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$239+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Bismarck (DSM - BIS)

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 7/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BIS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Bismarck

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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

One-way from

$239
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$393
From Des Moines to Bismarck
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Bismarck
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Bismarck. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/1310:55 amDSM - BIS
1 stop3h 57mDelta
Thu 9/1811:30 amBIS - DSM
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Deal found 6/12$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 6/276:00 amDSM - BIS
1 stop4h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/111:30 amBIS - DSM
1 stop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$259
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2510:31 amDSM - BIS
3 stops34h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/2910:23 pmBIS - DSM
1 stop14h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$457
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 6/205:00 amDSM - BIS
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/221:29 pmBIS - DSM
1 stop43h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$557

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Des MoinesBismarck

DSM - BIS

DSMBIS

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

10:55 am-2:52 pm

1 stop3h 57m

Bismarck

Thu 9/18

11:30 am-5:13 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$249

Des MoinesBismarck

DSM - BIS

DSMBIS

Des Moines

Fri 6/27

6:00 am-10:34 am

1 stop4h 34m

Bismarck

Tue 7/1

11:30 am-4:15 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$259

Des MoinesBismarck

DSM - BIS

DSMBIS

Des Moines

Wed 6/25

10:31 am-9:09 pm

3 stops34h 38m

Bismarck

Sun 6/29

10:23 pm-12:34 pm

1 stop14h 11m

$457

Des MoinesBismarck

DSM - BIS

DSMBIS

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

2:39 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$239

Des MoinesBismarck

DSM - BIS

DSMBIS

Des Moines

Wed 6/18

11:21 am-4:34 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$375

Des MoinesBismarck

DSM - BIS

DSMBIS

Des Moines

Wed 6/18

10:31 am-9:19 pm

3 stops34h 48m

$456

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Bismarck

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Bismarck

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Bismarck?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Bismarck (average of $346). Flying from Des Moines to Bismarck in July is currently the most expensive (average of $447). 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 Bismarck by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bismarck ranges from 0.4 - 3.2 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Bismarck when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Bismarck by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bismarck, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Bismarck, such as Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $249. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. These flights start at 50% 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?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Bismarck?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Bismarck (average of $346). Flying from Des Moines to Bismarck in July is currently the most expensive (average of $447). 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 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$338Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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