Direct (nonstop) flights from Rapid City to Denver

1 airline flys nonstop from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) to Denver International (DEN). It's 300 miles (483 km), about 1h 33m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

RAP
Rapid City Regional Airport
🇺🇸 Rapid City, USA
DEN
Denver International
🇺🇸 Denver, USA
Flight Time
1h 33m
Distance
300 mi
483 km
CO₂/pax
56 kg
−186 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
RAP → DEN
Flight Time
1h 33m
Distance
300 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Rapid City to Denver with one stop · direct emits 56 kg CO₂ per passenger

RAP MSP (Minneapolis) DEN
Leg 1: 1h 37m (490 mi) Leg 2: 2h 11m (680 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+332% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → MSP
1h 37m · 490 mi
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Leg 2
MSP → DEN
2h 11m · 680 mi
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RAP PHX (Phoenix) DEN
Leg 1: 2h 26m (875 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (600 mi) Total: ~4h 16m 🍃 298 kg CO₂ (+432% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → PHX
2h 26m · 875 mi
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Leg 2
PHX → DEN
1h 50m · 600 mi
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RAP LAS (Las Vegas) DEN
Leg 1: 2h 24m (842 mi) Leg 2: 1h 59m (628 mi) Total: ~4h 23m 🍃 297 kg CO₂ (+430% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → LAS
2h 24m · 842 mi
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Leg 2
LAS → DEN
1h 59m · 628 mi
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RAP DFW (Dallas) DEN
Leg 1: 2h 27m (834 mi) Leg 2: 2h 11m (641 mi) Total: ~4h 38m 🍃 298 kg CO₂ (+432% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → DFW
2h 27m · 834 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → DEN
2h 11m · 641 mi
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RAP ORD (Chicago) DEN
Leg 1: 2h 24m (779 mi) Leg 2: 2h 51m (888 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 333 kg CO₂ (+495% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → ORD
2h 24m · 779 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → DEN
2h 51m · 888 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Rapid City (RAP) to Denver (DEN) takes approximately 1 hours and 33 minutes. The distance is 300 miles (483 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Rapid City to Denver?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Rapid City to Denver?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Rapid City from Denver?

The flight distance from Rapid City to Denver is 300 miles (483 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 Rapid City to Denver?

At 1h 33m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 56 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 280 km.

Is the return flight from Denver to Rapid City 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 Rapid City to Denver?

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 Rapid City Regional Airport for this flight?

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