Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Missoula travel guide

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You're Going to Love Missoula

With a population of 66,788, Missoula is a must-see destination in Montana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Missoula deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Missoula

If you’re looking for affordable options, Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern - Missoula (3720 North Reserve Street) and TopHat Lounge (134 W Front St) are great picks.

When to visit Missoula

Missoula in December
Estimated hotel price
$193
1 night at 3-star hotel
Missoula in December
Estimated hotel price
$193
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Missoula in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as -8 °C, with an average temperature of -4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 53 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Missoula, with an average rainfall of 18 mm.

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How to Get to Missoula

Plane

When flying to Missoula, you’ll arrive at Missoula Johnson-Bell Field (MSO), which is located 6 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Missoula is to pick up a car hire from Spokane, which is about 170 miles from Missoula. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Spokane.

Plane

When flying to Missoula, you’ll arrive at Missoula Johnson-Bell Field (MSO), which is located 6 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Missoula is to pick up a car hire from Spokane, which is about 170 miles from Missoula. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Spokane.

Airports near Missoula

MSOMissoula Johnson-Bell Field
BTMButte Silver Bow Co
HLNHelena

Airlines serving Missoula

KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,055 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,420 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,610 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,864 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,549 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,841 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,490 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,569 reviews)
Icelandair
Good (680 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (330 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (690 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,715 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (645 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (692 reviews)
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Where to stay in Missoula

Average rates range from around $361 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $505 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn Missoula near University and Quality Inn & Suites. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Missoula, with prices from $110 to $454 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Missoula are about 97% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Missoula

Most booked hotels in Missoula

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The Wren
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$329+
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C'mon Inn Missoula
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$452+
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Motel 6-Missoula, Mt
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$194+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Missoula/Reserve St.
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$225+
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Red Lion Inn & Suites Missoula
2 stars
Okay (4.5, Okay reviews)
$178+
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Hiring a car in Missoula

Thrifty, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Missoula is the Budget branch at 5225 Us Highway 10 West, which is 5 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $2.06 per litre in Missoula (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.66 and $32.88. The most frequently booked car type in Missoula is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Thrifty, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Missoula is the Budget branch at 5225 Us Highway 10 West, which is 5 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $2.06 per litre in Missoula (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.66 and $32.88. The most frequently booked car type in Missoula is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Missoula

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Avis

Avis

Budget

Budget
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