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$290+ Cheap flights from Rapid City to San Jose (RAP - SJC)

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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — SJC
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rapid City (RAP) to San Jose (SJC). 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 16, 2025.

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$290
(United Airlines)
From Rapid City to San Jose
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/85:30 amRAP - SJC
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/113:55 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 11/16:05 amRAP - SJC
2 stops10h 52mDelta
Sat 11/86:20 amSJC - RAP
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/16$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/18:45 amRAP - SJC
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/812:30 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/145:30 amRAP - SJC
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/158:45 amSJC - RAP
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/259:00 amRAP - SJC
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/264:05 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$478
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 9/295:30 amRAP - SJC
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/33:55 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$481
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 9/296:27 amRAP - SJC
2 stops9h 18mDelta
Fri 10/31:30 pmSJC - RAP
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/14$486
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/86:05 amRAP - SJC
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Sat 10/116:59 pmSJC - RAP
2 stops13h 54mDelta
Deal found 9/14$490

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to San Jose that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rapid City to San Jose that are best for you.

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Rapid City

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San Jose

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Depart

Return

Price

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Wed 10/8

5:30 am-9:52 am

1 stop5h 22m

San Jose

Sat 10/11

3:55 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$290

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Sat 11/1

6:05 am-3:57 pm

2 stops10h 52m

San Jose

Sat 11/8

6:20 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$329

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Sat 11/1

8:45 am-1:42 pm

1 stop5h 57m

San Jose

Sat 11/8

12:30 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$339

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Wed 3/4

7:05 am-1:36 pm

1 stop7h 31m

San Jose

Sat 3/7

8:25 am-2:43 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$372

Rapid CitySan Jose

RAP - SJC

RAPSJC

Rapid City

Fri 10/10

12:56 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$336

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Deals found on 9/14

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Rapid City to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 San Jose. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Rapid City to San Jose 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
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Rapid City to San Jose can take about 5h 22m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $290. Rapid City and San Jose are separated by a distance of 1087 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Rapid City to San Jose round-trip from $328.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Rapid City to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 Rapid City to San Jose

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Rapid City to San Jose. 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$328Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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