What is the cheapest way to get from Fairbanks to Rapid City?

The cheapest way to get from Fairbanks to Rapid City is to fly which costs $210 - $850 and takes 12h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fairbanks to Rapid City?

The fastest way to get from Fairbanks to Rapid City is to fly which takes 12h 39m and costs $210 - $850.

How far is it from Fairbanks to Rapid City?

The distance between Fairbanks and Rapid City is 2258 miles. The road distance is 2840.5 miles.

How long does it take to get from Fairbanks to Rapid City?

It takes approximately 12h 39m to get from Fairbanks to Rapid City, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Fairbanks and Rapid City?

Rapid City is 2h ahead of Fairbanks. It is currently 7:13 AM in Fairbanks and 9:13 AM in Rapid City.

Can I drive from Fairbanks to Rapid City?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairbanks to Rapid City is 2841 miles. It takes approximately 2 days 4h to drive from Fairbanks to Rapid City.

Where can I stay near Rapid City?

There are 215+ hotels available in Rapid City.

Fairbanks to Rapid City - 3 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Fairbanks to Rapid City by plane, car, or bus

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Fly to Rapid City
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1. Fly from Fairbanks (FAI) to Rapid City (RAP)plane FAI - RAP
12h 39m
$214–820
Drive 2,824 mi
1. Drive from Fairbanks to Rapid Citycar 2,824 mi
2d 4h
$516–745
Fly to Gillette-Campbell County Airport, bus
1. Fly from Fairbanks (FAI) to Gillette-Campbell County Airport (GCC)plane FAI - GCC
2. Take the bus from Gillette to Rapid Citybus
15h 42m
$253–877

Fairbanks (FAI) to Rapid City (RAP) flights

21Weekly Planes

10h 18mAverage Duration

$201Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,245.3 mi
Duration: 12h 39m

What companies run services between Fairbanks, AK, USA and Rapid City, SD, USA?

United Airlines and Delta fly from Fairbanks (FAI) to Rapid City (RAP) 3 times a day.

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