Fly & Drive guide
Fly into SUN, drive to Craters of the Moon
Your route
SUN
Friedman Memorial Airport
Craters of the Moon
About 1 h 5 min · 56 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to SUN
Compare fares into Friedman Memorial Airport.
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02Car at SUN
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Craters of the Moon. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Craters of the Moon
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Craters of the Moon
Compare hotels and lodges on the way in, with free-cancellation filters.
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04Cabins & homes near Craters of the Moon
Whole homes and cabins for families or groups who want a kitchen and space.
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Before you land
Reservations
Cave Permits and Dark Sky Preservation
Entry requires a standard National Monument fee or pass; however, all cave exploration requires a free permit obtained in person at the Visitor Center. Permits are subject to a screening for White-Nose Syndrome to protect bats. Camping at Lava Flow is first-come, first-served, so check official status for site availability before arriving with an RV.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
May – June, September – October
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Craters of the Moon?
Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from SUN to Craters of the Moon?
Roughly 1 h 5 min (about 56 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Craters of the Moon?
Entry requires a standard National Monument fee or pass; however, all cave exploration requires a free permit obtained in person at the Visitor Center. Permits are subject to a screening for White-Nose Syndrome to protect bats. Camping at Lava Flow is first-come, first-served, so check official status for site availability before arriving with an RV.
