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$717+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Costa Rica

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — SJO
May 2 — May 91
Sat 5/2
Sat 5/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/235:53 pm
RAP
-
SJO
2 stops25h 44m
United Airlines
Wed 8/261:25 pm
SJO
-
RAP
2 stops22h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29$717
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/114:55 pm
RAP
-
SJO
2 stops20h 05m
American Airlines
Sat 7/1811:41 pm
SJO
-
RAP
1 stop16h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/29$728
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1012:41 pm
RAP
-
SJO
1 stop9h 57m
American Airlines
Sat 7/1811:41 pm
SJO
-
RAP
1 stop10h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/29$748

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Round-trip from

$717
(United Airlines)
From Rapid City to Costa Rica
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Cheapest round-trip

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Sun 8/23

5:53 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops25h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/26

1:25 pm-12:24 pm

2 stops22h 59m

$717

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Sat 7/11

4:55 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops20h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/18

11:41 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 39m

$728
Quickest round-trip

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Fri 7/10

12:41 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop9h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/18

11:41 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 39m

$748

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Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Rica. Reviews last updated April 2, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Rapid City to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,533 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,533 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,533 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,549 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,533 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rapid City to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica?

    Rapid City (RAP), located 9.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica.

  • How long is the flight from Rapid City to Costa Rica?

    Airlines like United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Rapid City to Costa Rica in about 20h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 39m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2607 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rapid City to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Rapid City to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$506Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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