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$279+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Bismarck (SMF - 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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — BIS
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Bismarck

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Bismarck
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/246:10 amSMF - BIS
2 stops29h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/318:10 amBIS - SMF
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$723

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Bismarck

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$855
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($170 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Sacramento

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Bismarck

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SacramentoBismarck

SMF - BIS

SMFBIS

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/12

6:00 am-4:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Bismarck

Sun 2/15

1:28 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$279

SacramentoBismarck

SMF - BIS

SMFBIS

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/8

12:58 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Bismarck

Sat 1/10

1:35 pm-5:46 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$399

SacramentoBismarck

SMF - BIS

SMFBIS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/7

4:03 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Bismarck

Fri 1/9

5:10 pm-10:24 am

2 stops19h 14m

$463

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Deals found on 12/16

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Bismarck in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Sacramento-Bismarck flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Bismarck flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Bismarck flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Bismarck flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Sacramento-Bismarck flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Bismarck

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Bismarck from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Bismarck

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Bismarck (average of $245). Flying from Sacramento to Bismarck in December is currently the most expensive (average of $592). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to BIS?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Bismarck. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Bismarck in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 42% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and United Airlines from Sacramento to Bismarck. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Bismarck?

    For as low as $279, Delta can have you in Bismarck from Sacramento in 8h 41m. There are 1190 mi between Sacramento and Bismarck.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Bismarck, with prices starting at $258. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $283 round trip. Users have found that United Airlines is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Bismarck?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Bismarck (average of $245). Flying from Sacramento to Bismarck in December is currently the most expensive (average of $592). 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 Sacramento to Bismarck

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$283Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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