Which airports can I use when flying from Bismarck to Des Moines?

Flights from Bismarck to Des Moines usually depart from Bismarck (BIS) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bismarck to Des Moines?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bismarck to Des Moines.

Which airports do connecting flights from Bismarck to Des Moines pass through?

Connecting flights from Bismarck to Des Moines most commonly pass through: • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 60% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 40% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bismarck to Des Moines?

On the Bismarck to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 66%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $269 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $791: a $522 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Bismarck to Des Moines?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Bismarck to Des Moines. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 30m and 6h 02m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Bismarck to Des Moines?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Bismarck to Des Moines changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $369 to $1,098. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Bismarck to Des Moines?

Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 30m, compared with 6h 02m via Denver Intl (DEN).

What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include: • Hertz • Payless • Budget • Alamo • Avis

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Bismarck to Des Moines?

Delta ($345) and United Airlines ($369) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Bismarck to Des Moines according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Bismarck to Des Moines?

Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is the most popular layover for the Bismarck to Des Moines route. 60% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via MSP.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Bismarck to Des Moines?

Flights via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $407. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Bismarck to Des Moines which airport offers the shortest layover?

Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) had the shortest average connection time for Bismarck to Des Moines layovers at 185 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

5:00 am - 10:11 amBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

5h 11m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

7:51 pm - 11:25 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

3h 34m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$345Delta

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

6:00 am - 10:52 amBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

4h 52m1 stop Denver Intl

5:22 pm - 11:43 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

6h 21m1 stop Denver Intl

$369United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

5:50 am - 12:31 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

6h 41m1 stop Denver Intl

1:27 pm - 8:29 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

7h 02m1 stop Denver Intl

$399United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19

3:18 pm - 9:00 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

5h 42m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

7:51 pm - 11:25 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

3h 34m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$409Delta

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

5:50 am - 12:31 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

6h 41m1 stop Denver Intl

1:27 pm - 8:29 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

7h 02m1 stop Denver Intl

$419United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19

9:44 pm - 2:37 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

16h 53m1 stop Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

8:25 pm - 12:39 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

40h 14m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$562Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

11:12 am - 8:46 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

9h 34m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4:20 pm - 7:55 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

3h 35m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$572Delta

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

1:02 pm - 8:36 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

7h 34m1 stop Denver Intl

8:00 am - 11:44 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

15h 44m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

$584United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

1:02 pm - 8:36 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

7h 34m1 stop Denver Intl

8:00 am - 11:44 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

15h 44m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

$614United Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1

5:39 pm - 9:00 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

3h 21m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

4:01 pm - 7:55 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

3h 54m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$642Delta

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How much is a round-trip flight from Bismarck to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from Bismarck to Des Moines start at $345. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $329 to $544. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $345 on Delta.

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When to book flights from Bismarck to Des Moines

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Which airports can I use when flying from Bismarck to Des Moines?
Flights from Bismarck to Des Moines usually depart from Bismarck (BIS) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bismarck to Des Moines?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bismarck to Des Moines.
Which airports do connecting flights from Bismarck to Des Moines pass through?
Connecting flights from Bismarck to Des Moines most commonly pass through:

• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 60% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 40% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bismarck to Des Moines?
On the Bismarck to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 66%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $269 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $791: a $522 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?
Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Bismarck to Des Moines?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Bismarck to Des Moines. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 30m and 6h 02m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Bismarck to Des Moines?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Bismarck to Des Moines changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $369 to $1,098. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Bismarck to Des Moines?
Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 30m, compared with 6h 02m via Denver Intl (DEN).
What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?
Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Hertz
• Payless
• Budget
• Alamo
• Avis

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $269 - about $522 less than Monday (66% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bismarck to Des Moines trip for December. Fares historically average $269 round-trip in that month - typically $522 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.
- Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
- Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
- Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG

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