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$159+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck (BIS)

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SFO — BIS
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 4, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/1712:30 amSFO - BIS
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Sat 11/225:35 pmBIS - SFO
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 11/3$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/184:02 pmSJC - BIS
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/225:45 amBIS - SJC
1 stop6h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/185:00 amSFO - BIS
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/225:15 pmBIS - SFO
1 stop5h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$454
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 11/189:15 amSFO - BIS
2 stops11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/226:00 amBIS - SFO
2 stops14h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$624
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/264:28 pmSFO - BIS
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/295:15 pmBIS - SFO
2 stops16h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$836
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/2512:30 amSFO - BIS
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Sat 11/295:00 amBIS - SFO
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 11/2$899
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 11/269:15 amSFO - BIS
2 stops11h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/296:00 amBIS - SFO
2 stops12h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,087

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck

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Round-trip from

$294
(Delta)

One-way from

$159
(United Airlines)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

April

Average price

$433
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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 November 4, 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

Sat 3/7

6:10 am-4:49 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Bismarck

Wed 3/11

7:31 am-1:25 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$294

San FranciscoBismarck

SFO - BIS

SFOBIS

San Francisco

Sat 3/7

6:10 am-4:49 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Bismarck

Tue 3/10

7:31 am-1:25 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$294

San JoseBismarck

SJC - BIS

SJCBIS

San Jose

Sat 3/7

6:15 am-4:49 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Bismarck

Tue 3/10

11:30 am-10:11 pm

2 stops12h 41m

$299

San FranciscoBismarck

SFO - BIS

SFOBIS

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

12:30 am-10:49 am

1 stop8h 19m

Bismarck

Sat 11/22

5:35 pm-12:12 am

1 stop8h 37m

$339

San JoseBismarck

SJC - BIS

SJCBIS

San Jose

Tue 11/18

4:02 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Bismarck

Sat 11/22

5:45 am-10:05 am

1 stop6h 20m

$419

San JoseBismarck

SJC - BIS

SJCBIS

San Jose

Sat 3/7

3:35 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Bismarck

Tue 3/10

8:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$458

OaklandBismarck

OAK - BIS

OAKBIS

Oakland

Thu 3/5

5:55 am-8:07 pm

2 stops12h 12m

Bismarck

Mon 3/9

5:30 pm-4:34 pm

2 stops25h 04m

$606

Santa RosaBismarck

STS - BIS

STSBIS

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Tue 4/14

4:17 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops17h 44m

Bismarck

Sat 4/18

3:04 pm-3:47 pm

2 stops26h 43m

$759

San FranciscoBismarck

SFO - BIS

SFOBIS

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

5:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$159

San FranciscoBismarck

SFO - BIS

SFOBIS

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

12:10 am-10:38 am

1 stop8h 28m

$170

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck (average of $245). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck in March is currently the most expensive (average of $544). 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 November 4, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 24% 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 November 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
9,002 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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 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.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck?

    For as low as $419, Delta can have you in Bismarck from San Francisco Bay Area in 5h 37m. San Francisco Bay Area and Bismarck are separated by a distance of 1259 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $159. Users have also found prices from $170 and $367 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose San Jose - Bismarck, San Francisco - 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck (average of $245). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Bismarck in March is currently the most expensive (average of $544). 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 November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$268Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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