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$271+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Bismarck (SAN - 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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — BIS
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Bismarck

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Bismarck
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Bismarck. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 4/222:38 pm
SAN
-
BIS
1 stop6h 54m
Delta
Wed 5/68:05 am
BIS
-
SAN
1 stop7h 23m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/1810:10 pm
SAN
-
BIS
2 stops10h 25m
Delta
Sun 2/225:00 am
BIS
-
SAN
1 stop7h 50m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 5/274:10 pm
SAN
-
BIS
1 stop5h 27m
United Airlines
Sun 5/315:50 am
BIS
-
SAN
1 stop5h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/186:30 am
SAN
-
BIS
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Sun 2/226:25 pm
BIS
-
SAN
1 stop6h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Fri 2/206:15 am
SAN
-
BIS
1 stop8h 26m
Delta
Sat 2/211:28 pm
BIS
-
SAN
1 stop9h 25m
Delta
Deal found 1/19$336
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 2/43:10 pm
SAN
-
BIS
1 stop6h 16m
Delta
Sun 2/81:31 pm
BIS
-
SAN
1 stop9h 17m
Delta
Deal found 1/19$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 5/2710:30 pm
SAN
-
BIS
2 stops10h 18m
Delta
Sun 5/315:30 pm
BIS
-
SAN
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$340
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 6/1610:30 pm
SAN
-
BIS
2 stops12h 11m
Delta
Sun 6/215:30 pm
BIS
-
SAN
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Deal found 1/19$374

Find flight deals from San Diego to Bismarck

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$294
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$336
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Bismarck that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Bismarck that are best for you.

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San DiegoBismarck

SAN - BIS

SANBIS

San Diego

Wed 2/18

10:10 pm-10:35 am

2 stops10h 25m

Bismarck

Sun 2/22

5:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 50m

$294

San DiegoBismarck

SAN - BIS

SANBIS

San Diego

Wed 2/18

6:30 am-4:40 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Bismarck

Sun 2/22

6:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$330

San DiegoBismarck

SAN - BIS

SANBIS

San Diego

Fri 2/20

6:15 am-4:41 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Bismarck

Sat 2/21

1:28 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$336

San DiegoBismarck

SAN - BIS

SANBIS

San Diego

Wed 2/4

3:10 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Bismarck

Sun 2/8

1:31 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$339

San DiegoBismarck

SAN - BIS

SANBIS

San Diego

Fri 1/30

12:32 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Bismarck

Mon 2/2

2:58 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$409

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Deals found on 1/21

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Bismarck

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Bismarck (average of $268). Flying from San Diego to Bismarck in October is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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.

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 January 21, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and United Airlines from San Diego to Bismarck by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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
8,088 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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
9,191 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Bismarck?

    Departing from San Diego to Bismarck will take you 8h 10m. The distance between San Diego and Bismarck is about 1299 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Bismarck round-trip from $268. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Bismarck?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Bismarck?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Bismarck (average of $268). Flying from San Diego to Bismarck in October is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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 San Diego to Bismarck

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$268Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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