Direct (nonstop) flights from Rapid City to Houston

1 airline flys nonstop from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) to George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH). It's 1,058 miles (1,702 km), about 2h 55m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

RAP
Rapid City Regional Airport
🇺🇸 Rapid City, USA
✈
IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,058 mi
1,702 km
CO₂/pax
179 kg
−42 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines
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Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
RAP → IAH
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,058 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Rapid City to Houston with one stop · direct emits 179 kg CO₂ per passenger

RAP → DFW (Dallas) → IAH
Leg 1: 2h 27m (834 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (224 mi) Total: ~3h 42m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → DFW
2h 27m · 834 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → IAH
1h 15m · 224 mi
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RAP → DEN (Denver) → IAH
Leg 1: 1h 33m (300 mi) Leg 2: 2h 33m (861 mi) Total: ~4h 6m 🍃 240 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → DEN
1h 33m · 300 mi
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Leg 2
DEN → IAH
2h 33m · 861 mi
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RAP → MSP (Minneapolis) → IAH
Leg 1: 1h 37m (490 mi) Leg 2: 3h 1m (1,034 mi) Total: ~4h 38m 🍃 291 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → MSP
1h 37m · 490 mi
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Leg 2
MSP → IAH
3h 1m · 1,034 mi
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RAP → PHX (Phoenix) → IAH
Leg 1: 2h 26m (875 mi) Leg 2: 2h 37m (1,008 mi) Total: ~5h 3m 🍃 357 kg CO₂ (+99% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → PHX
2h 26m · 875 mi
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Leg 2
PHX → IAH
2h 37m · 1,008 mi
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RAP → ATL (Atlanta) → IAH
Leg 1: 3h 2m (1,229 mi) Leg 2: 2h 18m (688 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 360 kg CO₂ (+101% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → ATL
3h 2m · 1,229 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → IAH
2h 18m · 688 mi
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IAH → RAP: Flights from Houston to Rapid City

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🇺🇸 DTW Detroit
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🇺🇸 AZA Mesa
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🇺🇸 LAS Las Vegas
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🇺🇸 DFW Dallas
2h 27m
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Direct flights from Houston (IAH)

🇺🇸 LCH Lake Charles
58m
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🇺🇸 VCT Victoria
1h 2m
122 mi
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🇺🇸 AUS Austin
1h 4m
140 mi
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🇺🇸 SAT San Antonio
1h 8m
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🇺🇸 AEX Alexandria
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🇺🇸 LFT Lafayette
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🇺🇸 SHV Shreveport
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🇺🇸 CRP Corpus Christi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Rapid City (RAP) to Houston (IAH) takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,058 miles (1,702 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Rapid City to Houston?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Rapid City to Houston?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Rapid City from Houston?

The flight distance from Rapid City to Houston is 1,058 miles (1,702 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Rapid City to Houston?

At 2h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 179 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 895 km.

Is the return flight from Houston 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 Houston?

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.