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Cheapest round-trip
$407
Typical prices: $375-$513
American Airlines
Wed 12/5Thu 12/6
ORD - BIS • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$173
Typical prices: $308-$479
Delta
Sat 12/29
ORD - BIS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 41m
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Cheapest • 30% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $469 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Bismarck (CHI-BIS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Bismarck

Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 12:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BIS Bismarck
2h 39mnonstop
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1:17 pm - 3:44 pmBIS  Bismarck-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 27mnonstop
$407American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6
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9:55 am - 12:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BIS Bismarck
2h 39mnonstop
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1:17 pm - 3:44 pmBIS  Bismarck-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 27mnonstop
$417American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 12:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BIS Bismarck
2h 39mnonstop
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2:06 pm - 10:15 pmBIS  Bismarck-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$417American Airlines
Wed, Apr 14 - Sun, Apr 18
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9:30 am - 2:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BIS Bismarck
4h 55m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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3:00 pm - 9:37 pmBIS  Bismarck-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 37m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$427Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6
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3:47 pm - 7:46 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BIS Bismarck
3h 59m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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8:00 am - 2:53 pmBIS  Bismarck-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$427Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
1:43 pm - 9:51 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BIS Bismarck
8h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:17 pm - 3:44 pmBIS  Bismarck-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 27mnonstop
$427American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6
Delta Logo
11:14 am - 7:46 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BIS Bismarck
8h 32m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
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8:00 am - 2:53 pmBIS  Bismarck-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$432Delta
Wed, Apr 14 - Sun, Apr 18
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7:00 am - 4:54 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BIS Bismarck
9h 54m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
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5:30 pm - 9:37 pmBIS  Bismarck-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 07m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$432Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6
Delta Logo
3:47 pm - 7:46 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BIS Bismarck
3h 59m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 2:53 pmBIS  Bismarck-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$437Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6
Delta Logo
11:14 am - 7:46 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BIS Bismarck
8h 32m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
5:00 am - 1:56 pmBIS  Bismarck-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 56m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$437Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Bismarck flights

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

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Bismarck typically range from $375 to $513. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $407, on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Bismarck flight route?

There's little price difference between Chicago to Bismarck routes. They average around $446 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Bismarck?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Bismarck. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 84% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Bismarck?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Bismarck at $319 round-trip.
•September ($513) and August ($475) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Chicago to Bismarck flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$173
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 70% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Bismarck

When to book flights from Chicago to Bismarck

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Bismarck based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago to Bismarck flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago to Bismarck?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Bismarck:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:12 am and lands at 11:53 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:05 am and lands at 12:46 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 41m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Bismarck?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago to Bismarck.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to Bismarck?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago to Bismarck takes 2h 41m, covering 730 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to Bismarck?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to Bismarck flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago to Bismarck range from $375 to $513, with an average of $455 over the past 12 months. Anything below $375 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago to Bismarck?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $456 round-trip and layover options via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) at $469.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago to Bismarck?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago to Bismarck spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Bismarck flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago to Bismarck 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 $407 to $1,562. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago to Bismarck flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago to Bismarck route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago to Bismarck looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago to Bismarck are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $288, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Bismarck?

    Flights from Chicago to Bismarck may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Bismarck (BIS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Bismarck pass through?

    Connecting flights from Chicago to Bismarck most commonly pass through:

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 88% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to Bismarck?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 54% on flights from Chicago to Bismarck. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $388 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $841, a difference of $453.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Chicago to Bismarck?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Chicago and Bismarck.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 34m, compared with 5h 48m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago to Bismarck flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago to Bismarck flights:

    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago to Bismarck flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Chicago to Bismarck flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $388, about $453 less than Monday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Bismarck trip for March. Fares historically average $319 round-trip in that month - typically $194 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Bismarck Airport.

    • Everspring Inn

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Bismarck?

 
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Direct departures

Chicago to Bismarck

Monday

American Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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Direct returns

Bismarck to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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