Which airports can I use when flying from Missoula to San Diego?

Flights from Missoula to San Diego usually depart from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field (MSO) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Missoula to San Diego?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Missoula to San Diego.

How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Missoula to San Diego?

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $354 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $377 for nonstop.

Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Missoula to San Diego?

The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 170 variants.

Which airports do connecting flights from Missoula to San Diego pass through?

One-stop flights from Missoula to San Diego most commonly connect through: • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 62% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 20% of one-stop connections • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 12% of one-stop connections • Los Angeles (LAX) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Missoula to San Diego. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $360 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $504, a difference of $144. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Missoula to San Diego?

A nonstop flight from Missoula to San Diego takes 00m, covering 993 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Missoula to San Diego?

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 San Diego 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 $222 to $1,686. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Missoula to San Diego looking right now?

One-way fares from Missoula to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $215, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 58m, compared with 5h 02m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 5h 18m via Portland (PDX).

What is the time difference between Missoula and San Diego?

San Diego is 1 hour behind Missoula (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $53 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Payless • Europcar • Thrifty • Fox

How much should I expect to pay for a Missoula to San Diego flight?

Round-trip flights from Missoula to San Diego range from $342 to $538, with an average of $415 over the past 12 months. Anything below $342 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Missoula to San Diego?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Missoula to San Diego. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Missoula to San Diego?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Missoula to San Diego at $314 round-trip. •July ($1,308) and November ($688) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 316% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Missoula to San Diego?

Delta ($287) and Alaska Airlines ($361) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Missoula to San Diego according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Salt Lake City (SLC) is the most popular layover for the Missoula to San Diego route. 62% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via SLC.

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

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $354. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Los Angeles (LAX) had the shortest average connection time for Missoula to San Diego layovers at 2h 58m over the past 3 months.

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Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9

5:58 pm - 8:02 amMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego

15h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8:57 am - 9:24 amSAN San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

23h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$222Multiple Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 8

5:58 pm - 8:02 amMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego

15h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7:51 pm - 5:49 pmSAN San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

20h 58m2 stops San Francisco Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$262Multiple Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 8

5:58 pm - 8:02 amMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego

15h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7:22 pm - 5:49 pmSAN San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

21h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$273Multiple Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9

1:19 pm - 10:52 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego

10h 33m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7:20 am - 5:45 pmSAN San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

9h 25m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City

$287Delta

Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 8

1:19 pm - 10:52 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego

10h 33m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:51 pm - 12:37 amSAN San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

9h 46m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City

$287Delta

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

5:25 am - 2:51 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego

10h 26m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7:20 am - 5:45 pmSAN San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

9h 25m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City

$320Delta

Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9

1:03 pm - 10:33 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego

10h 30m1 stop Portland

7:05 am - 1:23 pmSAN San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

5h 18m1 stop Portland

$361Alaska Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9

1:03 pm - 10:33 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego

10h 30m1 stop Portland

7:05 am - 1:23 pmSAN San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

5h 18m1 stop Portland

$363Alaska Airlines

Tue, Apr 6 - Sat, Apr 10

4:07 pm - 10:42 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego

7h 35m1 stop San Francisco

7:00 am - 1:27 pmSAN San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

5h 27m1 stop Denver Intl

$467United Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

5:24 pm - 10:30 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego

6h 06m1 stop Denver Intl

11:00 am - 6:35 pmSAN San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

6h 35m1 stop Denver Intl

$481United Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Missoula to San Diego?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Missoula to San Diego. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Missoula to San Diego? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Missoula to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •February is the cheapest month to fly from Missoula to San Diego at $314 round-trip.
•July ($1,308) and November ($688) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 316% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Missoula to San Diego?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Missoula to San Diego.
How long is a flight from Missoula to San Diego?
A nonstop flight from Missoula to San Diego takes 00m, covering 993 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Missoula to San Diego?
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 Missoula to San Diego flight?
Round-trip flights from Missoula to San Diego range from $342 to $538, with an average of $415 over the past 12 months. Anything below $342 counts as a good deal.
How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Missoula to San Diego?
On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $354 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $377 for nonstop.
Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Missoula to San Diego?
The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 170 variants.
Have flight prices from Missoula to San Diego 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 $222 to $1,686. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Missoula to San Diego looking right now?
One-way fares from Missoula to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $215, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?
San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $53 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Payless
• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Fox
Which airports can I use when flying from Missoula to San Diego?
Flights from Missoula to San Diego usually depart from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field (MSO) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).
Which airports do connecting flights from Missoula to San Diego pass through?
One-stop flights from Missoula to San Diego most commonly connect through:

• Salt Lake City (SLC) - 62% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 4% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Missoula to San Diego?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Missoula to San Diego. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $360 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $504, a difference of $144.

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 San Diego?
Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 58m, compared with 5h 02m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 5h 18m via Portland (PDX).
What is the time difference between Missoula and San Diego?
San Diego is 1 hour behind Missoula (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in San Diego?
Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $360, about $144 less than Thursday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Missoula to San Diego trip for February. Fares historically average $314 round-trip in that month - typically $994 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $354 round-trip on this route - about $23 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.

• Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
• Bay Club Hotel & Marina
• Sheraton San Diego Resort

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