Travelling from Missoula Airport (MSO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Missoula Airport to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
San Francisco is one hour behind Missoula and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
Every week, there are three Missoula Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. If you want to take off early, opt for the 16:00 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 16:23 with United Airlines.
Your MSO to SFO flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
United is your ticket to exploring San Francisco (and maybe even some other great corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Missoula Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with United on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier operating MSO to SFO flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Missoula Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MSO and SFO:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Missoula Airport (MSO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, $230 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Missoula Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $561. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book eight months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MSO to SFO.
Plan your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from Missoula Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MSO to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Missoula Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Missoula Airport (MSO)
The address for MSO is 5225 Highway 10 West.
Missoula Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MSO arrive on schedule 83% of the time.
Central Missoula to Missoula Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MSO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Missoula Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SFO if you're catching a late Missoula Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Missoula Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Missoula Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MSO to SFO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Fresno, about 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are among its highlights.


