Flying from Missoula International Airport (MSO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Missoula International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Missoula.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MSO to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
United Airlines is your ticket to exploring San Francisco (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Missoula International Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with United Airlines on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Missoula International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between MSO and SFO include:
Salt Lake City International Airport
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Missoula International Airport (MSO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Rs29,838 is currently the best price for a one-way Missoula International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs63,432. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from MSO to SFO, reserve your trip two months ahead of your departure.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Missoula International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Missoula International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Missoula International Airport (MSO)
You'll find MSO at 5225 Highway 10 West.
82.29% of flights departing from Missoula International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from MSO.
To reach Missoula International Airport from central Missoula, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Missoula International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MSO:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Reserve a hotel near SFO if you're on a late Missoula International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of San Francisco and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Missoula International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to San Francisco in February.
Before locking in your flight from Missoula International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 22ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MSO to SFO sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are the start of reasons to visit.