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$289+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Rapid City (SJC - RAP)

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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — RAP
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Rapid City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) to Rapid City (RAP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(United Airlines)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$338
From San Jose to Rapid City
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Rapid City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Rapid City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 9/263:55 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/304:35 pmRAP - SJC
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/23:55 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/74:35 pmRAP - SJC
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/512:30 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/135:50 pmRAP - SJC
1 stop17h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$420
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/211:15 amSJC - RAP
2 stops10h 15mDelta
Tue 10/76:05 amRAP - SJC
2 stops13h 14mDelta
Deal found 9/10$434
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2611:15 amSJC - RAP
2 stops10h 15mDelta
Tue 9/306:27 amRAP - SJC
2 stops9h 18mDelta
Deal found 9/11$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/283:55 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/111:15 amRAP - SJC
1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$540
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 9/243:45 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/283:20 pmRAP - SJC
1 stop23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$834
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/56:00 amSJC - RAP
2 stops10h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/1312:18 pmRAP - SJC
2 stops11h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,577

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

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San JoseRapid City

SJC - RAP

SJCRAP

San Jose

Fri 9/26

3:55 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Rapid City

Tue 9/30

4:35 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$289

San JoseRapid City

SJC - RAP

SJCRAP

San Jose

Sat 3/7

8:25 am-5:07 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Rapid City

Wed 3/11

10:35 am-5:43 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$339

San JoseRapid City

SJC - RAP

SJCRAP

San Jose

Thu 10/2

3:55 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Rapid City

Tue 10/7

4:35 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$339

San JoseRapid City

SJC - RAP

SJCRAP

San Jose

Sun 10/5

12:30 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Rapid City

Mon 10/13

5:50 pm-9:52 am

1 stop17h 02m

$420

San JoseRapid City

SJC - RAP

SJCRAP

San Jose

Thu 10/2

11:15 am-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Rapid City

Tue 10/7

6:05 am-6:19 pm

2 stops13h 14m

$434

San JoseRapid City

SJC - RAP

SJCRAP

San Jose

Fri 9/26

11:15 am-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Rapid City

Tue 9/30

6:27 am-2:45 pm

2 stops9h 18m

$469

San JoseRapid City

SJC - RAP

SJCRAP

San Jose

Sat 3/7

6:30 am-3:14 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Rapid City

Wed 3/11

4:00 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$487

San JoseRapid City

SJC - RAP

SJCRAP

San Jose

Sun 9/28

3:55 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Rapid City

Wed 10/1

11:15 am-5:17 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$540

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Deals found on 9/11

Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Rapid City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Rapid City

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Rapid City?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from San Jose to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $502). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Rapid City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rapid City. 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 Rapid City. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from San Jose to Rapid City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from San Jose to Rapid City?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from San Jose to Rapid City in about 5h 17m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . San Jose and Rapid City are separated by a distance of 1087 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Jose to Rapid City round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $304, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Jose to Rapid City.. United Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Rapid City?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Rapid City?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Rapid City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Rapid City (average of $348). Flying from San Jose to Rapid City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $502). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from San Jose to Rapid City

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Jose to Rapid City. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$304Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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