Travelling from Portland Airport (PDX) to Missoula Airport (MSO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Portland Airport to Missoula Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Flights from PDX to MSO start at 10:30 — the first with Alaska Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:47 with Alaska Airlines. Overall, you can choose from six weekly Portland Airport to Missoula Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your PDX to MSO flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Missoula (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a cinch with Alaska Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Portland Airport to Missoula Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for PDX to MSO flights, with 90.36% of services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Portland Airport to Missoula Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PDX and MSO:
Denver International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PDX) to Missoula Airport (MSO)
At the moment, R 2,072 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Portland Airport to Missoula Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,311. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from PDX to MSO, book your trip two months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Portland Airport to Missoula Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from PDX to MSO is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Portland Airport to Missoula Airport.
Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from PDX arrive at their destination on time.
Central Portland to Portland Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near PDX? If you're catching an early flight from Portland Airport to Missoula Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Missoula Airport (MSO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MSO if you're catching a late Portland Airport to Missoula Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Missoula Airport rental car and discover Missoula and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the best deal, book your vehicle from Missoula Airport several weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Missoula Airport (MSO) to central Missoula
You'll find MSO at 5225 Highway 10 West.
Missoula Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Missoula. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Missoula Airport (MSO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Portland Airport to Missoula Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Missoula. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Portland Airport to Missoula Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Missoula, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PDX to MSO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -16ºC (3ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Missoula has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres west of Missoula, a trip to Spokane will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
Around 402 kilometres south-west of Missoula, Boise is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Cathedral Of The Rockies, Boise Depot and St. John's Cathedral.
