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Cheapest round-trip
$411
Typical prices: $399-$500
United Airlines
Tue 2/6Fri 2/9
SNA - BIS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$339
Typical prices: $351-$351
United Airlines
Wed 10/3
SNA - BIS • 1 stop
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 23% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $435 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Bismarck (SNA-BIS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Bismarck

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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4:10 pm - 11:51 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BIS Bismarck
5h 41m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:08 pm - 8:40 pmBIS  Bismarck-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
$411United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
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11:29 am - 8:33 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BIS Bismarck
7h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 9:29 amBIS  Bismarck-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
$429United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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6:50 am - 4:12 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BIS Bismarck
7h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:08 pm - 8:40 pmBIS  Bismarck-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
$431United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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1:20 pm - 8:10 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BIS Bismarck
4h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:08 pm - 8:19 pmBIS  Bismarck-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 11m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
$436United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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1:20 pm - 8:10 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BIS Bismarck
4h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:08 pm - 8:19 pmBIS  Bismarck-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 11m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
$445United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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4:10 pm - 11:51 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BIS Bismarck
5h 41m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:08 pm - 8:19 pmBIS  Bismarck-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 11m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
$514United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
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10:01 am - 10:52 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BIS Bismarck
10h 51m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:12 am - 3:32 pmBIS  Bismarck-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 20m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$611American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12
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9:55 am - 10:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BIS Bismarck
11h 04m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 6:31 pmBIS  Bismarck-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
13h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$920American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 10
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1:25 pm - 11:25 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BIS Bismarck
8h 00m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
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12:40 pm - 10:30 pmBIS  Bismarck-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 50m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,089Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to Bismarck flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Bismarck start at $411. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $399 to $500. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $411 on United Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Bismarck, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 69% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Santa Ana to Bismarck flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$339
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Santa Ana to Bismarck

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Bismarck

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Santa Ana to Bismarck usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Bismarck (BIS).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Ana to Bismarck:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    One-stop flights from Santa Ana to Bismarck most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 72% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the Santa Ana to Bismarck route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $398 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $759, a difference of $361. 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 Santa Ana to Bismarck?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Santa Ana to Bismarck. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 57m and 8h 21m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana 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 $411 to $1,089. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Bismarck are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $342.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 57m, compared with 7h 18m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 8h 21m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Ana and Bismarck?

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

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Bismarck range from $399 to $500, with an average of $447 over the past 12 months. Anything below $399 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana to Bismarck flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $398 - about $361 less than Sunday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Bismarck trip for January. Fares historically average $346 round-trip in that month - typically $284 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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