SJC - RAP

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Cheapest round-trip
$369
Typical prices: $432-$490
United Airlines
Sun 12/9Wed 12/12
SJC - RAP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$329
Typical prices: $266-$442
Delta
Fri 3/23
SJC - RAP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Jose and Rapid City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 29% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $403 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 6h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Rapid City (SJC-RAP)

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

Thu, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 3
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2:44 pm - 9:27 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
5h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:17 pm - 2:30 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
17h 13m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
$323Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 3
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2:44 pm - 9:27 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
5h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:17 pm - 5:04 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
19h 47m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$353Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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8:45 am - 5:13 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
7h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 1:12 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
7h 12m1 stop Denver Intl
$369United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:20 am - 3:53 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
8h 33m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:42 am - 4:07 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
10h 25m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
$374Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:38 am - 10:46 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
12h 08m2 stops Los Angeles Minneapolis St Paul
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6:42 am - 5:23 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
11h 41m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles
$379Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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8:45 am - 5:18 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
7h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 1:21 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
7h 21m1 stop Denver Intl
$479United Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 27
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3:48 pm - 10:17 amSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
17h 29m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:17 pm - 2:30 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
41h 13m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
$518Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 27
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3:48 pm - 10:17 amSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
17h 29m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:17 pm - 4:41 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
19h 24m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$581Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
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1:00 pm - 7:19 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
5h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:12 am - 3:08 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
4h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
$585United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:20 am - 1:43 pmSJC  San Jose-RAP Rapid City
6h 23m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:45 am - 3:53 pmRAP  Rapid City-SJC San Jose
10h 08m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
$892Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Rapid City flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Rapid City typically range from $432 to $490. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $369, on United Airlines.

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Key details for San Jose to Rapid City flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$329
Beat the crowds with an average 85% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 124% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Jose to Rapid City

When to book flights from San Jose to Rapid City

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Jose to Rapid City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

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

    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 San Jose to Rapid City flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to Rapid City range from $432 to $490, with an average of $490 over the past 12 months. Anything below $432 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Jose to Rapid City 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 $369 to $1,647. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Jose to Rapid City looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Jose to Rapid City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $441, which is 38% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Rapid City Airport (RAP)?

    Rapid City Airport (RAP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $112 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Movly

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 81% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from San Jose to Rapid City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $391 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $620, a difference of $229.

    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 San Jose to Rapid City?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 23m, compared with 6h 28m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 59m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

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

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

Your guide to booking San Jose to Rapid City 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $391, about $229 less than Friday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Rapid City trip for October. Fares historically average $348 round-trip in that month - typically $416 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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