Rapid City to Austin (RAP–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rapid City to Austin
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,001 mi 2h 43m nonstop +1h ahead 23 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RAP and AUS, connecting options are available through 23 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RAP to AUS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
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2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
583
Candidates
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Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Austin is 1 hour ahead of Rapid City.
RAP: MDT · AUS: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Rapid City, it's 7:00 PM in Austin.
Distance & Flight Time
1,001 mi / 1,611 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 43m.
Getting from AUS

CapMetro Route 20 to downtown Congress Ave costs $1.25 and takes 30–35 minutes. Buses depart from outside the terminal on the lower level. Last bus around midnight; late arrivals need a ride-share.Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level (follow signs to TNCs). Fares run $20–30 to downtown, 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis at the curb: $30–40. Rental car desks are in the main terminal; the QTA (Quick Turnaround Area) is a short shuttle ride. Afternoon and evening arrivals may face longer drive times due to city congestion.

Austin Climate

Humid subtropical climate with hot summers. July and August average 36–38°C with heat indices that can reach 43°C. Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 7–17°C. Austin is vulnerable to rare but severe ice storms. Winter Storm Uri (2021) is the benchmark for worst-case disruption, and they can paralyze the city and airport.

Severe thunderstorms peak April through May with hail and tornado risk. Spring storm systems can cause significant ground delays. October and November are the most reliably stable months.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

RAP–AUS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rapid City to Austin route.
Route details
Distance1,001 mi / 1,611 km
Flight time2h 43m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: RAP
Full nameRapid City Regional Airport
IATA / ICAORAP / KRAP
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr0.8M
Elevation3,204 ft / 977 m
Destination: AUS
Full nameAustin Bergstrom International Airport
IATA / ICAOAUS / KAUS
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr21.4M
Elevation542 ft / 165 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RAP to AUS flights.
Nonstop flights from Rapid City Regional Airport to Austin Bergstrom International Airport take approximately 2h 43m. The route covers 1,001 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from RAP to AUS.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SAT, HOU, COS, AZA, IFP, SLC, SNA, FAT, MTH, SFB, SFO, LGA, YEG, MIA, BOS, DEN, DFW, MSP, ORD, IAH, CLT, LAS and ATL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Austin is 1 hour ahead of Rapid City.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from RAP to AUS

Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RAP to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RAP to AUS ranges from 2 hours 43 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,001 miles (1,611 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SAT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.