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$319+ Cheap flights from Bismarck to San Diego (BIS - SAN)

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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BIS — SAN
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Bismarck (BIS) to San Diego (SAN). 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 September 11, 2025.

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$319
(American Airlines)

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March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$261
From Bismarck to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Bismarck to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bismarck to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 9/261:33 pmBIS - SAN
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/3010:42 amSAN - BIS
1 stop9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 12/412:51 pmBIS - SAN
1 stop9h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/810:47 amSAN - BIS
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$382
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/261:14 pmBIS - SAN
2 stops11h 45mDelta
Tue 9/3010:15 pmSAN - BIS
2 stops10h 27mDelta
Deal found 9/11$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/245:32 pmBIS - SAN
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Sun 9/287:46 pmSAN - BIS
2 stops12h 51mDelta
Deal found 9/9$414
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/2411:35 amBIS - SAN
2 stops10h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/2811:08 amSAN - BIS
2 stops10h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 12/45:00 amBIS - SAN
2 stops12h 23mDelta
Mon 12/810:00 pmSAN - BIS
2 stops12h 47mDelta
Deal found 9/9$534
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/158:40 pmBIS - SAN
1 stop12h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/198:11 amSAN - BIS
1 stop25h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$604
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/165:42 pmBIS - SAN
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Mon 10/207:48 pmSAN - BIS
2 stops12h 52mDelta
Deal found 9/10$694

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Bismarck to San Diego that are best for you.

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Bismarck

Fly to

San Diego

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Price

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Fri 9/26

1:33 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop7h 54m

San Diego

Tue 9/30

10:42 am-10:26 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$319

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Thu 12/4

12:51 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop9h 54m

San Diego

Mon 12/8

10:47 am-10:18 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$382

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Fri 9/26

1:14 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops11h 45m

San Diego

Tue 9/30

10:15 pm-10:42 am

2 stops10h 27m

$409

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Wed 9/24

5:32 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Diego

Sun 9/28

7:46 pm-10:37 am

2 stops12h 51m

$414

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Wed 9/24

11:35 am-7:46 pm

2 stops10h 11m

San Diego

Sun 9/28

11:08 am-11:39 pm

2 stops10h 31m

$429

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Thu 12/4

5:00 am-3:23 pm

2 stops12h 23m

San Diego

Mon 12/8

10:00 pm-12:47 pm

2 stops12h 47m

$534

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Wed 10/15

8:40 pm-7:26 am

1 stop12h 46m

San Diego

Sun 10/19

8:11 am-12:10 pm

1 stop25h 59m

$604

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Thu 10/16

5:42 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Diego

Mon 10/20

7:48 pm-10:40 am

2 stops12h 52m

$694

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Deals found on 9/11

Best time to book a flight from Bismarck to San Diego

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bismarck to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Bismarck to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 BIS to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Bismarck to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Bismarck to San Diego in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Bismarck to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Bismarck to San Diego. 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 Bismarck to San Diego?

    American Airlines and Delta can get you from Bismarck to San Diego in just under 7h 54m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 51m. The distance from Bismarck to San Diego is about 1299 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at $208. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $256 and $268, respectively. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bismarck to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Bismarck to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 3 airlines flying from Bismarck to San Diego

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Bismarck to San Diego. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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