Rapid City to Dallas-Fort Worth (RAP–DFW) — 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.
RAP–DFW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 836 miles in approximately 2h 22m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: QR | 28 | E70, E75 | 2h19-2h28 | Oneworld | QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
RAP: MDT · DFW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rapid City, it's 7:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
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.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RAP to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RAP to DFW is about 2 hours 22 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 836 miles (1,345 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 77 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver, Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Phoenix Sky Harbor. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.