Direct (nonstop) flights from Rapid City to Minneapolis

2 airlines fly nonstop from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) to Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP). It's 490 miles (789 km), about 1h 37m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

RAP
Rapid City Regional Airport
🇺🇸 Rapid City, USA
MSP
Minneapolis St Paul International
🇺🇸 Minneapolis, USA
Flight Time
1h 37m
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 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
RAP → MSP
Flight Time
1h 37m
Distance
490 mi
Sun Country Airlines SY Sun Country Airlines
Route
RAP → MSP
Flight Time
1h 37m
Distance
490 mi

Alternative Routes

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

RAP DEN (Denver) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 33m (300 mi) Leg 2: 2h (680 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 207 kg CO₂ (+127% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → DEN
1h 33m · 300 mi
View RAP to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → MSP
2h · 680 mi
View DEN to MSP flights →
RAP ORD (Chicago) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 24m (779 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (334 mi) Total: ~4h 2m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+154% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → ORD
2h 24m · 779 mi
View RAP to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → MSP
1h 38m · 334 mi
View ORD to MSP flights →
RAP DTW (Detroit) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 30m (1,002 mi) Leg 2: 1h 51m (528 mi) Total: ~4h 21m 🍃 292 kg CO₂ (+221% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → DTW
2h 30m · 1,002 mi
View RAP to DTW flights →
Leg 2
DTW → MSP
1h 51m · 528 mi
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RAP DFW (Dallas) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 27m (834 mi) Leg 2: 2h 26m (851 mi) Total: ~4h 53m 🍃 337 kg CO₂ (+270% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → DFW
2h 27m · 834 mi
View RAP to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → MSP
2h 26m · 851 mi
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RAP AZA (Mesa) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 23m (872 mi) Leg 2: 3h 3m (1,268 mi) Total: ~5h 26m 🍃 400 kg CO₂ (+340% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RAP → AZA
2h 23m · 872 mi
View RAP to AZA flights →
Leg 2
AZA → MSP
3h 3m · 1,268 mi
View AZA to MSP flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Rapid City (RAP) to Minneapolis (MSP) takes approximately 1 hours and 37 minutes. The distance is 490 miles (789 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Rapid City to Minneapolis?

2 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Rapid City to Minneapolis?

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

How far is Rapid City from Minneapolis?

The flight distance from Rapid City to Minneapolis 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 Rapid City to Minneapolis?

At 1h 37m, 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 Minneapolis?

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

Is the return flight from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis?

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.