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$586+ 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 2/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — SJO
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Best flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Rapid City to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 2/222:21 pmRAP - SJO
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/33:56 pmSJO - RAP
2 stops22h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$586
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 3/35:40 pmRAP - SJO
2 stops18h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/76:40 amSJO - RAP
2 stops14h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$631
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 2/217:00 amRAP - SJO
2 stops22h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/286:40 amSJO - RAP
3 stops31h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$666
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 2/212:21 pmRAP - SJO
2 stops21h 05mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/2712:23 amSJO - RAP
1 stop14h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$673

Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Costa Rica

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Rapid City

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Sun 2/22

2:21 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

3:56 pm-1:51 pm

2 stops22h 55m

$586

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Tue 3/3

5:40 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops18h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/7

6:40 am-8:33 pm

2 stops14h 53m

$631

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Sat 2/21

7:00 am-6:25 am

2 stops22h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/28

6:40 am-1:13 pm

3 stops31h 33m

$666

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Sat 2/21

2:21 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops21h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

12:23 am-1:51 pm

1 stop14h 28m

$673

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Deals found on 10/29

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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 October 30, 2025.
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
8,998 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

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 American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Rapid City to Costa Rica in about 7h 19m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 16m. 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?

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  • 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$517Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$606Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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