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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $379-$682
United Airlines
Tue 10/2Thu 10/4
DEN - HLN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$175
Typical prices: $246-$458
United Airlines
Wed 9/12
MSP - HLN • 1 stop
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Helena

Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
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7:08 pm - 9:08 pmDEN  Denver Intl-HLN Helena
2h 00mnonstop
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6:25 am - 8:35 amHLN  Helena-DEN Denver Intl
2h 10mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
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7:08 pm - 9:08 pmDEN  Denver Intl-HLN Helena
2h 00mnonstop
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6:25 am - 8:35 amHLN  Helena-DEN Denver Intl
2h 10mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
11:31 am - 1:40 pmDEN  Denver Intl-HLN Helena
2h 09mnonstop
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6:28 am - 8:39 amHLN  Helena-DEN Denver Intl
2h 11mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
United Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 1:48 pmDEN  Denver Intl-HLN Helena
2h 03mnonstop
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6:25 am - 8:35 amHLN  Helena-DEN Denver Intl
2h 10mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 12:17 pmDEN  Denver Intl-HLN Helena
6h 47m1 stop Salt Lake City
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1:08 pm - 7:34 pmHLN  Helena-DEN Denver Intl
6h 26m1 stop Salt Lake City
$299Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
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8:05 am - 12:17 pmDEN  Denver Intl-HLN Helena
4h 12m1 stop Salt Lake City
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1:08 pm - 4:56 pmHLN  Helena-DEN Denver Intl
3h 48m1 stop Salt Lake City
$299Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
8:05 am - 12:17 pmDEN  Denver Intl-HLN Helena
4h 12m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
1:08 pm - 7:34 pmHLN  Helena-DEN Denver Intl
6h 26m1 stop Salt Lake City
$299Delta
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:23 pmSFO  San Francisco-HLN Helena
8h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:00 pm - 3:41 pmHLN  Helena-SFO San Francisco
23h 41m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$323Alaska Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 17
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7:00 am - 4:23 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-HLN Helena
10h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:08 pm - 11:59 pmHLN  Helena-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$329Alaska Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Wed, Sep 30
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8:53 pm - 4:41 pmSFO  San Francisco-HLN Helena
18h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:18 pm - 9:39 pmHLN  Helena-SFO San Francisco
5h 21m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$340Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for United States to Helena flights

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

What is the cheapest flight to Helena?

Denver to Helena is the cheapest route at $279 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Helena?

A round-trip flight to Helena costs $509 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from Seattle average $217, while Salt Lake City runs a bit higher at $309.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Helena?

Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Helena at $464 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Monday is the most expensive at $648.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Helena?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly to Helena with an average price of $409 round-trip.
  • July ($612) and December ($559) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Helena?

Evening flights to Helena are the cheapest at $473 round-trip on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at $556.

What is a good deal for flights to Helena?

Flights under $379 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Helena at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Seattle $187
  • Salt Lake City $259
  • Denver $269
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Expert advice for your flight to Helena

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet Baskas

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for flights to Helena

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$175
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
Flight from Minneapolis to Helena

When to book flights to Helena

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Helena based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Helena, answered

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  • Can I park my vehicle at HLN?

    HLN offers travelers ample car parking spaces at multiple lots. To the northern end of the airport’s terminal is the long-term lot, which charges around $4 a day. You can also park at the airport’s short-term parking lot situated at the eastern side of the main terminal. Travelers can park their vehicles free of charge for the first 2h at the short-term parking lot. However, if one leaves their vehicle at this parking lot for an entire day, they will pay around $25.

  • Does HLN have on-site car rentals?

    Arriving travelers who would like to take advantage of the flexibility and convenience that comes with driving themselves to destinations in and around Helena City can rent a vehicle that suits their needs from any car rental agency at the airport. Budget, Avis, National and Alamo are some car rental companies at the airport with counters near the baggage claim area.

  • Does Helena Airport offer services and facilities to disabled travelers?

    Helena Airport has accessible restrooms and elevators to ensure those in wheelchairs can access all the facilities at the airport. There is a Pet Relief Area next to the short-term lot for service animals guiding disabled passengers. Helena airport staff also offer any assistance needed by travelers with special needs or disabilities.

  • Can I withdraw cash from Helena Airport?

    If you are running short of cash, Helena Airport has an ATM located near the business center where you can withdraw some money.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Helena?

    Delta operates the most flights from the United States to Helena at 14 per week, while United Airlines is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Helena. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • How far is Helena from downtown Helena?

    Helena is 2.8 mi from downtown Helena.

  • How long are nonstop flights to Helena from different departure cities?

    Nonstop flight time to Helena varies depending on your departure city:
    • from Seattle: 1h 35m
    • from Salt Lake City: 1h 25m
    • from Denver: 2h 00m

  • How many flights serve Helena?

    Helena receives 5 flights per day and 35 per week from across the world. Salt Lake City has the most flights to Helena, with 14 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to Helena is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Helena is around $379 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

Your guide to booking Helena flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For flights to Helena, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $379 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Helena around March. Round-trip fares historically average $409 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to afternoon to save up to $83 per round-trip. Afternoon flights to Helena average $473 compared to $556 for noon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Helena, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, United Airlines includes a cabin bag in Economy Class, Alaska Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and Delta includes a cabin bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • To get to Helena in comfort, hop onboard the Helena Towncar, which will pick you up at the terminal. The luxury shuttles charge around $45 from the airport to downtown Helena. Alternatively, you can take a Helena taxi from the airport outside baggage claim to the city center for approximately $20, or an Uber, which charges around $10. It will take you around 5min to travel from the airport to downtown Helena.
  • You can work or hold meetings at Helena Airport’s business center. The business center offers business travelers a quiet and work-friendly environment. Located on the landside, this business center comes with a TV lounge and free internet.
  • If you need to grab a bite as you wait for your flight, you will find various food options at the café on the airside or at the restaurant located on the landside.
  • You should fly into Helena Airport (HLN) if you are heading to Townsend City, located approximately 30 miles away, Anaconda City, located approximately 56 miles away, or Great Falls City, situated approximately 89 miles away.
  • United Airlines offers nonstop flights to Denver, while other major airlines flying out from Helena Airport like Delta Air Lines and Alaska Airlines have layovers at Salt Lake City or Seattle before landing in Denver.
  • Whether you are looking for some reading materials or unique gifts and necessities to occupy your time before and during your flight, you will find everything you need at the gift shop located at the passenger terminal.
  • If your luggage is too heavy to carry through the vast airport, you should use the complimentary luggage carts at the passenger terminal.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying to Helena

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Helena? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12840 reviews
7.0Entertainment
7.0Food
8.5Crew
7.8Comfort
8.1Boarding
Airline reviews

same as the first when you pay for choice of seats than you don't receive them its very frustrating it was an extra fee of $80 dollars Craig Molan

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jul 2026
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same as the first when you pay for choice of seats than you don't receive them its very frustrating it was an extra fee of $80 dollars Craig Molan

The flight was direct, anytime a flight is on time, and there's not a layover that risk yet another delay is a win!!

Didn’t even get on, check my flight to Seattle for details. Do better Alaska.

WOuld have liked coffee or pretzels but other than that, crew and pilot and flight were great. Seat was great, too.

The flight 2161 was cancelled after repeated delays; for some reason the crew and not the tower located in Billings, Montana made the call. A cancelled flight is not a big deal, it happens. It was very disappointing that upon cancelling the flight it was a free for all to get to the counter for rebooking. Priority seating and first class ticket holders should have been giving priority to get on the next available flight. Most would agree that the process of moving states away, w/a cat, is stressful. A cancelled flight, 90 minutes to rebook, no place to stay, medication that was to be refrigerated and trying to find a local pet friendly hotel significantly added to the stress. Had I been able to rebook (per priority boarding SOP) I could have called the place I had just checked out of as my room most likely was just as I'd left it, including with pet supplies (which also had to be repurchased). While waiting to rebook, many of us called Alaska Airlines 800 number hoping to get a new flight; the waiting time -- this is not a joke -- was eight (8) hours, which dropped to "just" two (2) hours about 45-minutes later. Due to the cancellation I had to spend $268.75 and I still have not been refunded for the change in ticket (first class to regular). Each time I've call, five times now, the wait time was absurd, or a message of call back is given. Hopefully visiting the airport and talking with an agent face to face will be the final chapter to this experience. Alaska has been my go to air travel for years, hopefully this trip was just a hiccup. A system that forces customer's to spend hours of their time (money) to get a just due refund is not a working system. I suggest Alaska Airlines hire more representatives to handle calls; time is more valuable than money, spending 90 minutes to rebook a flight, without the difference being automatic is absurd. There are things called computers, they do amazing things. Once the flight was cancelled, only three agents were working to rebook the PAX, This too was unacceptable. First class ticket holders pay for first-class service, this should include rebooking on flights that are cancelled. I recall a time when flights were cancelled the airline would offer a hotel should the next flight not be until the following day? I had no idea that was no longer SOP; many could return home, several of us could not. The agents were pleasant once the PAX had their turn to rebook, this was true down in baggage area as well. The flight out the next day was also what I'd come to find of Alaska Airlines.

The crew inside the airport for Alaska was rude, lazy and incompetent

Larger seats with a bit more room would be good! Thanks for all your hard work. I think we are all feeling a bit down these days economically and your positive attitudes, both from SJC to Seattle and from Seattle to Bozeman makes more of a difference than you can see! Thank you and Merry Christmas! I hope all your financial needs are met and that very good things come your way.

I purchased a 1st class ticket and unfortunately the main flight attendant was not the best and seemed more interested in her phone than the passengers at times. Then the plane didn’t get restocked and the only snacks for this flight were pretzels. However I would like to say that the rest of the flight crew and ground crew at the airport we’re great, especially the people that wheeled me around the airport some and then the one getting me to the plane and the automated wheelchair that wheeled me through the airport.

Flight was delayed as it always is with Alaska airlines. Particularly to smaller airports. No AC on the plane so it was miserably hot.

No notice of gate change at the original gate. When my mobile boarding pass didn't scan, staff looked up the wrong name in trying to place me.

Noting this only because it’s so unusual for delta: this was just an uncomfortable flight. The jet ridge was too hot and the plane wasn’t any better. By the time we got off the ground the AC was on but for such a short flight it was almost too late.

1) It was extremely hot in the cabin. All the passengers were sweating and it almost became suffocating 2) It was a 50 min flight but there was no service. How can a 50 minute flight not have any drink/snack service?

Very bad multiple confusion and miscommunication which i ended up missing my flight.

There was no food, so :( to that one. The flight was delayed by 3 hours. Not Delta's fault. Not the crew's fault. Considering how tired all us passengers were, everything went surprisingly well. The flight crew were very helpful, friendly, and professional. I always fly Delta.

Delta is a perfect partner, offering the gold standard across the board.

Our flight from Detroit to LaGuardia on Thursday 8/20 was delayed from 555 to 910 due to storms and a ground stop at LGA. It’s never fun to be stuck at the airport but I thought the desk crew and captain handled it well and kept us informed. I especially liked how they referred to us as their “LaGuardia family.” I am a loyal delta customer and this is one of the reasons why.

Terrible. Waited on runway for 1+ hour after landing and then was brought to wrong terminal

The flights were on time; all went as expected which is a big positive! No delays! There was no food or drink service in any legs, which I understand due to the short flight time.

One of the best crews and best flights I’ve ever had! Really great experience

The bus ride from the terminal to board the plane is uncomfortable and stressful when making a connection.

Not a United thing, but late afternoon departures from Denver with thunderstorms is always prone to delays.

Kayak booked this flight with only 1h 20min layover in Chicago. This made it impossible for me and several other passengers to reach this flight. Moreover, the gate closed boarding in spite of several passengers still on their way without waiting even one more minute. However, the plane departed with 20min (!) delay, i.e., there would have been at least 15 min time to let the delayed passengers board without causing any delays. I complained and as a "thank you" the attendent booked us on the last (!) flight to Indianapolis ~7h later! Thankfully, I caught the spitefulness and the United customer line rebooked the flight to an earlier flight. Although I can't grade this particular flight since I never had a chance to take it, Kayak made the mistake of a too short layover and the crew at the gate was awful.

Sitting in coach even in the larger leg space is extremely uncomfortable and the staff pay no attention.

Really delayed, no effort to support customers other than “sometimes we run late.”

It was serviceable, nothing special but nothing awful on this leg.

On boarding crew at the airport called in the boarding numbers too early meaning before the previous line was completed resulting in later numbers getting to board ahead. Also she asked those who boarded from number 3 to have the tags in their carry-on bags and leave it in the jet bridge. Most of the overhead bins were empty though. This is more work for the ground staff in addition to more inconvenience for passengers waiting to get their carry-ons from the jet bridge.

The flight was excellent. Their was no service as we boarded, the flight attendants spent about 30 minutes just taking and not really caring that the cabin was about 80 degrees and did not offered any beverage to first class passengers or any passenger. The flight from DEN to ONT is not long but not under an hour, we received one drink and bag of chips if you were lucky. I was in first class…. I did leave my hat on the plane and it only took less than five minutes for a United rep to locate and bring it to me.

Flight did not have wifi service. It was experiencing technical difficulties. Definitely and old plane that needs updating.

Sitting on the runway after we land for almost two hours! Not sure if we should blame United or Just Dumpy Vance.

Please please take consideration when setting cabin temperature. The vents were not functional and it was over 70 degrees in the cabin during the winter months when most people are used to much cooler indoor temperatures. I was down to my white t-shirt and the sweat pants I wore from Auckland to San Francisco and was sweating profusely and there was NO VENT!

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