Rapid City to Dallas-Fort Worth (RAP–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AA3445
AA American
E70
5:32 AM
CDT
9:10 AM
MDT
2h 38m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA4277
AA American
E75
6:00 AM
CDT
9:28 AM
MDT
2h 28m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA3801
AA American
E75
1:08 PM
CDT
4:33 PM
MDT
2h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA3535
AA American
E75
2:21 PM
CDT
5:51 PM
MDT
2h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA4145
AA American
E75
4:57 PM
CDT
8:24 PM
MDT
2h 27m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA3801
AA American
E75
11:10 AM
MDT
12:38 PM
CDT
2h 28m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA3984
AA American
E75
12:21 PM
MDT
1:51 PM
CDT
2h 30m
M T W T F S S
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AA4145
AA American
E75
3:01 PM
MDT
4:27 PM
CDT
2h 26m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA3567
AA American
E75
8:31 PM
MDT
9:58 PM
CDT
2h 27m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA3439
AA American
E70
9:05 PM
MDT TB
10:36 PM+1
CDT
2h 31m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Rapid City to Dallas-Fort Worth
1 carrier, 35 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 35 Flights/wk 836 mi 2h 25m nonstop -1h behind 9 1-stop hubs

RAP–DFW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 836 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 9 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop RAP–DFW service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AA American Airlines 35 E70, E75 2h25-2h38 80% Oneworld
Aircraft on this route
E70 Embraer 170 – AA
E75 Embraer E175 – AA
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AA (35 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, RAP to DFW direction.
Mon
5
flights
Tue
5
flights
Wed
5
flights
Thu
5
flights
Fri
5
flights
Sat
5
flights
Sun
5
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
5
Nonstop flights
35
Outbound / wk
35
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RAP to DFW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~20h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
585
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
RAP → DFW
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
80%
Arriving
88%
Return
DFW → RAP
68%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
68%
Arriving
50%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. RAP delays → DFW delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Dallas-Fort Worth is 1 hour behind Rapid City.
RAP: CDT · DFW: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Rapid City, it's 5:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Distance & Flight Time
836 mi / 1,345 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 25m to 2h 38m.
Getting from DFW

DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.

Dallas-Fort Worth Climate

Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.

Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.

RAP–DFW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rapid City to Dallas-Fort Worth route.
Route details
Distance836 mi / 1,345 km
Flight time2h 25m to 2h 38m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights35 out / 35 return
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: RAP
IATA / ICAORAP / KRAP
TimezoneAmerica/North_Dakota/New_Salem
Passengers/yr0.8M
Elevation3,204 ft / 977 m
Destination: DFW
IATA / ICAODFW / KDFW
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr87.8M
Elevation607 ft / 185 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RAP to DFW flights.
Nonstop flights from Rapid City Regional Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport take approximately 2h 25m to 2h 38m. The route covers 836 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: American Airlines.
There are approximately 35 nonstop flights per week from RAP to DFW. The return direction has about 35 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SLC, LGA, BOS, MIA, ORD, MSP, FSD, DEN and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Dallas-Fort Worth is 1 hour behind Rapid City.
Yes, return flights from DFW to RAP are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 DFW

Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

RAP to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RAP to DFW ranges from 2 hours 25 minutes to 2 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 836 miles (1,345 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 70 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SLC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.