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$666+ Cheap flights from Rapid City (RAP) to San José (SJO)

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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RAP — SJO
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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 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 March 31, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$666
(United)

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April

Cheapest in

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Average price

$667
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Cheapest flights from Rapid City to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rapid City to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/288:52 amRAP - SJO
3 stops34h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/51:30 pmSJO - RAP
2 stops21h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$666
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/285:36 amRAP - SJO
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/52:10 pmSJO - RAP
2 stops21h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$676

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Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Mon 4/28

8:52 am-7:37 pm

3 stops34h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

1:30 pm-10:58 am

2 stops21h 28m

$666

Rapid CitySan José

RAP - SJO

RAPSJO

Rapid City

Mon 4/28

5:36 am-1:19 pm

1 stop7h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

2:10 pm-11:19 am

2 stops21h 09m

$676

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Deals found on 3/30

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

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.

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province 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 San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, 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 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 March 31, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rapid City to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, San José Province, with prices starting at $666. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $676 round trip. You may be able to fly from Rapid City to San José, San José Province for 12% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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?

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

  • 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

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