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Frequently Asked Questions

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1. What time should I arrive at the airport for my flight?

Allegiant recommends their passengers arrive at the airport at least two hours prior to scheduled departure. Customers need to be checked in no less than 45 minutes prior to scheduled departure as the ticket counter closes.

All other passengers should arrive 90 minutes before their scheduled departure for a domestic flight. If you are traveling to an international destination, you should plan on arriving two hours prior to departure. The terminal building opens at 3:30 am daily.

Ticket counters close for check-in 30 to 45 minutes prior to departure depending on the airline. The airlines require passengers to be at the departure gate at least 30 minutes prior to departure or risk missing their flight. The boarding door to the aircraft is closed approximately 10 minutes before departure time to ensure an on-time departure.

2. How much does it cost to park my car at the Airport?

Short Term Lot:
First 20 minutes - Free
Each half hour thereafter - $1.50
Daily maximum - $10

Long Term Lot:
First hour - $1
Daily maximum - $8
Weekly maximum - $40

Economy Lot:
First hour - $1
Daily maximum - $7
Weekly maximum - $35

3. Where can I find information on luggage?

Each airline has different luggage policies. To get specific information, please contact the airline you are traveling with.

• Allegiant at (702)505-8888


• American Airlines at (800)535-5225


• Delta Air Lines at (800) 745-9798


• Frontier Airlines at (800) 432-1359


• United Airlines (800) 221-6903

4. How do I find out if my flight is on time?

You can find out the status of all flights at any time in our Flight Information section. Flight information may also be obtained by phone at (701) 221-6843 or by contacting your airline directly.

5. What kind of identification is required to get through the TSA checkpoint?

To go through security at the Bismarck Airport, a government-issued photo ID is needed along with a boarding pass. Children under 18 do not need to provide an ID.

Additional information can be found on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) website.

6. What kinds of items are prohibited beyond the passenger screening checkpoint?

For a list of prohibited items, view the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) website.

7. Is there a lost and found office at the Bismarck Airport?

Lost and found for the Bismarck Airport is located with the Bismarck Airport Security office. To see if your item was found, you may also call (701) 355-1810. If you left an item on an aircraft, please contact the airline directly.

8. What do I do if I lose my plane ticket?

Each airline has a different policy for lost tickets. Contact the airline you are traveling with for specific information.

9. What kinds of accommodations are available for persons with disabilities?

The Bismarck Airport is an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compatible facility. If you require additional assistance or accommodation, you can contact the airline you are traveling with or the Airport Administrative office at (701) 355-1808 during normal business hours.

10. Where can I purchase tickets?

To purchase tickets, contact the airlines directly via their websites, published 800 or toll numbers, or you can contact a travel agent. It is also an option to purchase tickets from the airline ticket counter during normal business hours but only during times when flights are not departing. In some cases, airlines who offer less than daily service may not have personnel available to sell tickets daily.

It is recommended you contact the airline directly in this case for ticket counter hours. Please do not call the airport for airfare or ticketing information as this information is not known.

11. What are Bismarck Airport's hours of operation?

The passenger Terminal Building is open from 3:30 am until approximately 12:30 am or about 30 minutes after the last arriving flight, whichever is later. The airfield and FBO's are open 24 hours a day, 365 days per year.

12. Is smoking allowed at the Bismarck Airport?

No, the passenger terminal is a smoke free facility. Smoking is allowed in designated outdoor areas only.

13. How can I have a passenger paged?

A traveler can go to any airline counter to have a passenger paged. If you are calling to leave a message for a passenger, contact the airline the passenger is traveling with.

14. Where can I get information on job opportunities at the Airport?

Airport job opportunities are posted on the City of Bismarck website. For job opportunities with other organizations such as the airlines, car rental companies and others, please contact them directly.