Travelling from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT): what you need to know
Pittsburgh is two hours ahead of Rapid City and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your RAP to PIT flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rapid City Regional Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RAP and PIT:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Rapid City Regional Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport flight is 265 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 352 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from RAP to PIT, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
RAP is located at 4550 Terminal Road, Suite 102.
Rapid City Regional Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from RAP make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Central Rapid City to Rapid City Regional Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Rapid City Regional Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport, take a look at La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark. It's a short ride from RAP.
Arriving at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Reserve a hotel near PIT if you're on a late Rapid City Regional Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Pittsburgh International Airport rental car and explore Pittsburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Pittsburgh International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to central Pittsburgh
PIT is located at 1000 Airport Boulevard.
Pittsburgh International Airport to the centre of Pittsburgh has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Rapid City Regional Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Pittsburgh. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Rapid City Regional Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Pittsburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RAP to PIT around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Pittsburgh, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 418 kilometres east to Philadelphia to tick off its top attractions. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of the United States, head for Columbus, roughly 257 kilometres west of Pittsburgh. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre are key reasons to visit.
