Airports Near Bismarck
The closest airports to Bismarck, North Dakota: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Bismarck, North Dakota is Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS), about 3 mi (5 km) away — roughly 11 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Minot International Airport (MOT).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIS | Bismarck Municipal AirportBismarck, United States | 3 mi / 5 km | 11 min | Regional |
| ASY | Ashley Municipal AirportAshley, United States | 87 mi / 140 km | 2 hr 1 min | Regional |
| LEM | Lemmon Municipal AirportLemmon, United States | 88 mi / 142 km | 2 hr 3 min | Regional |
| MBG | Mobridge Municipal AirportMobridge, United States | 89 mi / 143 km | 2 hr 4 min | Regional |
| DIK | Dickinson Theodore Roosevelt Regional AirportDickinson, United States | 96 mi / 154 km | 2 hr 13 min | Regional |
| JMS | Jamestown Regional AirportJamestown, United States | 100 mi / 161 km | 2 hr 20 min | Regional |
| MOT | Minot International AirportMinot, United States | 103 mi / 166 km | 2 hr 24 min | International |
| DVL | Devils Lake Regional AirportDevils Lake, United States | 126 mi / 202 km | 2 hr 55 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) is the most convenient at about 3 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Minot International Airport (MOT) (103 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Bismarck. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with BIS.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near BIS saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Bismarck is Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS), about 3 mi (5 km) away — roughly 11 min by road.