Very Light Jet
- Passengers4-6
- Flight time1h 16m
- Range2,180 km
- Guide priceUS$10,000 – US$13,500
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Charter Bismarck to Minneapolis privately from US$10,000, about 1h 16m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Bismarck (BIS) to Minneapolis (MSP) and Minneapolis to Bismarck — timed and priced alike.
Bismarck and Minneapolis lie approximately 620 km apart (385 mi / 335 nm) on a direct routing.
From US$10,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Bismarck–Minneapolis spans US$10,000 – US$24,500: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 16m | 1h 08m – 1h 24m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 12m | 1h 05m – 1h 19m | US$12,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 16m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 14m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 12m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 12m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 10m | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 07m | US$14,500 – US$20,500 | 6-8 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Jet charter costs between Bismarck and Minneapolis are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Bismarck, United States: Bismarck Municipal Airport.
Minneapolis, United States: Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field, Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field, Flying Cloud Airport, Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport, New Richmond Regional Airport and L O Simenstad Municipal Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Bismarck: Bismarck (BIS); Minneapolis: Minneapolis (FCM), Saint Paul (STP).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Wed, most often around 16:00 UTC.
Minneapolis→Bismarck runs about 4 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Mon is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck → Minneapolis | 25 | 77 min | 53 min | Beech Super King Air (13), Pilatus PC-12 (1), Raytheon Premier 1 (1), Cessna CitationJet (1) |
| Minneapolis → Bismarck | 27 | 81 min | — | Beech Super King Air (11), Cessna Citation Latitude (3), Cessna Citation CJ4 (2), Raytheon Premier 1 (2) |
52 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Bismarck Municipal Airport | Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KBIS / BIS | KMSP / MSP |
| Longest hard runway | 8,794 ft | 11,006 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 1,661 ft | 841 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Bismarck to Minneapolis can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. The tighter of the two runways is Bismarck Municipal Airport at 8,794 ft, against the 6,000 ft needed by the most demanding type on the list, the Bombardier Global 7500 — 2,794 ft of margin. The leg is 620 km.
Alternates within range: Mandan Municipal Airport (4,399 ft, 11 km) · Minnkota Private Airport (4,000 ft, 52 km) · Sauter Airport · Cloud Nine Airport · Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field (6,491 ft, 14 km) · Flying Cloud Airport (5,001 ft, 19 km) · Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport (5,000 ft, 29 km) · New Richmond Regional Airport (5,507 ft, 61 km)
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Bismarck–Minneapolis sector leaves when you do.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Bismarck–Minneapolis trip to its true flying time: 1h 16m.
Bismarck–Minneapolis is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$24,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 16m in the air over 620 km (385 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Bismarck–Minneapolis departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
Other flights from Bismarck | Minneapolis | United States | North America