Direct (nonstop) flights from Minneapolis to Rapid City

2 airlines fly nonstop from Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP) to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP). It's 490 miles (789 km), about 1h 48m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

MSP
Minneapolis St Paul International
🇺🇸 Minneapolis, USA
RAP
Rapid City Regional Airport
🇺🇸 Rapid City, USA
Flight Time
1h 48m
Distance
490 mi
789 km
CO₂/pax
91 kg
−116 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Delta Air Lines +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Sun Country Airlines Sun Country Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
MSP → RAP
Flight Time
1h 48m
Distance
490 mi
Sun Country Airlines SY Sun Country Airlines
Route
MSP → RAP
Flight Time
1h 48m
Distance
490 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Minneapolis to Rapid City with one stop · direct emits 91 kg CO₂ per passenger

MSP DEN (Denver) RAP
Leg 1: 2h 11m (680 mi) Leg 2: 1h 22m (300 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 207 kg CO₂ (+127% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → DEN
2h 11m · 680 mi
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Leg 2
DEN → RAP
1h 22m · 300 mi
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MSP ORD (Chicago) RAP
Leg 1: 1h 41m (334 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (779 mi) Total: ~4h 16m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+154% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → ORD
1h 41m · 334 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → RAP
2h 35m · 779 mi
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MSP DTW (Detroit) RAP
Leg 1: 1h 44m (528 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (1,002 mi) Total: ~4h 24m 🍃 292 kg CO₂ (+221% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → DTW
1h 44m · 528 mi
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Leg 2
DTW → RAP
2h 40m · 1,002 mi
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MSP DFW (Dallas) RAP
Leg 1: 2h 39m (851 mi) Leg 2: 2h 27m (834 mi) Total: ~5h 6m 🍃 337 kg CO₂ (+270% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → DFW
2h 39m · 851 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → RAP
2h 27m · 834 mi
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MSP AZA (Mesa) RAP
Leg 1: 3h 23m (1,268 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (872 mi) Total: ~5h 38m 🍃 400 kg CO₂ (+340% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MSP → AZA
3h 23m · 1,268 mi
View MSP to AZA flights →
Leg 2
AZA → RAP
2h 15m · 872 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Minneapolis to Rapid City?

A nonstop flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Rapid City (RAP) takes approximately 1 hours and 48 minutes. The distance is 490 miles (789 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Minneapolis to Rapid City?

2 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Rapid City?

Yes. 2 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

How far is Minneapolis from Rapid City?

The flight distance from Minneapolis to Rapid City is 490 miles (789 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Minneapolis to Rapid City?

At 1h 48m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Minneapolis to Rapid City?

Roughly 91 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 455 km.

Is the return flight from Rapid City to Minneapolis also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Minneapolis to Rapid City?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Minneapolis St Paul International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.