RAP - SJC

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Cheapest round-trip
$479
Typical prices: $449-$668
United Airlines
Fri 2/2Tue 2/6
RAP - SJC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Rapid City and San Jose. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $449 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rapid City to San Jose (RAP-SJC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rapid City to San Jose

Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
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2:40 pm - 9:03 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
7h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:45 am - 4:00 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
6h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$469United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
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8:30 am - 1:22 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
5h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:05 pm - 10:34 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
5h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
$479United Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Fri, Jan 1
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3:55 pm - 8:58 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
6h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:26 pm - 10:35 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
7h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$482United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Fri, Jan 1
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8:15 am - 1:24 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
6h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:26 pm - 10:35 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
7h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$512United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Sat, Jan 2
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10:04 am - 2:30 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
29h 26m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
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6:02 pm - 9:27 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
26h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$536Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
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11:28 am - 10:22 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
11h 54m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:20 am - 3:54 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
8h 34m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$559Delta
Tue, Dec 22 - Sat, Jan 2
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10:04 am - 5:04 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
8h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:02 pm - 9:27 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
26h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$575Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Sat, Jan 2
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10:04 am - 5:04 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
8h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:25 pm - 9:27 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
29h 02m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$599Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
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11:28 am - 7:49 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
9h 21m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles
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6:00 am - 3:54 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
8h 54m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$609Delta
Tue, Dec 22 - Sat, Jan 2
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8:15 am - 1:24 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
6h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:26 pm - 10:35 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
7h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$624United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rapid City to San Jose flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Rapid City to San Jose?

Round-trip flights from Rapid City to San Jose typically range from $449 to $668. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $479, on United Airlines.

Key details for Rapid City to San Jose flights

Cheapest flight

$479
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Rapid City to San Jose

When to book flights from Rapid City to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Rapid City to San Jose based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Rapid City to San Jose flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Rapid City to San Jose?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Rapid City to San Jose.

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

    A nonstop flight from Rapid City to San Jose takes 00m, covering 1,087 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Rapid City to San Jose?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Rapid City to San Jose flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rapid City to San Jose range from $449 to $668, with an average of $602 over the past 12 months. Anything below $449 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Rapid City to San Jose changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $479 to $1,841. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

    San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $58 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Rapid City to San Jose?

    Flights from Rapid City to San Jose usually depart from Rapid City (RAP) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Rapid City to San Jose pass through?

    One-stop flights from Rapid City to San Jose most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Rapid City to San Jose?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Rapid City to San Jose. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $449 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $696, a difference of $247.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Rapid City to San Jose?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 06m, compared with 7h 29m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 7h 48m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Rapid City and San Jose?

    San Jose is 1 hour behind Rapid City (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Jose?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Rapid City to San Jose flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $449, about $247 less than Monday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rapid City to San Jose trip for February. Fares historically average $449 round-trip in that month - typically $307 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.

    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
    • Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
    • Hampton Inn & Suites San Jose Airport

More options for your flight from Rapid City to San Jose

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