Traveling from Phoenix to Bismarck Airport (BIS): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Phoenix to Bismarck Airport (BIS). Explore the options for setting off from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), the city's main airports.
Bismarck is two hours ahead of Phoenix. Bismarck Airport is located in Bismarck, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Phoenix to BIS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 20 miles from the center of Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Bismarck Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in about 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 miles away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Phoenix to BIS flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport:
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82.57% of them arriving as planned.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Get to your destination faster from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Direct flights from Phoenix to Bismarck Airport are available from here.
Get ready to jet away with Allegiant Air. It offers direct Phoenix to BIS plane tickets from AZA.
The airline most travelers choose when flying between AZA and BIS is Allegiant Air.
Allegiant Air ranks highest for on-time performance. An impressive 84.78% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
If you're making the trip to AZA from central Phoenix, it takes around 40 minutes to get there by car. The journey is roughly 35 miles.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Phoenix to Bismarck Airport flight:
Flights that take off from AZA arrive at their destination on schedule 78.65% of the time.
The address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Bismarck Airport (BIS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix to Bismarck Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near BIS:
BIS is located at 2301 University Drive Bldg 17.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Bismarck Airport (BIS)
At the moment, $70 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Bismarck Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $160. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Phoenix to BIS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Bismarck Airport (BIS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Bismarck Airport (BIS), while October is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Bismarck based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Phoenix to BIS plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Bismarck, with temperatures ranging from 57ºF to 90ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Bismarck Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºF and 32ºF.
More about Bismarck
Start your Bismarck trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Bismarck Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
You'll find loads of things to do in Bismarck when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to State Capitol Building followed by Cathedral of the Holy Spirit and North Dakota Heritage Center.
Explore more of the United States
Minot is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bismarck. Around 100 miles away to the north, its top attractions include Scandinavian Heritage Park, Railroad Museum & Magic City Express and Rainbow Gardens.
West Fargo is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 180 miles east of Bismarck. No journey is complete without dropping by Wilds Park, Maple Ridge Park and Flatland Brewery.
