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$302+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to Costa Rica

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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — SJO
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Fri 2/28
Fri 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rapid City to Costa Rica

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$653
(United)

One-way from

$302
(United Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$751
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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 February 23, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/189:05 amRAP - SJO
2 stops27h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/265:30 amSJO - RAP
2 stops16h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$653
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 5/185:36 amRAP - SJO
1 stop16h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/262:10 pmSJO - RAP
2 stops21h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$713
This business-class.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 business-class.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/63:21 pmRAP - SJO
2 stops17h 38mCopa Airlines
Thu 12/118:44 amSJO - RAP
2 stops12h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/22$4,093

Find flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica 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 February 23, 2025.

Fly from

Rapid City

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Sun 5/18

9:05 am-12:26 pm

2 stops27h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/26

5:30 am-10:00 pm

2 stops16h 30m

$653

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Sun 5/18

5:36 am-10:17 pm

1 stop16h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/26

2:10 pm-11:35 am

2 stops21h 25m

$713

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Sun 5/18

7:00 am-12:26 pm

2 stops29h 26m

$302

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Sun 5/18

5:36 am-10:17 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$307

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Sun 5/18

10:12 pm-11:48 am

3 stops37h 36m

$352

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Deals found on 2/21

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Travel insights for flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Rapid City to Costa Rica including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rapid City to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Rapid City to Costa Rica 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.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 February 23, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,746 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,746 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,746 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,746 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rapid City to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rapid City to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Rapid City to Costa Rica 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 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 February 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$537Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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