Bismarck

$253+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Bismarck (SFO - BIS)

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SFO — BIS
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Bismarck

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$253
(Delta)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$475
From San Francisco to Bismarck
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Bismarck
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Bismarck. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/2312:35 amSFO - BIS
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Sun 8/315:00 amBIS - SFO
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 7/26$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 9/1111:16 amSFO - BIS
1 stop9h 02mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/182:31 pmBIS - SFO
1 stop10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sun 8/245:00 amSFO - BIS
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/316:00 amBIS - SFO
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/26$269

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SFO - BIS

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San Francisco

Sat 8/23

12:35 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 58m

Bismarck

Sun 8/31

5:00 am-10:57 am

1 stop7h 57m

$253

San FranciscoBismarck

SFO - BIS

SFOBIS

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

11:16 am-10:18 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Bismarck

Thu 9/18

2:31 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$266

San FranciscoBismarck

SFO - BIS

SFOBIS

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

5:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Bismarck

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-9:44 am

1 stop5h 44m

$269

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Deals found on 7/26

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Bismarck (average of $346). Flying from San Francisco to Bismarck in July is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 SFO to BIS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Bismarck at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Bismarck, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Bismarck round-trip from $253. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $266, and United Airlines, from $269. Delta is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Bismarck (average of $346). Flying from San Francisco to Bismarck in July is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 Francisco to Bismarck

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$268Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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