Why go
- City in Montana, United States.
- Served by Missoula International Airport (MSO).
History
Missoula is a city in and the county seat of Missoula County, Montana, United States. It is located along the Clark Fork River near its confluence with the Bitterroot and Blackfoot rivers in western Montana and at the convergence of five mountain ranges, and thus it is often described as the "hub of five valleys". It is the second-most populous city in Montana with a population of 73,489 at the 2020 census, increasing to an estimated 78,903 in 2025, while the Missoula metropolitan area has an estimated 128,698 residents. Missoula is home to the University of Montana, a public research university.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 4 airlines, 7 direct destinations
- Alaska Airlines AS (Dash 8-400) · 2 routes: Portland*, Seattle*
- Allegiant Air G4 (MD-80) · 2 routes: Las Vegas, Mesa
- Delta Air Lines DL (A319, CRJ) · 2 routes: Minneapolis, Salt Lake City*
- United Airlines UA (CRJ) · 1 route: Denver*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Missoula International Airport (MSO); 21 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: MSO has direct flights to 7 destinations on 4 airlines (incl. Denver, Las Vegas, Mesa, Minneapolis, Portland…).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Missoula, Montana. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.