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

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

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

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

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

Connecting flights from Des Moines to Bismarck most commonly pass through: • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 56% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 44% 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 Des Moines to Bismarck?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Des Moines to Bismarck route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $528, a difference of $220. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Des Moines to Bismarck?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Bismarck. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 37m and 5h 25m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines 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.

Have flight prices from Des Moines 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 $349 to $1,539. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Des Moines to Bismarck looking right now?

One-way fares from Des Moines to Bismarck are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $377, which is 49% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 37m, compared with 5h 25m via Denver Intl (DEN).

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Bismarck flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Bismarck range from $268 to $528, with an average of $308 over the past 12 months. Anything below $268 counts as a good deal.

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

United Airlines ($349) and Delta ($467) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Bismarck according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to Bismarck route. 56% 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 Des Moines to Bismarck?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $297. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Bismarck layovers at 194 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

5:21 pm - 11:38 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

6h 17m1 stop Denver Intl

6:00 am - 12:32 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

6h 32m1 stop Denver Intl

$349United Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

2:48 pm - 7:31 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

4h 43m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

5:41 pm - 9:31 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

3h 50m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$467Delta

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

5:03 pm - 11:37 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

6h 34m1 stop Denver Intl

5:07 pm - 11:39 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

6h 32m1 stop Denver Intl

$474United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

5:03 pm - 11:51 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

6h 48m1 stop Denver Intl

1:08 pm - 8:32 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

7h 24m1 stop Denver Intl

$477United Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20

2:46 pm - 7:55 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

5h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

8:01 am - 2:06 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

6h 05m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$491Delta

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

6:20 am - 6:38 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

12h 18m1 stop Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

7:28 pm - 2:31 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

19h 03m1 stop Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

$510Allegiant Air

Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16

6:00 am - 5:00 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

11h 00m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul

11:12 am - 4:48 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

5h 36m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$573Delta

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

8:00 am - 11:51 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

15h 51m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

1:08 pm - 8:32 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

7h 24m1 stop Denver Intl

$584United Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

6:10 am - 4:41 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

10h 31m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul

5:41 pm - 9:31 pmBIS Bismarck-DSM Des Moines

3h 50m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$614Delta

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

3:02 pm - 12:51 pmDSM Des Moines-BIS Bismarck

21h 49m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

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

4h 52m1 stop Denver Intl

$619United Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Bismarck start at $349. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $268 to $528. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349 on United Airlines.

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

• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 56% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 44% 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 Des Moines to Bismarck?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Des Moines to Bismarck route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $528, a difference of $220. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Bismarck?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Bismarck. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 37m and 5h 25m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines 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.
Have flight prices from Des Moines 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 $349 to $1,539. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Bismarck looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Bismarck are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $377, which is 49% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Bismarck?
Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 37m, compared with 5h 25m via Denver Intl (DEN).
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Bismarck flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Bismarck range from $268 to $528, with an average of $308 over the past 12 months. Anything below $268 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $308 - about $220 less than Tuesday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
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