On this page, you can book flight tickets for the route from Rapid City to Denver. The distance between the cities is 504 km, and the flight frequency reaches approximately 32 flights per week. Before your trip, we recommend exploring the options for how to get to the airport of departure.
Regular flights are operated by UA. Since ticket prices are dynamic, use the low-price calendar and price trend chart, and upon arrival, check out how to get from the airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Rapid City → Denver on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 23 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines. Departures from Rapid City Regional Airport airports, arrivals at Denver International Airport and Centennial Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Rapid City — Denver by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 628 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,040 in b. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Rapid City → Denver, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 573 | low | May | AED 620 | medium | Sep | AED 692 | high |
| Feb | AED 501 | low | Jun | AED 668 | high | Oct | AED 597 | medium |
| Mar | AED 597 | medium | Jul | AED 716 | high | Nov | AED 525 | low |
| Apr | AED 692 | high | Aug | AED 659 | medium | Dec | AED 716 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Denver's climate is characterized by significant temperature fluctuations: the warmest month is July, with an average maximum temperature of 30.5°C. The coldest weather occurs in February, and peak precipitation falls in May.
From a budget perspective, the most advantageous time to plan your flight is in July, when ticket prices start AED 628. Peak prices are typically recorded in October, reaching levels AED 1,014.
September is considered the optimal time for a trip, offering comfortable dry weather while prices remain moderate. It is best to avoid May due to the high probability of prolonged rainfall.
On the air route from Rapid City to Denver, the primary carrier is United Airlines (UA), providing consistent air connectivity between the cities. Approximately 32 flights are operated weekly, including direct options. Detailed information on departure times and available days of the week can be found in the interactive schedule below.
Flights Rapid City — Denver depart from Rapid City Regional Airport and arrive at Denver International Airport and Centennial Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 504 km. A direct flight usually takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes, making this route quick and convenient.
The primary carrier operating regular flights from Rapid City to Denver is United Airlines (UA).
Flights from Rapid City (RAP) arrive at Denver International Airport (DEN). Information on how to get from the airport to the city can be found in the transportation section.
To find the best fares, it is recommended to start monitoring prices 1–2 months before your trip and to use the price trend charts on this page.
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