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Cheapest round-trip
$172
Overall average: $397
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LAX - MSO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$229
United Airlines
Sun 6/28Sat 7/4
LAX - MSO • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Missoula (LAX-MSO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Missoula that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Missoula

Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
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24h 07m1 stop
$172Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Feb 23
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$192Multiple Airlines
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$200Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 23
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39h 18m2 stops
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$221Multiple Airlines
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$223Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jun 4 - Thu, Jun 11
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$229United Airlines
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8:00 am - 3:31 pm
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$239Alaska Airlines
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$240Alaska Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Sun, Mar 8
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$244Alaska Airlines
Sat, May 30 - Wed, Jun 3
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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to Missoula flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Missoula to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Los Angeles to Missoula? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Missoula?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Missoula clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Missoula on a Saturday and more expensive on a Thursday. On your return trip to Los Angeles, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Missoula?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Missoula, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Missoula is April, where tickets cost $328 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $607 and $582 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Los Angeles to Missoula?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $381 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Missoula?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Missoula, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Missoula, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 32% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$87
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 34% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Missoula

  • Does Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) have a long-term parking lot?

    If you're looking for parking at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), you have four options: hotel parking, terminal parking, off-airport parking, and valet parking. The Economy Public Parking Lot C is the ideal option for long-term parking if you are going on a long trip and wish to leave your car at the airport for a few days.

  • What services does LAX offer for senior and guests with limited mobility?

    All sections at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) have ramps and are accessible for people with mobility challenges. The airport also offers adult changing stations and ADA-friendly restrooms designed for easy access. You will be greeted by a customer service agent who will help you load your luggage and board. For wheelchair assistance, we advise you to make earlier arrangements with your airline company to avoid inconveniences.

  • How can I get to downtown Missoula from Missoula International Airport (MSO)?

    You have plenty of transportation options after landing in Missoula. Take advantage of the nine car rental services with service desks next to the baggage claim section. Other options include the Missoula Mountain Lion bus, taxi, and shuttles.

  • Which airlines fly first class from Los Angeles (LAX) to Missoula (MSO)?

    The Los Angeles to Missoula route has some prestigious airlines. For first class travel, you can book with Delta Air Line, American Airlines, or United Airlines to enjoy privacy, comfortable seats, and the best treatment during your flight.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Missoula?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Missoula was $87 for a one-way ticket and $172 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Los Angeles and Missoula?

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to Missoula?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to Missoula flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Missoula?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to Missoula flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Missoula?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and Missoula, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to Missoula, Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Missoula are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $387 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $439 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Missoula?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Missoula.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Missoula?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Missoula from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Missoula?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Missoula with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline. Booking your flights between Los Angeles and MSO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Missoula?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Missoula from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Missoula

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $270 or less one-way.
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a major hub for top airline companies like American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Southwest Airlines. Due to the high competition among top US airlines, you will find the best lounges. You can catch a breath as you wait for your flight at the Delta Sky Club, American Airlines Admirals Club, Alaska Lounge, Centurion Lounge, or the Star Alliance Lounge.
  • If you want to relieve your pet before the flight, you can access one of the 11 indoor or three outdoor pet relief areas. Before passing through security, you can use the three outdoor pet relief areas located on the lower level of arrivals. Locate the pet relief section closest to your terminal after going through airport security. These sections are fitted with artificial turfs and mini fire hydrants to help your pet easily relieve itself.
  • Getting to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) from downtown LA by public transport is the cheapest option but will take you a lot of time. We advise you to choose an airport taxi, online cabs, or the LAX FlyAway bus service if you want to get to the airport fast. Fares may vary depending on time and the starting location.
  • For your convenience, there are two vendors before and after the security checkpoint if you plan to grab a drink or a bite after landing at Missoula International Airport. You can also access vending machines in different terminals for an after-hours snack or drink. The facility has several food and beverage options.
  • Travelers that wear out due to long flight hours can relax in one of the massage chairs at Missoula International Airport (MSO). Power up your device as you enjoy a massage before your next move. The massage chairs are in convenient locations before and after security checkpoints.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Los Angeles to Missoula

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to Missoula. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 11583 reviews
7.0Entertainment
7.1Food
8.5Crew
7.8Comfort
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I behave had better flights this one was old and poor

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Dec 2025
LAX - LIH
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I behave had better flights this one was old and poor

I haven’t flown in over 20 years and had my grandkids, so I had lots of questions. They were very polite and helpful . Thank you.

Was notified the departure would be late. Later on it was suddenly on time. Traffic by LAX was horrendous, and I missed the flight.

The flights were all late and they would not refund my money

They were so kind to us! The entire staff were so good to us when we had our service dog join our trip and we couldn't be more grateful!

You need a n/a category. Too short a flight for food. I love flying on Alaska from Santa Rosa Airport!

I didn’t order food so can’t really say how it was. Overall, it was a great experience.

Kayak I had marked one carry on, one checked bag. Yet when it completed the purchase marked it as no carry on. Fail on kayaks side! Then extended flight delayed due to computer issues. Crew of the plane did awesome but fail on both kayak and alaskan

Glad they offer free meal, & I got a complimentary drink I’d like coffee,tea, or water offered 3/4 into trip

Terrible. My flight was pushed out three times finally the fourth time it was canceled completely. They sent me to a hotel that would not accept the voucher. And I had to pay for my cab and Uber . I arrived at the airport at five and didn’t get into my hotel until 1145.

The flight was delayed for about 2 hrs. Other than it, it was good.

I am extremely disappointed that delta internal pilot manuals now refer to the Gulf of Mexico as the “gulf of America”. You can bow down to the Orange turd on your own. I will never fly delta again

No lunch on a x-country flight scheduled for 10:50 am departure, arrived 5+ hrs later. That requires a black box label before you pay for the tickets. Worst, when I checked in online, it's specifically said that lunch was served on his flight for economy Plus passengers.

Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

Delayed flight (1hour) plus a long layover after an overnight flight with no backup plane available.

Flight delayed for two and half hours and then canceled altogether due to mechanical issues. No mechanic onsite to fix so had to send one from LAX.

My husband upgraded our seats and I don't know if it was due to the type of planet was or if they didn't upgrade our seats. We were supposed to be in I believe comfort seats and they were just as tight as any other seat- no leg room and we are very tall people but at least it wasn't extremely cold. My husband did put in a complaint about our seating because he paid extra and if we would have known that the space and the tightness would have been the same, we just would have gotten the emergency row emergency row seats that we normally get. We love Delta but both our flights coming home we're not good. Oh I forgot to mention that on our flight to Hawaii our luggage wheels got broke and we had to purse new luggage on vacation then we never had this problem so we didn't know protocol and reported it after we got home only for them to tell is we only had 24hrs to report the damage. Not sure what was going on with Delta this vacation trip.

Crew was excellent. Comfort seats not as nice as other kinds of planes.

I received several emails about my 3:10 flight. When I showed up to the airport at 12:30 to check my bags I was told the flight was actually at 1 pm. They grudgingly rebooked me for a flight at 5:22 to Vegas to get a connecting to LAX. I did find the gate for my original 3:10 flight but they were booked. I proceeded to receive status updates and gate change information for the 3:10 flight, even though I was apparently never supposed to be on that flight

The food options were limited and very specific. Some type of entertainment option for a 4.5 hour flight would have been nice.

The Kayak confirmation number did not work for checking in the day before. I checked in at 8.30 using my ticket number. When I arrived at the airport, I was informed that the flight was overbooked, and since I had checked in late, I did not have a seat. The Next flight was not until ten PM. I called my wife, who had been taking care of our kids all weekend, and she was upset, calling me a liar and telling me to stay in SD. It turned my weekend getaway into a nightmare! I blame the Kayak website and will not book flights using your app in the future.

comfortable but the food is horrible. I have flown Hawaiian several times now and no matter what they say the food is its the same squashed bread with melted goop inside. Tastes fake and isnt what they represent, its quite nasty. What happend to real food? And there is NO entertainment!! so not sure why they are asking for a review on that.

Good and friendly staff. Nicely enjoyed the complimentary drink and snack.

I was very, very cold and a stranger loaned me her sweater next to me. I didn’t wanna buy a blanket just for a four hour trip when I did not need the pillow or the earphones. I don’t mind purchasing a blanket, but I only needed that not all of it accessories. Cold air pretty much blew the entire trip. Two people in front of me both bought the blanket packages. Maybe that’s the idea. The crew was exceptionally nice and passed through multiple times.. the restrooms were very clean and usually accessible.

3 hour wait on customer service after flight was cancelled. Was bumped to a flight where I wouldnt have gotten to my destination for another 2 days. Had to fully refund flight and book a new one the following morning. Paid twice the amount for the flight than I had originally booked. Very disappointed I was not offered any sort of discount or points for all of the frustration, in fact the airline profited twice as much off of me by cancelling my flight and and changing my entire trip.

I understand that both Hawaiian and Alaskan are in the process of merging but I could not get real-time flight info or access my boarding pass on either app

Had a hard time checking into my flight on my phone because they gave me the wrong confirmation number. Otherwise everything else went well.

All was good and they were able to seat my travel companion next to me. Thank you.

Sitting on the runway after we land for almost two hours! Not sure if we should blame United or Just Dumpy Vance.

I boarded flight UA#1318 at Sacramento International Airport going back to Houston TX. The flight was scheduled at 5:10am. I was able to check in virtually using the United Airlines app. When I entered the airport, there was no one outside assisting with checked bags as it was for Delta Airlines. Immediately upon entering, there was a LONG, EXTREMELY LONG line to the kiosks to get boarding passes. I stand in line to get boarding passes then had to move to ANOTHER EXTREMELY LONG line to get my bags checked in. While standing in this line, we noticed an agent taking customers to 3 at a time to her station to check their bags in. Lucky for me, she called me back, checked my bags for me and I was on my way. I then encountered another long line at the TSA check and to avoid I ending up having to sign up for CLEAR to bypass it. So glad, I did.,...Both of my flights were great with no issues, butthe check in progress at Bush Airport was so much smoother. Check-in at SMF airport needs to be anaylzed and corrected. Do better United, I know you can....thanks

Pushed back only to get deplaned due to a tire damaged by ground crew. They did at least go pretty fast. The bathrooms should be banned under the Geneva convention. No room to even sit straight on the toilet. The under-seat entertainment units block what little leg room there is.

United airlines has the best customer experience from booking to arrival. I always fly United airlines. The mileage program is excellent

Older aircraft, no meal, only food was for purchase. Not impressed United.

Not pleasant trip cross country when the entertainment and WiFi system not working. No entertainment for entirety of route. Staff was rather nonchalant in that they dismissed the problem due to age of plane. It would have been nice to know this up front so I could have come prepared to read or download movies before boarding Coincidentally or not, there was a similar issue with the entertainment system on my previous flight I took on my fist leg of the trip. There are no seat TVs, so you must rely on the app when it works. United can do better. Also, what use it it to pay for boarding group 2 when half of the passengers are in the same line as you?

Premium Plus is a really good idea for longer flights

The flight attendants were great, I joked with one I can’t remember her name, a blond, really sweet. I thought it was run well very professional. This was great i survived Spirit, I know for which I speak.

I was in first class. The outlets at my seat did not work. The plane was shabby and run down. I had prepurchsed a day subscription for internet that was not redeemable. I had to repurchase the internet for my flight and then it didn’t work anyway. Quite disappointed in what was supposed to be the launch of a great vacation.

I understand stuff happens, but plane failures are likely due to lack of maintenance. Additionally, air conditioning wasn't working, no snack/drink service, no WiFi. Fortunately, the crew was communicative and light-hearted. United grabbed another plane and we were able to get to our destination.

The flight was very smooth and the meal in business class was great.

I requested a low sodium meal. Reason being, I take medicine for high blood pressure and I wear compression socks on long flights to help with leg swelling. Having less sodium in meals really helps me feel better on long flights. I received my initial low sodium meal after takeoff. Just before landing, the crew came through with the meal cart and offered me what was being served. I said no thank you and then noticed my low sodium meal in the meal cart, with my name and seat assignment on it. I motioned to the crew member, but he grabbed the meal cart and proceeded to move to the rear of the aircraft. He didn’t see me or other passengers who had attempted to get this attention. He was more concerned about completing meal service since we were due to land in under 45 minutes. I pressed the call light five times from my seat to receive help, but no crew member responded to me. So, I didn’t receive a second meal, one that I requested (the low sodium option). This led me to have a migraine from only eating one meal on an 11-hour flight. This is why I’m not a fan of flying US-based airlines overseas. The crew members continue to show the absolute worst customer service experience. I would not recommend flying American for overseas flights.

Not great. Booked Extra seats and got nothing extra at all. It’s basically a big budget airline.

Horrible. Both legs of my flight were delayed more than 6 hours. No compensation, no screens on the plane, and the plane was not clean.

The flight was smooth, the pilot kept us informed about delays and we arrived more of less on time

The flight was flawless and we even arrived between 20 and 25 minutes early!

Always seated jammed in rear of aircraft Admirals Club food at DFW terminal D was absolute worst food experience and I pay $600/year to eat this dried out junk

Mostly good. Flight was crowded but Airline personnel were very friendly & accommodating. It would be good to have savory snacks rather than just sweet Biscoff cookies.

It was a red eye flight, so no meals were provided, but it was fine with snacks. The seats felt cramped and almost too narrow.

Very crowded flight but what can you expect these days?? Crew was accommodating.

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