Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Missoula International Airport (MSO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Missoula International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
To ensure you catch your SAN to MSO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Getting to Missoula (and then discovering more of United States!) is a snap with Alaska Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Missoula International Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Alaska Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Missoula International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAN and MSO:
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Missoula International Airport (MSO)
At the moment, 97 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Missoula International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 252 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SAN to MSO.
June is the cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Missoula International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from SAN to MSO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Missoula International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.
71.38% of flights that depart San Diego International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
San Diego International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Missoula International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SAN:
Arriving at Missoula International Airport (MSO)
If you're arriving on a late San Diego International Airport to Missoula International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near MSO:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Missoula International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz to explore Missoula and beyond.
Book your vehicle from Missoula International Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during peak season, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Missoula International Airport (MSO) to central Missoula
MSO is located at 5225 Highway 10 West.
Missoula International Airport to the centre of Missoula has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Missoula International Airport (MSO)
The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Missoula International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Missoula based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Missoula is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from San Diego International Airport to Missoula International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
December sees average temperatures of between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAN to MSO sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Missoula, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Spokane to tick off its leading sights. From Manito Park to Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, head for Boise, about 402 kilometres south-west of Missoula. Idaho State Capitol Building, Old Idaho Penitentiary and Zoo Boise are key reasons to visit.