Denver to Rapid City (DEN–RAP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DEN–RAP is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 301 miles in approximately 1h 13m. Beyond nonstop, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: CM | 76 | 738, 739, 7M9, CR2, CR7, CRJ, E70 | 1h13-1h30 | Star Alliance | CM |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Rapid City from Denver
| Metric | DEN→RAP | COS→RAP |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DEN | – | 73 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 83 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 13m | 0h 57m |
| Departure OTP | 77% | – |
Travel Essentials
DEN: MDT · RAP: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Denver, it's 6:00 PM in Rapid City.
RTD A Line commuter rail runs from Denver Union Station to the airport (37 min, $10.50). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours. The airport is 25 miles northeast of downtown; ride-shares cost $35–55 and take 30–45 minutes depending on I-70 traffic.Economy parking in lots 4–6 connects via free shuttle. Mountain shuttle services depart from Jeppesen Terminal's Ground Transportation level.
DEN–RAP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DEN to RAP
Denver International Airport (DEN) and Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 83 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DEN to RAP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DEN to RAP ranges from 1 hours 13 minutes to 1 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 301 miles (484 km). There are approximately 83 weekly flights outbound and 98 return, totaling 181 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via COS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Colorado Springs (COS).