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$294+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Bismarck (DSM - BIS)

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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BIS
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Bismarck

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Bismarck
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/275:55 pmDSM - BIS
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Wed 12/317:38 amBIS - DSM
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/11$588
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/278:00 amDSM - BIS
2 stops12h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/311:49 pmBIS - DSM
2 stops24h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,171

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Bismarck (BIS). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$294
(United Airlines)

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Des MoinesBismarck

DSM - BIS

DSMBIS

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

9:03 am-4:32 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Bismarck

Mon 2/2

5:10 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$294

Des MoinesBismarck

DSM - BIS

DSMBIS

Des Moines

Sat 2/7

1:35 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Bismarck

Tue 2/10

5:10 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$388

Des MoinesBismarck

DSM - BIS

DSMBIS

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

10:59 am-4:34 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Bismarck

Mon 2/2

1:31 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops7h 23m

$392

Des MoinesBismarck

DSM - BIS

DSMBIS

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

10:59 am-4:34 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Bismarck

Fri 1/30

5:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

$449

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Deals found on 12/11

Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Bismarck

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Bismarck in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Bismarck flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Bismarck flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Bismarck flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Bismarck flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Bismarck flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Bismarck

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bismarck. 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 Bismarck. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Bismarck have to say. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Bismarck. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Bismarck?

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from Des Moines to Bismarck in just under 5h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 54m. The distance between Des Moines and Bismarck is about 504 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Bismarck round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Bismarck round-trip from $248. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. These flights start at 51% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Bismarck that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Bismarck flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Bismarck?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Bismarck.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Bismarck?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Bismarck by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Bismarck

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Bismarck. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$283Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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