Center, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are key reasons to visit.

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