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Cheapest round-trip
$373
Typical prices: $400-$608
Alaska Airlines
Sun 12/9Sat 1/6
SAN - MSO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$106
Typical prices: $223-$364
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/18
SAN - MSO • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Missoula. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 32% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $456 (round-trip)
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Shortest trip • 5h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Missoula (SAN-MSO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Missoula

Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Jan 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 1:23 pmSAN  San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
5h 18m1 stop Portland
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 8:22 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego
8h 20m1 stop Portland
$373Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Jan 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 1:23 pmSAN  San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
5h 18m1 stop Portland
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4:22 pm - 9:50 amMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego
18h 28m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Portland
$378Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Feb 24
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:32 pmSAN  San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
7h 32m2 stops Portland Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:16 pm - 8:07 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego
6h 51m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Portland
$382Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Nov 29
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 5:02 pmSAN  San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
8h 42m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 8:48 amMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego
4h 18m1 stop Salt Lake City
$442Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
Delta Logo
1:51 pm - 12:37 amSAN  San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
9h 46m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 2:41 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego
10h 16m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$443Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 11:25 amSAN  San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
25h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:34 pm - 12:07 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego
17h 33m1 stop Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
$459Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 23
United Airlines Logo
12:39 pm - 9:52 pmSAN  San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
8h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:45 am - 2:55 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego
6h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$467United Airlines
Sat, Feb 13 - Wed, Feb 17
United Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 1:40 pmSAN  San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:54 am - 5:23 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego
8h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
$467United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
Delta Logo
7:10 pm - 12:20 amSAN  San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
4h 10m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 8:48 amMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego
4h 18m1 stop Salt Lake City
$467Delta
Wed, Dec 30 - Tue, Jan 5
American Airlines Logo
9:35 am - 8:47 pmSAN  San Diego-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
10h 12m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:34 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SAN San Diego
12h 34m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$1,117American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Missoula flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Missoula typically range from $400 to $608. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $373, on Alaska Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Missoula. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 30% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Missoula at $341 round-trip.
•September ($646) and November ($620) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Diego to Missoula flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$106
Beat the crowds with an average 66% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 157% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Diego to Missoula

When to book flights from San Diego to Missoula

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Missoula based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Diego to Missoula 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 San Diego to Missoula?

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

  • How long is a flight from San Diego to Missoula?

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

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

    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 San Diego to Missoula flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Missoula range from $400 to $608, with an average of $502 over the past 12 months. Anything below $400 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $456 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $572 for nonstop.

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

    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 San Diego to Missoula 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 $373 to $1,919. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to Missoula are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $233, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport (MSO)?

    Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport (MSO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Avis

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

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

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

    One-stop flights from San Diego to Missoula most commonly connect through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from San Diego to Missoula. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $383 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $657, a difference of $274.

    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 San Diego to Missoula?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 14m, compared with 5h 25m via Portland (PDX) and 5h 51m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Missoula?

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

Your guide to booking San Diego to Missoula 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $383, about $274 less than Sunday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Missoula trip for January. Fares historically average $341 round-trip in that month - typically $305 less than the most expensive month, which is September (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 $456 round-trip on this route - about $116 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 Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport.

    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Missoula
    • StoneCreek Lodge

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