Bismarck Municipal Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
BIS
ICAO Code
KBIS
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Bismarck Municipal Airport is a regional airport serving Bismarck, North Dakota and the surrounding area. It handles scheduled commercial service alongside general aviation operations and typically has a single consolidated terminal building.

Bismarck Municipal Airport
Elevation: 506 m
46.7727, -100.7469

Terminal Guide for Bismarck Municipal Airport #

The airport uses a single terminal building that serves arriving and departing passengers; gates and airline ticket counters are located in the same terminal for simple connections. Facilities are compact, with check-in, security screening and a small concourse in one building. For most passengers everything is reachable on foot without internal transport.

Getting to and From Bismarck Municipal Airport #

The airport sits a short drive from downtown Bismarck - typically about 10-20 minutes depending on traffic. Primary connections are by car, taxi or ride-hail; there is no heavy-rail service to the airport.

  • Car / driving: Approximately 5-8 miles to downtown; allow 10-20 minutes. On-site short- and long-term parking is usually available.
  • Taxis / ride-hail: Local taxi companies and app-based services operate in the area; fares to downtown are modest.
  • Shuttle / hotel transfer: Some hotels offer shuttle service-confirm availability and schedule before booking.
  • Bus: Limited public transit options may exist; schedules are less frequent than in larger cities.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Bismarck Municipal Airport #

Facilities are those of a regional airport: rental-car counters, a small selection of food and beverage outlets, and basic retail. Free Wi‑Fi is commonly available for limited sessions at many U.S. regional airports; expect plugs/USB points in public seating areas but not at every seat. There are standard restrooms and accessible facilities; large airline lounges are unlikely. Long- and short-term parking lots are provided on-site.

Tips for Bismarck Municipal Airport #

  • The airport is compact - walking between curb, check-in and gates is quick; allow extra time only during peak holiday travel.
  • During winter check road conditions and allow extra travel time; parking is generally easier than at larger airports.
  • If you need a rental car, counters are on-site - reserve ahead during peak summer or holiday periods.

Weather & Climate near Bismarck Municipal Airport #

Climate

Bismarck Municipal Airport's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -18°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 25 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
-39°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-18° -6°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -14°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-14° -2°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-8°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 13°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
21°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 69 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 26°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.6h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 29°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
15.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
13° 29°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.0h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
23°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-7°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -15°C. The driest month with just 10 mm and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-15° -4°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

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