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Cheapest round-trip
$429
Typical prices: $355-$745
Alaska Airlines
Sat 12/8Wed 12/19
SBA - MSO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$215
Typical prices: $199-$349
Alaska Airlines
Sat 12/15
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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January
Cheapest • 55% price drop
September
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Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $366 (round-trip)
San Francisco (SFO)
Shortest trip • 5h 08m (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

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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7:27 am - 1:22 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
4h 55m1 stop Portland
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1:02 pm - 7:44 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 42m1 stop Portland
$429Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 18
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10:09 am - 4:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
4h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 5:24 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 24m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$429Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 19
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10:09 am - 4:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
4h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:59 pm - 9:53 amMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
20h 54m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$429Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 19
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6:00 am - 11:19 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
16h 19m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:07 pm - 9:53 amMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
18h 46m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$451Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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7:27 am - 1:22 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
4h 55m1 stop Portland
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1:02 pm - 11:39 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
35h 37m2 stops Portland San Diego
$454Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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5:00 am - 1:31 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
7h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 12:59 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
$535United Airlines
Sun, Dec 27 - Fri, Jan 1
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5:00 am - 1:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
7h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:27 am - 12:02 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 35m1 stop San Francisco
$580United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 18
American Airlines Logo
10:02 am - 8:37 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
9h 35m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 6:38 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 38m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Austin Bergstrom Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$917American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 19
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10:02 am - 8:37 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
9h 35m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 6:38 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 38m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Austin Bergstrom Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$939American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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10:01 am - 8:15 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
9h 14m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:50 am - 6:48 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 58m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Tucson Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$1,042American 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 typically range from $355 to $745. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $429, on Alaska Airlines.

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Key details for Santa Barbara to Missoula flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$215
Beat the crowds with an average 75% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 85% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to Missoula

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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

  • How long is a flight from Santa Barbara to Missoula?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Missoula takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Missoula range from $355 to $745, with an average of $575 over the past 12 months. Anything below $355 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $429 to $1,930. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $350, which is 40% above 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 Santa Barbara to Missoula?

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

  • 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) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Portland (PDX) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Santa Barbara to Missoula. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $426 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $935, a difference of $509.

    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 Santa Barbara to Missoula?

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 08m, compared with 5h 38m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 21m via Portland (PDX).

  • 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $426, about $509 less than Monday fares (54% 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.

    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Missoula
    • StoneCreek Lodge

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