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$252+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to San José (SJO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — SJO
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rapid City (RAP) to San José (SJO). 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$620
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$252
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$805
From Rapid City to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Best flights from Rapid City to San José
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Rapid City to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated septiembre 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mar. 1/275:39 amRAP - SJO
1 stop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
mar. 2/106:25 amSJO - RAP
2 stops14h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$620
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mar. 1/275:10 amRAP - SJO
3 stops14h 29mUnited Airlines
mar. 2/106:30 amSJO - RAP
2 stops15h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$630

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

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Rapid City

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

mar. 1/27

5:39 am-2:14 pm

1 stop7h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 2/10

6:25 am-8:11 pm

2 stops14h 46m

$620

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

mar. 1/27

5:10 am-8:39 pm

3 stops14h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 2/10

6:30 am-8:32 pm

2 stops15h 02m

$630

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

sáb. 11/1

4:58 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops20h 41m

$252

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

sáb. 11/1

3:18 pm-11:25 am

2 stops20h 07m

$310

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Deals found on 9/9

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Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated septiembre 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Rapid City to San José. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Rapid City to San José, San José Province?

    There are many flights that can get you from Rapid City to San José, San José Province in 7h 35m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 2607 mi between Rapid City and San José, San José Province.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, San José Province, with prices starting at $606. You may be able to fly from Rapid City to San José, San José Province for 20% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rapid City to San José 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 Rapid City to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Rapid City to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 José

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Rapid City to San José. 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$606Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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