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Cheapest round-trip
$284
Typical prices: $408-$701
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/13Wed 2/7
SMF - BIS • 2 stops
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 48% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $583 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 8h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Bismarck (SMF-BIS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Bismarck

Wed, Jan 13 - Sun, Feb 7
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8:46 am - 12:13 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BIS Bismarck
25h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:04 pm - 7:51 amBIS  Bismarck-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 47m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$284Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 14
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5:11 pm - 9:28 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BIS Bismarck
26h 17m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:09 pm - 4:13 pmBIS  Bismarck-SMF Sacramento Intl
29h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$291Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sun, Feb 7
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11:16 am - 12:13 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BIS Bismarck
22h 57m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:04 pm - 7:51 amBIS  Bismarck-SMF Sacramento Intl
20h 47m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$294Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sun, Feb 7
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8:46 am - 12:13 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BIS Bismarck
25h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:04 pm - 11:16 amBIS  Bismarck-SMF Sacramento Intl
24h 12m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$345Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sun, Feb 7
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8:46 am - 12:13 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BIS Bismarck
25h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:04 pm - 10:21 amBIS  Bismarck-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 17m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles
$401Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 1
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8:45 am - 4:27 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BIS Bismarck
5h 42m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:40 am - 9:29 amBIS  Bismarck-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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5:10 am - 12:37 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BIS Bismarck
5h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:40 am - 9:29 amBIS  Bismarck-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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5:00 am - 12:27 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BIS Bismarck
5h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:40 am - 9:29 amBIS  Bismarck-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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1:02 pm - 8:32 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BIS Bismarck
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:40 am - 9:32 amBIS  Bismarck-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
$459United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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6:00 am - 4:23 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BIS Bismarck
8h 23m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
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5:40 am - 9:32 amBIS  Bismarck-SMF Sacramento Intl
5h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
$464United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Bismarck flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Bismarck. It’s 30% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 66% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Bismarck at $278 round-trip.
•December ($855) and June ($786) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 207% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Sacramento to Bismarck flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$284
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 111% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Sacramento to Bismarck

When to book flights from Sacramento to Bismarck

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Bismarck flight questions, answered

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

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Bismarck?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Sacramento to Bismarck. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 53m and 8h 21m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Bismarck flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Bismarck range from $408 to $701, with an average of $532 over the past 12 months. Anything below $408 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento 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 $284 to $876. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flights from Sacramento to Bismarck usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Bismarck (BIS).

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

    Connecting flights from Sacramento to Bismarck most commonly pass through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 94% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from Sacramento to Bismarck. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $375 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $884, a difference of $509.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sacramento to Bismarck?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 53m, compared with 8h 21m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and Bismarck?

    Bismarck is 2 hours ahead of Sacramento (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Sacramento 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $375, about $509 less than Monday fares (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Bismarck trip for January. Fares historically average $278 round-trip in that month - typically $577 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

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