Cheap flights to Billings

Billings is situated along the Yellowstone River and is the largest city in Montana. The city was named after Frederick Billings, then President of the Northern Pacific Railroad. Today, Billings serves primarily as trade and manufacturing center and a hub for travellers booking flights to Billings as they head to Yellowstone National Park.

Outdoor enthusiasts find cheap flights to Billings to experience the area’s recreational opportunities, including hunting and fishing. Other top attractions include the Yellowstone Art Museum, the Billings Depot, and Skypoint.

Bring an extra suitcase on your Billings flight…Montana has no sales tax so shopping is at a premium for tourists.

Billings climate

Billings has a semi-arid climate, with low humidity all year round. Summers are sunny, warm and pleasant, and autumn is a particularly lovely season with spells of “Indian summer”. The first frost usually comes at the end of September. Winter brings fairly heavy snowfalls, but snow does not accumulate. Warm “Chinook” winds during February and March bring unseasonably warm conditions.

Getting around Billings

Downtown Billings can be confusing to visitors. The city is laid out on a grid, but the numbered avenues increase in both the north and south directions, and the east-west streets are also numbered. At least the downtown area is small enough to explore on foot. Most people choose to rent a car, but there is a city bus service. The Billings Met Transit buses stop at most corners and the system is very easy to use. Just look for its blue and green signs and make sure you have exact change to pay the driver. You won’t be able to find a bus on Sundays or major public holidays, since no buses run then. Buses run weekdays from 6:10am to 6:45pm and from 8:10am to 5:45pm on Saturdays. 

What is good to know if travelling to Billings?

• Stop off in Billings on your way to Yellowstone National Park and enjoy some of the Montana scenery and tax-free shopping.
• There’s a taste of the Old West in Billings. Take a tour of one of the city’s museums and landmarks associated with legends of the Old West.
• A stop at the Western Heritage Center will delight children looking for a little one-on-one time with animals.