Missoula to Dallas-Fort Worth (MSO–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AS6175
AS Alaska
E70
6:15 AM
MDT
10:47 AM
MDT
3h 32m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA4174
AA American
E75
6:15 AM
MDT
10:47 AM
MDT
3h 32m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AS4324
AS Alaska
E75
6:45 AM
MDT
11:10 AM
MDT
3h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA3779
AA American
E75
7:07 PM
MDT
9:45 PM
MDT
3h 38m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AS4093
AS Alaska
E75
7:11 PM
MDT TB
9:56 PM
MDT
3h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AA3796
AA American
E70
7:11 PM
MDT TB
9:56 PM
MDT
3h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Missoula to Dallas-Fort Worth
2 carriers, 21 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 21 Flights/wk 1,319 mi 3h 25m nonstop 11 1-stop hubs

MSO–DFW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,319 miles in approximately 3h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MSO–DFW service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AS Alaska Airlines 14 E70, E75 3h25-3h32 Oneworld
AA American Airlines 7 E75 3h32 Oneworld
Aircraft on this route
E70 Embraer 170 – AS
E75 Embraer E175 – AA, AS
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AA + AS (21 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MSO to DFW direction.
Mon
3
flights
Tue
3
flights
Wed
3
flights
Thu
3
flights
Fri
3
flights
Sat
3
flights
Sun
3
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
21
Outbound / wk
21
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MSO to DFW.
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One-Stop Connections
11
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
805
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MSO → DFW
85%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
85%
Return
DFW → MSO
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DFW delays →

Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Missoula

Nearby airports with service to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
Metric MSO→DFW BZN→DFW GEG→DFW
Distance from MSO 161 mi 169 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 4 2
Weekly flights 21 43 16
Flight time 3h 25m 3h 4m 3h 36m
Airports within 200 miles of MSO with service to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Dallas-Fort Worth is 0 hours the same as Missoula.
MSO: MDT · DFW: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Missoula, it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Distance & Flight Time
1,319 mi / 2,123 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 25m to 3h 32m.
Getting from DFW

DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.

Dallas-Fort Worth Climate

Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.

Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.

MSO–DFW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Missoula to Dallas-Fort Worth route.
Route details
Distance1,319 mi / 2,123 km
Flight time3h 25m to 3h 32m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights21 out / 21 return
1-stop connections11 hubs
Origin: MSO
IATA / ICAOMSO / KMSO
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
Passengers/yr1.0M
Elevation3,206 ft / 977 m
Destination: DFW
IATA / ICAODFW / KDFW
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr87.8M
Elevation607 ft / 185 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MSO to DFW flights.
Nonstop flights from Missoula Montana Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport take approximately 3h 25m to 3h 32m. The route covers 1,319 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines and Alaska Airlines.
There are approximately 21 nonstop flights per week from MSO to DFW. The return direction has about 21 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SJC, GEG, SLC, DEN, SEA, LAS, ORD, MSP, HND, SFO and PDX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from DFW to MSO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BZN and GEG. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MSO to DFW

Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

MSO to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MSO to DFW ranges from 3 hours 25 minutes to 3 hours 32 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,319 miles (2,123 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SJC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bozeman (BZN) and Spokane (GEG).