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
$192
1 night at 3-star hotel
Missoula in December
Estimated hotel price
$192
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 Bozeman, which is about 163 miles from Missoula. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Bozeman.

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 Bozeman, which is about 163 miles from Missoula. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Bozeman.

Airports near Missoula

MSOMissoula Johnson-Bell Field
BTMButte Silver Bow Co
HLNHelena

Airlines serving Missoula

KLM
Good (1,542 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,126 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,479 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,007 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,421 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,672 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,476 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,877 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,565 reviews)
Icelandair
Good (713 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (693 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,821 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (323 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (654 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (682 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (248 reviews)
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Where to stay in Missoula

Average rates range from around $330 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $575 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 $108 to $416 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Missoula are about 112% 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)
$310+
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Best Western Plus Grant Creek Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$373+
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C'mon Inn Missoula
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$332+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Missoula/Reserve St.
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$162+
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Brooks Street Motor Inn
2 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$174+
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Red Lion Inn & Suites Missoula
2 stars
Okay (4.5, Okay reviews)
$171+
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Hiring a car in Missoula

Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget 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 $1.87 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 $22.38 and $29.84. The most frequently booked car type in Missoula is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget 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 $1.87 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 $22.38 and $29.84. The most frequently booked car type in Missoula is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Missoula

Supplier choice saloon

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$159/day

Supplier choice saloon

Pick-up truck

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$428/day

Pick-up truck
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