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$257+ 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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BIS — SAN
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bismarck to San Diego

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 December 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/105:36 pmBIS - SAN
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Sat 12/132:12 pmSAN - BIS
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/10$383
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/187:25 amBIS - SAN
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Sun 12/2111:52 amSAN - BIS
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 12/10$409
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2012:04 pmBIS - SAN
1 stop24h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/3110:57 amSAN - BIS
1 stop27h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$410
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:58 pmBIS - SAN
1 stop17h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/109:44 amSAN - BIS
1 stop23h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$412
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:49 pmBIS - SAN
1 stop18h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/19:14 pmSAN - BIS
1 stop19h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$463
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/205:10 pmBIS - SAN
1 stop7h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/314:10 pmSAN - BIS
1 stop5h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$464
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2012:04 pmBIS - SAN
1 stop24h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/19:14 pmSAN - BIS
1 stop19h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$471
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/205:10 pmBIS - SAN
1 stop7h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/16:30 amSAN - BIS
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$480

Find flight deals from Bismarck to San Diego

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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

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Average price

$335
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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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BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Wed 1/21

2:58 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 52m

San Diego

Tue 2/3

10:50 am-10:27 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$257

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Wed 1/21

1:28 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop9h 21m

San Diego

Tue 2/3

3:00 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$257

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Mon 2/16

9:02 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop25h 22m

San Diego

Fri 2/20

8:20 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop13h 54m

$293

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Wed 1/21

1:35 pm-8:49 pm

2 stops9h 14m

San Diego

Tue 2/3

6:15 am-4:32 pm

2 stops8h 17m

$322

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Wed 2/4

5:10 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop5h 32m

San Diego

Sat 2/7

9:00 am-4:32 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$337

BismarckSan Diego

BIS - SAN

BISSAN

Bismarck

Wed 4/1

7:45 am-1:37 pm

1 stop7h 52m

San Diego

Mon 4/6

10:10 pm-10:27 am

2 stops10h 17m

$342

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Deals found on 12/10

Compare providers for flights from Bismarck to San Diego

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 Bismarck to San Diego in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Bismarck-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Bismarck-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Bismarck-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Bismarck-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Bismarck-San Diego 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 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bismarck to San Diego (average of $208). Flying from Bismarck to San Diego in July 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.

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 December 12, 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 28% 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 December 12, 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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

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 48m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 04m. 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 $262 and $268, respectively. These flights start at 41% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bismarck to San Diego (average of $208). Flying from Bismarck to San Diego in July 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 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$262Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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