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Cheapest round-trip
$409
Typical prices: $327-$560
Delta
Mon 10/29Thu 11/1
SBA - MSO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$230
Typical prices: $165-$309
United Airlines
Sun 10/7
SBA - MSO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Missoula. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 35% price drop
September
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $338 (round-trip)
San Francisco (SFO)
Shortest trip • 5h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Missoula (SBA-MSO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Missoula

Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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4:50 pm - 12:31 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
6h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:30 am - 12:00 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 30m1 stop Salt Lake City
$409Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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12:55 pm - 9:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
7h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:05 pm - 10:51 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 46m1 stop San Francisco
$459United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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6:52 pm - 10:54 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
27h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:06 pm - 6:02 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$461Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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2:22 pm - 2:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
23h 28m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:06 pm - 6:02 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$466Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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6:52 pm - 2:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
18h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:06 pm - 6:02 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$481Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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2:22 pm - 2:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
23h 28m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:06 pm - 6:02 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$486Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Missoula flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Missoula start at $409. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $327 to $560. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $409 on Delta.

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Key details for Santa Barbara to Missoula flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$230
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in price.
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When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Missoula

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Missoula flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Barbara to Missoula?

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Missoula usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Missoula Johnson-Bell Field (MSO).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Barbara to Missoula?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Barbara to Missoula:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Barbara to Missoula pass through?

    One-stop flights from Santa Barbara to Missoula most commonly connect through:

    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Salt Lake City (SLC) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Barbara to Missoula?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 63% on the Santa Barbara to Missoula route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $350 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $935, a difference of $585. 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 Santa Barbara to Missoula?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Missoula takes 0h 00m, covering 913 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Barbara 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.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Barbara 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 $409 to $2,438. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Barbara to Missoula looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Missoula are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $430, which is 116% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 14m, compared with 5h 23m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 5h 39m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Barbara and Missoula?

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

  • 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 starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Santa Barbara to Missoula flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Missoula range from $327 to $560, with an average of $400 over the past 12 months. Anything below $327 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to Missoula flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $350 - about $585 less than Monday (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Missoula trip for January. Fares historically average $260 round-trip in that month - typically $518 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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.
    - StoneCreek Lodge
    - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Missoula

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