Missoula International Airport (MSO)
Missoula, US 🇺🇸 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
KMSO
IATA
MSO
Elevation
3206 ft
Region
US-MT
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GPS Code: KMSO
Local Code: MSO
Location: 46.916302° N, -114.091003° E
Continent: North America
Type: Medium Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Traveler sentiment at Missoula International Airport (MSO) is overwhelmingly positive, often described as efficient, modern, and welcoming. Many appreciate the airport's clean and organized environment, along with its friendly staff.
What Travelers Love
- Efficient and Quick Security: Travelers frequently praise the TSA for its speed and efficiency, with wait times often reported as 10-20 minutes, even during busier periods. TSA PreCheck lanes are also available.
- Modern and Clean Terminal: The airport features a new, bright, and spacious terminal with modern amenities, wood accents, and scenic mountain views. It is consistently noted for its cleanliness and organized layout.
- Convenient Amenities: The airport offers various food and beverage options, including cafes like Black Coffee Roasting Company, restaurants like Jedediah's, and bars such as Kettlehouse Bar & Grill and MSO Taphouse. Free WiFi and charging stations are available throughout the terminal. An Observation Lounge with a fireplace provides a comfortable waiting area.
- Easy Transportation and Parking: On-site rental car services are available, and the airport is a short 15-minute drive to downtown Missoula. Ride-sharing services (Uber and Lyft), taxis, and a free Mountain Line bus service to downtown are also accessible. Both short and long-term parking are offered, with 60 minutes of free parking in all lots.
Common Complaints
- Limited Direct Flight Options: Some travelers mention limitations in direct routes to major cities, although the airport does connect to over 15 major cities.
- Occasional Parking Issues: While parking is generally available, some reviews indicate that lots can occasionally fill up, especially during holidays, requiring travelers to allow extra time.
- Accessibility Concerns (Past): There have been past concerns regarding the lack of handicap waiting or parking near baggage claim exits and challenges with assistance for disabled individuals, though the airport has been addressing improvements.
Missoula International Airport is widely regarded as an excellent and comfortable gateway to Western Montana, praised for its efficiency, modern facilities, and friendly atmosphere.
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Airport Routes
Missoula International Airport (MSO) offers 32 flight routes operated by 9 airlines. Major carriers include Horizon, SkyWest, Delta Air Lines and others. Popular destinations from Missoula include Denver Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl, Seattle-Tacoma Intl, Dallas-Fort Worth Intl and Salt Lake City Intl.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Denver Intl (DEN) 3
- Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 3
- Seattle-Tacoma Intl (SEA) 3
- Dallas-Fort Worth Intl (DFW) 2
- Salt Lake City Intl (SLC) 2
- Portland Intl (PDX) 2
- Coeur D'Alene/Pappy Boyington Fld (COE) 1
- Glacier Park Intl (FCA) 1
- Mesa Gateway (AZA) 1
- Harry Reid Intl (LAS) 1
- Los Angeles Intl (LAX) 1
- Minneapolis/St Paul Intl (MSP) 1
Newly Discovered
- Seattle-Tacoma Intl (SEA) new
- Dallas-Fort Worth Intl (DFW) new
- Denver Intl (DEN) new
- Salt Lake City Intl (SLC) new
- Minneapolis/St Paul Intl (MSP) new
- Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) new
- Portland Intl (PDX) new
- Mesa Gateway (AZA) new
- San Francisco Int'l (SFO) new
- Harry Reid Intl (LAS) new
- Bozeman Yellowstone Intl (BZN) new
- Canyonlands Rgnl (CNY) new
Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver Intl | DEN |
Denver | B39M | United | 252 flights · 679 mi | |
| Portland Intl | PDX |
Portland | E75L | Horizon | 232 flights · 417 mi | |
| Salt Lake City Intl | SLC |
Salt Lake City | E75L | SkyWest | 202 flights · 437 mi | |
| Seattle-Tacoma Intl | SEA |
Seattle | E75L | Horizon | 201 flights · 388 mi | |
| Seattle-Tacoma Intl | SEA |
Seattle | B39M | Alaska Airlines | 174 flights · 388 mi | |
| Salt Lake City Intl | SLC |
Salt Lake City | BCS1 | Delta Air Lines | 164 flights · 437 mi | |
| Denver Intl | DEN |
Denver | E170 | SkyWest | 159 flights · 679 mi | |
| Minneapolis/St Paul Intl | MSP |
Minneapolis | A320 | Delta Air Lines | 152 flights · 1011 mi | |
| Chicago O'Hare Intl | ORD |
Chicago | E170 | Envoy Air | 122 flights · 1330 mi | |
| Dallas-Fort Worth Intl | DFW |
Dallas-Fort Worth | E75L | Envoy Air | 94 flights · 1320 mi | |
| Chicago O'Hare Intl | ORD |
Chicago | E75L | SkyWest | 43 flights · 1330 mi | |
| Mesa Gateway | AZA |
Phoenix | A320 | Allegiant Air | 40 flights · 951 mi | |
| Harry Reid Intl | LAS |
Las Vegas | A319 | Allegiant Air | 37 flights · 821 mi | |
| Dallas-Fort Worth Intl | DFW |
Dallas-Fort Worth | B738 | American Airlines | 34 flights · 1320 mi | |
| Chicago O'Hare Intl | ORD |
Chicago | B738 | United | 20 flights · 1391 mi | |
| San Francisco Int'l | SFO |
San Francisco | CRJ7 | SkyWest | 19 flights · 769 mi | |
| Billings Logan Intl | BIL |
Billings | BE20 | UNKNOWN | 11 flights · 276 mi | |
| Denver Intl | DEN |
Denver | A21N | Frontier | 11 flights · 679 mi | |
| Los Angeles Intl | LAX |
Los Angeles | E75L | SkyWest | 7 flights · 925 mi | |
| Felts Fld | — |
Spokane | BE20 | UNKNOWN | 5 flights · 161 mi | |
| King County International Airport - Boeing Field | BFI |
Seattle | C56X | UNKNOWN | 5 flights · 405 mi | |
| Coeur D'Alene/Pappy Boyington Fld | COE |
Coeur D'Alene | S22T | UNKNOWN | 5 flights · 156 mi | |
| Canyonlands Rgnl | CNY |
Moab | C25B | UNKNOWN | 4 flights · 636 mi | |
| Tacoma Narrows | — |
Tacoma | C25A | UNKNOWN | 4 flights · 416 mi | |
| Gowen Field | BOI |
Boise | C25C | UNKNOWN | 4 flights · 254 mi | |
| Portland Intl | PDX |
Portland | C25B | UNKNOWN | 3 flights · 454 mi | |
| Centennial | APA |
Denver | LJ45 | UNKNOWN | 3 flights · 714 mi | |
| Tucson Intl | TUS |
Tucson | LJ25 | UNKNOWN | 3 flights · 1057 mi | |
| Glacier Park Intl | FCA |
Kalispell | PC12 | UNKNOWN | 3 flights · 103 mi | |
| Waukesha County | — |
Waukesha | E545 | UNKNOWN | 3 flights · 1291 mi | |
| Seattle-Tacoma Intl | SEA |
Seattle | E170 | SKW | 2 flights · 388 mi | |
| Bozeman Yellowstone Intl | BZN |
Bozeman | B190 | AIP | 1 flight · 161 mi |
Top Airlines
Operating at Missoula International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Horizon
QXE
/ QX
|
2 | 433 | 2 | May 9, 2026 |
SkyWest
SKW
/ OO
|
6 | 432 | 6 | May 9, 2026 |
Delta Air Lines
DAL
/ DL
|
2 | 316 | 2 | May 9, 2026 |
United
UAL
/ UA
|
2 | 272 | 2 | May 9, 2026 |
Envoy Air
ENY
/ MQ
|
2 | 216 | 2 | May 9, 2026 |
Alaska Airlines
ASA
/ AS
|
1 | 174 | 1 | May 9, 2026 |
Allegiant Air
AAY
/ G4
|
2 | 77 | 2 | Mar 15, 2026 |
American Airlines
AAL
/ AA
|
1 | 34 | 1 | Oct 4, 2025 |
Frontier
FFT
/ F9
|
1 | 11 | 1 | Dec 1, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
12/30 |
9501 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
08/26 |
4612 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Closed |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SPOKANE APP/DEP | 124.9 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.65 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.4 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| RDO | GREAT FALLS RDO | 122.45 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.4 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are available on demand, and the pickup area is located on the curb just outside the baggage claim doors. Rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft also operate at the airport with designated pickup zones in the same area.
Rental Cars
Several rental car companies have counters located inside the terminal in the baggage claim area. Options include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, and National. The rental car parking lot is directly across from the terminal building.
Public Transportation
Mountain Line, Missoula's public bus system, connects the airport to the Downtown Transfer Center via Route 11. The bus stop is located outside the main terminal doors. Service is available on weekdays and Saturdays, with no service on Sundays or major holidays.