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Cheapest round-trip
$333
Typical prices: $379-$582
Alaska Airlines
Wed 12/5Sat 12/8
AUS - HLN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$221
Typical prices: $309-$413
United Airlines
Mon 1/1
AUS - HLN • 1 stop
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 39% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $485 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Austin to Helena (AUS-HLN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Austin to Helena

Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:30 am - 4:12 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HLN Helena
8h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 11:14 pmHLN  Helena-AUS Austin Bergstrom
29h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$333Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:09 pm - 10:32 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HLN Helena
5h 23m1 stop Salt Lake City
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1:10 pm - 9:42 pmHLN  Helena-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 32m1 stop Salt Lake City
$389Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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2:34 pm - 10:32 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HLN Helena
8h 58m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
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1:10 pm - 9:42 pmHLN  Helena-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 32m1 stop Salt Lake City
$394Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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1:06 pm - 10:32 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HLN Helena
10h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Salt Lake City
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1:10 pm - 12:22 amHLN  Helena-AUS Austin Bergstrom
10h 12m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:30 am - 4:12 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HLN Helena
8h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 11:14 pmHLN  Helena-AUS Austin Bergstrom
29h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$413Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:30 am - 4:12 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HLN Helena
8h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 7:24 pmHLN  Helena-AUS Austin Bergstrom
25h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$441Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:30 am - 4:12 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HLN Helena
8h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 11:14 pmHLN  Helena-AUS Austin Bergstrom
29h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$456Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:30 am - 4:12 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HLN Helena
8h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:49 pm - 10:19 pmHLN  Helena-AUS Austin Bergstrom
28h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$486Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 6
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7:00 am - 1:46 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HLN Helena
7h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 12:52 pmHLN  Helena-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$499United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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2:14 pm - 9:26 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-HLN Helena
8h 12m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
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6:20 am - 3:23 pmHLN  Helena-AUS Austin Bergstrom
8h 03m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$499United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Austin to Helena flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Austin to Helena?

Round-trip flights from Austin to Helena typically range from $379 to $582. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $333, on Alaska Airlines.

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Key details for Austin to Helena flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$221
Beat the crowds with an average 88% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Austin to Helena

When to book flights from Austin to Helena

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Austin to Helena based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Austin to Helena flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Austin to Helena?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Austin to Helena:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Austin to Helena?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Austin to Helena. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 33m and 6h 38m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Austin to Helena?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Austin to Helena flight?

    Round-trip flights from Austin to Helena range from $379 to $582, with an average of $513 over the past 12 months. Anything below $379 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Austin to Helena looking right now?

    One-way fares from Austin to Helena are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $581, which is 78% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Helena Airport (HLN)?

    Helena Airport (HLN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $84 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Austin to Helena?

    Flights from Austin to Helena usually depart from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and arrive at Helena (HLN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Austin to Helena pass through?

    Connecting flights from Austin to Helena most commonly pass through:

    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 33% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Austin to Helena?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 62% on flights from Austin to Helena. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $379 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $983, a difference of $604.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Austin to Helena?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 33m, compared with 6h 38m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Austin and Helena?

    Helena is 1 hour behind Austin (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Austin to Helena flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $379, about $604 less than Monday fares (61% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Austin to Helena trip for March. Fares historically average $313 round-trip in that month - typically $670 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Helena Airport.

    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Helena
    • Days Inn by Wyndham Helena
    • Home2 Suites By Hilton Helena

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