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$145+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck (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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BIS
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$269
(Delta)

One-way from

$145
(United Airlines)

Popular in

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April

Average price

$346
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 6/2312:52 amSFO - BIS
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Tue 7/85:00 amBIS - SFO
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/30$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/2110:15 amSFO - BIS
2 stops10h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/242:59 pmBIS - SFO
2 stops10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 6/245:05 amSFO - BIS
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/85:11 pmBIS - SFO
2 stops18h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$437
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/1512:35 pmSJC - BIS
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/195:05 pmBIS - SJC
1 stop6h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$443
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/1512:10 pmSJC - BIS
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/192:59 pmBIS - SJC
2 stops9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$464
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/158:05 pmSJC - BIS
2 stops12h 20mDelta
Mon 5/195:32 pmBIS - SJC
2 stops8h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/30$594

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Bismarck

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoBismarck

SFO - BIS

SFOBIS

San Francisco

Mon 6/23

12:52 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 41m

Bismarck

Tue 7/8

5:00 am-10:51 am

1 stop7h 51m

$269

San FranciscoBismarck

SFO - BIS

SFOBIS

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

12:13 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Bismarck

Tue 6/24

3:00 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$398

San FranciscoBismarck

SFO - BIS

SFOBIS

San Francisco

Tue 6/24

5:05 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Bismarck

Tue 7/8

5:11 pm-9:19 am

2 stops18h 08m

$437

San JoseBismarck

SJC - BIS

SJCBIS

San Jose

Thu 5/15

12:35 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Bismarck

Mon 5/19

5:05 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$443

San JoseBismarck

SJC - BIS

SJCBIS

San Jose

Thu 5/15

12:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Bismarck

Mon 5/19

2:59 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops9h 47m

$464

San JoseBismarck

SJC - BIS

SJCBIS

San Jose

Thu 5/15

8:05 pm-10:25 am

2 stops12h 20m

Bismarck

Mon 5/19

5:32 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops8h 09m

$594

San JoseBismarck

SJC - BIS

SJCBIS

San Jose

Sat 5/24

3:53 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$145

San JoseBismarck

SJC - BIS

SJCBIS

San Jose

Sat 5/24

7:00 am-7:57 pm

2 stops10h 57m

$265

Santa RosaBismarck

STS - BIS

STSBIS

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Thu 5/8

4:21 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops20h 07m

$732

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Deals found on 4/30

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck (average of $346). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck in June is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 XIH to BIS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 May 1, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Bismarck from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Located just 2.5 mi from the city center, Bismarck (BIS) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Bismarck from San Francisco Bay Area.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $145. Users have also found prices from $265 and $732 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck?

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Bismarck, San Jose - Bismarck or Oakland - Bismarck when deciding on the best route from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck (average of $346). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck in June is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 Bay Area to Bismarck

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$247Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$262Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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