Houston to Rapid City (IAH–RAP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAH–RAP had nonstop service from United Airlines, last on the schedule in August 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 1,060 miles in 2h 41m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 1 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Rapid City from Houston
| Metric | IAH→RAP | HOU→RAP |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | – |
| Flight time | 2h 41m | 2h 48m |
| Departure OTP | 86% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · RAP: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 5:00 PM in Rapid City.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–RAP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to RAP
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) had nonstop service from United Airlines, last on the schedule in August 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
IAH to RAP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to RAP is about 2 hours 41 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,060 miles (1,705 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dallas Fort Worth, Denver and Minneapolis–Saint Paul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU).