Montana

$72+ Cheap flights from California to Montana

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BZN
May 9 — May 161
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Cheap flight deals from California to Montana

Cheapest flights from California to Montana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Montana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 9, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:34 pm
SAN
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BZN
1 stop13h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1112:09 pm
BZN
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SAN
1 stop28h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/292:12 pm
SAN
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BZN
1 stop18h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/35:46 pm
BZN
-
SAN
1 stop25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/64:15 pm
SAN
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BZN
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Mon 6/81:50 pm
BZN
-
SAN
Nonstop2h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 4/6$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/168:27 pm
ONT
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FCA
1 stop14h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/2510:36 am
FCA
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ONT
1 stop22h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$194
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/45:00 pm
SAN
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BZN
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Mon 6/81:50 pm
BZN
-
SAN
Nonstop2h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 4/4$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/134:39 pm
ONT
-
FCA
1 stop18h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/2510:36 am
FCA
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ONT
1 stop22h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/216:30 am
LAX
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FCA
1 stop26h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/2910:36 am
FCA
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LAX
1 stop25h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/216:30 am
LAX
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FCA
1 stop26h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/110:36 am
FCA
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LAX
1 stop23h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/198:15 pm
LAX
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MSO
1 stop23h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/239:52 pm
MSO
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LAX
1 stop12h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/235:25 pm
LAX
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MSO
1 stop25h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/278:54 pm
MSO
-
LAX
1 stop20h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$203
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/31:37 pm
SAN
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BZN
1 stop8h 42m
Delta
Wed 6/1012:13 pm
BZN
-
SAN
1 stop4h 43m
Delta
Deal found 4/4$206
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/12:35 pm
SAN
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BZN
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Tue 5/59:55 am
BZN
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SAN
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/7$211

Find flight deals from California to Montana

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Montana flight deals. Data was last updated April 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$170
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$72
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$146 or less

Good one-way deal

$57 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Bozeman Gallatin Field flight deals.
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From California to Montana
One-way flight from California to Montana
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($4 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Montana.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Montana.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Montana that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Montana that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoBozeman

SAN - BZN

SANBZN

San Diego

Sat 7/11

6:15 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Fri 7/17

8:25 am-3:16 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$201

San DiegoBozeman

SAN - BZN

SANBZN

San Diego

Fri 6/5

1:37 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Mon 6/8

3:53 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$201

San DiegoBozeman

SAN - BZN

SANBZN

San Diego

Thu 5/14

3:45 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Wed 5/20

4:02 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$211

San DiegoBozeman

SAN - BZN

SANBZN

San Diego

Fri 5/1

2:35 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Wed 5/6

3:20 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$216

San DiegoBozeman

SAN - BZN

SANBZN

San Diego

Wed 4/29

11:08 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Sat 5/2

11:23 am-6:41 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$257

San DiegoBozeman

SAN - BZN

SANBZN

San Diego

Fri 8/7

7:13 pm-12:23 am

1 stop4h 10m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Mon 8/10

5:45 am-8:59 am

1 stop4h 14m

$259

San DiegoBozeman

SAN - BZN

SANBZN

San Diego

Fri 7/3

4:18 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Wed 7/8

5:15 am-8:41 am

1 stop4h 26m

$260

Los AngelesBozeman

LAX - BZN

LAXBZN

Los Angeles

Sat 6/6

7:00 am-3:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Wed 6/10

3:05 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$269

OntarioBozeman

ONT - BZN

ONTBZN

Ontario

Fri 5/1

5:00 am-1:34 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Fri 5/8

4:18 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$271

OntarioBozeman

ONT - BZN

ONTBZN

Ontario

Sat 4/18

6:20 am-2:15 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Mon 4/20

6:15 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 05m

$271

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Best time to book a flight from California to Montana

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Montana

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Montana?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Montana (average of $44). Flying from California to Montana in February is currently the most expensive (average of $164). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to MT?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Montana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 9, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Montana in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Montana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Montana. Price data was last updated on May 25, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Montana flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Montana?

Reviews of airlines servicing Montana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Montana. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Montana. Reviews last updated April 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from California to Montana to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Montana. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this California to Montana flight route?

  • How long is the flight from California to Montana?

    Airlines like Delta, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines fly from California to Montana in about 2h 47m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 38m. Airlines will cover a distance of 956 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Montana one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $55 on Allegiant Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avelo Airlines from $87 and Southwest from $90 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Montana that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Montana flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Montana?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Montana.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Montana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Montana by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Montana?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Montana (average of $44). Flying from California to Montana in February is currently the most expensive (average of $164). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from California to Montana

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to Montana. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$44Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$98Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$110Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$124Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$152Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$164Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$216Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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