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Flights from Brainerd to Bismarck
There are no direct flights from Brainerd to Bismarck. The fastest way is one stop via Minneapolis, about 3h 25m door to door (2 connections a week on current schedules).
No direct flights · 1 connection option From 3h 25m
Brainerd to Bismarck at a glance
Fastest journey3h 25mVia Minneapolis, on current schedules
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Minneapolis
Best ways to fly from Brainerd to Bismarck
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
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BRD Minneapolis (MSP) BIS
Leg 1: Bemidji Airlines, SkyWest · Leg 2: Delta Air Lines, SkyWest
Mon10:45 BRD11:12 MSP1h 48m connection13:00 MSP14:10 BISSkyWest
Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.
Good to know
- Distance
- 510 km317 miles
- Journey time
- 3h 25mon current schedules
- Time difference
- NoneBismarck vs Brainerd
- Currency in Bismarck
- USD
- Airports
- BRD → BIS
Flights from Brainerd to Bismarck: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Brainerd to Bismarck?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Minneapolis. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Brainerd to Bismarck?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 3h 25m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 510 km.
Where do you change planes between Brainerd and Bismarck?
The best connecting points are Minneapolis (MSP). Bemidji Airlines flies both legs via Minneapolis, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Brainerd and Bismarck?
Brainerd: Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD). Bismarck: Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS).





