Which airports can I use when flying from Missoula to Columbia?

Flights from Missoula to Columbia usually depart from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field (MSO) and arrive at Columbia Regional (COU).

Which airports do connecting flights from Missoula to Columbia pass through?

Connecting flights from Missoula to Columbia most commonly pass through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 86% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 14% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Missoula to Columbia?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 68% on flights from Missoula to Columbia. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $458 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,412, a difference of $954. 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 long is a flight from Missoula to Columbia?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Missoula to Columbia. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 22m and 7h 43m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Missoula to Columbia?

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.

Have flight prices from Missoula to Columbia changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $478 to $1,162. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Missoula to Columbia?

Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 22m, compared with 7h 43m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

What is the time difference between Missoula and Columbia?

Columbia is 1 hour ahead of Missoula (Central Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much is a round-trip flight from Missoula to Columbia?

Round-trip flights from Missoula to Columbia typically range from $845 to $1,412. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $478, on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Missoula to Columbia?

United Airlines ($478) and American Airlines ($804) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Missoula to Columbia according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Missoula to Columbia?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Missoula to Columbia route. 86% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Missoula to Columbia?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $458. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Missoula to Columbia which airport offers the shortest layover?

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for Missoula to Columbia layovers at 3h 08m over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2

2:40 pm - 8:30 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-COU Columbia Regional

4h 50m1 stop Denver Intl

8:53 am - 1:36 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

5h 43m1 stop Denver Intl

$478United Airlines

Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2

9:45 am - 11:30 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-COU Columbia Regional

12h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:53 am - 1:36 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

5h 43m1 stop Denver Intl

$484United Airlines

Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2

9:45 am - 11:30 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-COU Columbia Regional

12h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:36 am - 9:52 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

11h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$489United Airlines

Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2

9:45 am - 11:30 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-COU Columbia Regional

12h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:12 pm - 9:52 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

31h 40m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Rapid City Denver Intl

$683United Airlines

Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 17

2:41 pm - 9:39 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-COU Columbia Regional

5h 58m1 stop Denver Intl

8:06 am - 1:33 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl

$776United Airlines

Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 17

9:50 am - 10:56 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-COU Columbia Regional

12h 06m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:06 am - 1:33 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl

$782United Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20

1:23 pm - 9:38 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-COU Columbia Regional

31h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:44 pm - 12:53 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

19h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$804American Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20

1:23 pm - 9:38 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-COU Columbia Regional

31h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:44 pm - 12:53 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

19h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$895American Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20

1:23 pm - 9:38 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-COU Columbia Regional

31h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:44 pm - 12:53 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

19h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$932American Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20

1:23 pm - 10:39 amMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-COU Columbia Regional

20h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

6:44 pm - 12:53 pmCOU Columbia Regional-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

19h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$944American Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Missoula to Columbia? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Missoula to Columbia departing in january.

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How long is a flight from Missoula to Columbia?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Missoula to Columbia. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 22m and 7h 43m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Missoula to Columbia?
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.
Have flight prices from Missoula to Columbia changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $478 to $1,162. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
Which airports can I use when flying from Missoula to Columbia?
Flights from Missoula to Columbia usually depart from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field (MSO) and arrive at Columbia Regional (COU).
Which airports do connecting flights from Missoula to Columbia pass through?
Connecting flights from Missoula to Columbia most commonly pass through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 86% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 14% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Missoula to Columbia?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 68% on flights from Missoula to Columbia. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $458 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,412, a difference of $954.

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 Missoula to Columbia?
Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 22m, compared with 7h 43m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
What is the time difference between Missoula and Columbia?
Columbia is 1 hour ahead of Missoula (Central Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $458, about $954 less than Sunday fares (68% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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