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Bismarck Airport Guide

1/5 – Avoid

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or are just quickly passing through, our Bismarck Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

Since the airport was closed, there were no taxis or anything else nearby. I did not see any security either – everything was just locked up! – a traveller

BIS Airport Overview

What to Expect

Bismarck Airport (code: BIS) has a small but modern, two-level terminal. There is a gift store, café, and a food hall downstairs. WiFi is available to pass the time. There are no private lounges at this airport.

Sleeping in Bismarck Airport

Overnight stays are generally prohibited in this airport, so don’t plan to spend the night here. The terminal closes at 12:30 AM or 30 minutes after the last flight arrives and reopens at 3:30 AM. For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport that provide free airport shuttles. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.

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Airport Hours

The terminal is generally open from 3:30 AM until 12:30 AM, or approximately 30 minutes after the last scheduled arrival. Overnight access outside these hours is not permitted.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in Bismarck Airport sounds like a nightmare, there are nearby hotels:

EverSpring Inn
(2 mi) Mid-range hotel.

EverSpring Suites
(2 mi) Mid-range hotel.

Bismarck Hotel and Conference Center
(2.1 mi) Mid-range hotel.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bismarck-Mandan
(2.1 mi) Mid-range hotel.

Radisson Hotel Bismarck
(2.4 mi) Mid-range hotel.

Airport Lounges

There are no pay-per-use lounges at this time. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Food & Drinks

Food options are limited and may close early:

  • Landside: Corner Café
  • Airside: The Junction

Vending machines are available throughout the terminal.

Drinking Water
At the time of this update, we have no information about drinking water for travellers with refillable water bottles. If you know, click here to update this guide.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Luggage storage services and lockers are not available. If this information has changed, click here to update this airport guide.

Mobile Charging

Information about charging stations or power outlets is currently unavailable. If you know, click here to update our guide.

Showers

Shower facilities are not available. If this information is incorrect, click here to update this airport guide.

WiFi / Internet

Free WiFi is available at Bismarck Airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available landside and airside. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit before travelling internationally.
Baby Care Facilities – A Mamava nursing station provides a private space for feeding or caring for infants.
Baggage Carts – Need a hand with your luggage? Baggage carts are available free of charge.
North Dakota Aviation Hall of Fame – An aviation history exhibit showcasing North Dakota’s aviation heritage is open to the public.
Shopping – Fly ‘N Buy Café and Gift Shop sells snacks, reading materials, and a small selection of last-minute gifts.
Smoking – Smoking is not permitted inside the terminal. Designated smoking areas are located outside.

Airlines
Bismarck Airport is served by the following airlines: Allegiant Airlines • American Airlines • Delta Air Lines • Frontier Airlines • United Airlines.
Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Buses

Green Route 3 provides regular transit bus service to and from BIS Airport. For fares, schedules and route maps, visit the Bisman Transit website.

Car Rentals

On-site car rental agencies include Avis • Enterprise • Hertz.

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Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxi

Taxis are available in the ground transportation area. All taxis are metered, and reservations are not required.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

  • Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
  • Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
  • Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
  • Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

Last updated: 2026-02-05

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning.  All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice.   The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or  write a review.

Airport at a Glance

Sleepability:

3 Reviews
Avoid