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Southwest Logo
11:25 am - 12:35 pmMDW-STL
1h 10mnonstop
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2:30 pm - 3:40 pmSTL-MDW
1h 10mnonstop
$134Southwest
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Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 5
American Airlines Logo
7:07 am - 8:35 amORD-STL
1h 28mnonstop
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4:53 pm - 6:37 pmSTL-ORD
1h 44mnonstop
$134American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 5
American Airlines Logo
7:07 am - 8:35 amORD-STL
1h 28mnonstop
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9:08 am - 10:35 amSTL-ORD
1h 27mnonstop
$135American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 5
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 7:55 pmORD-STL
5h 15m1 stop
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5:45 am - 11:10 amSTL-ORD
5h 25m1 stop
$137Southwest
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Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 7
United Airlines Logo
9:23 pm - 10:45 pmORD-STL
1h 22mnonstop
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10:00 am - 11:29 amSTL-ORD
1h 29mnonstop
$144United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 9
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 10:16 pmMDW-STL
4h 17m1 stop
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5:13 pm - 10:22 pmSTL-MDW
5h 09m1 stop
$157Delta
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Wed, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 31
Delta Logo
6:35 am - 11:12 amORD-STL
4h 37m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:19 am - 5:21 pmSTL-ORD
7h 02m1 stop
$157Delta
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Wed, Dec 31 - Tue, Jan 13
Frontier Logo
9:33 pm - 7:47 pmORD-STL
22h 14m1 stop
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4:27 pm - 3:34 pmSTL-ORD
23h 07m1 stop
$167Frontier
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Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 5
Frontier Logo
9:33 pm - 7:47 pmORD-STL
22h 14m1 stop
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4:27 pm - 3:34 pmSTL-ORD
23h 07m1 stop
$173Frontier
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Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 5
United Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 10:43 pmORD-STL
1h 33mnonstop
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3:11 pm - 4:55 pmSTL-ORD
1h 44mnonstop
$204United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 30 - Tue, Jan 13

Southwest flights from Chicago to St. Louis

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago to St. Louis flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 1
MDW11:25 amChicago Midway
1h 10m
STL12:35 pmLambert-St Louis
Jan 5
STL2:30 pmLambert-St Louis
1h 10m
MDW3:40 pmChicago Midway
Southwest
Mar 31
ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 15m
1 stop
STL7:55 pmLambert-St Louis
Apr 7
STL5:45 amLambert-St Louis
5h 25m
1 stop
ORD11:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Southwest
Jan 1
MDW5:00 amChicago Midway
5h 10m
1 stop
STL10:10 amLambert-St Louis
Jan 5
STL2:30 pmLambert-St Louis
1h 10m
MDW3:40 pmChicago Midway

Delta flights from Chicago to St. Louis

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to St. Louis flight tickets
Delta
Dec 24
MDW5:59 pmChicago Midway
4h 17m
1 stop
STL10:16 pmLambert-St Louis
Dec 31
STL5:13 pmLambert-St Louis
5h 09m
1 stop
MDW10:22 pmChicago Midway
Delta
Dec 31
ORD6:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 37m
1 stop
STL11:12 amLambert-St Louis
Jan 13
STL6:10 amLambert-St Louis
6h 57m
2 stops
ORD1:07 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Delta
Jan 1
MDW5:59 pmChicago Midway
4h 17m
1 stop
STL10:16 pmLambert-St Louis
Jan 5
STL6:35 amLambert-St Louis
6h 13m
1 stop
MDW12:48 pmChicago Midway

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ChicagoSt. Louis

MDW - STL

MDWSTL

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/1

11:25 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/5

2:30 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$134

ChicagoSt. Louis

ORD - STL

ORDSTL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

7:07 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/5

4:53 pm-6:37 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$134

ChicagoSt. Louis

ORD - STL

ORDSTL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

7:07 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/5

9:08 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$135

ChicagoSt. Louis

ORD - STL

ORDSTL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/31

2:40 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/7

5:45 am-11:10 am

1 stop5h 25m

$137

ChicagoSt. Louis

ORD - STL

ORDSTL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

9:23 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/9

10:00 am-11:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$144

ChicagoSt. Louis

MDW - STL

MDWSTL

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/24

5:59 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/31

5:13 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$157

ChicagoSt. Louis

ORD - STL

ORDSTL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

6:35 am-11:12 am

1 stop4h 37m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/13

10:19 am-5:21 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$157

ChicagoSt. Louis

ORD - STL

ORDSTL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

9:33 pm-7:47 pm

1 stop22h 14m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/5

4:27 pm-3:34 pm

1 stop23h 07m

$167

ChicagoSt. Louis

ORD - STL

ORDSTL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

9:33 pm-7:47 pm

1 stop22h 14m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/5

4:27 pm-3:34 pm

1 stop23h 07m

$173

ChicagoSt. Louis

ORD - STL

ORDSTL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/30

9:10 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/13

3:11 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$204

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and St. Louis?

What is the cheapest month to fly to St. Louis?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to St. Louis. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $257. The month of April is another great option to travel to St. Louis, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $269.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to St. Louis?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to St. Louis is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $308. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $510. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to St. Louis.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to St. Louis?

Flying to St. Louis from Chicago at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $314 when looking at flights departing at noon. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to St. Louis, so prices are often more expensive at around $432 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Lambert-St Louis flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to St. Louis?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to St. Louis from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to St. Louis for around $295 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to St. Louis from Chicago for as low as $142 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Lambert-St Louis flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Lambert-St Louis flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to St. Louis flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago to St. Louis.

How have Chicago to St. Louis flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Chicago to St. Louis flights are approximately 41% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to St. Louis

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to St. Louis according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$128

Fastest flight time

1h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in St. Louis

1 airport
The best one-way flight to St. Louis from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $128. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to St. Louis found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $227.
The fastest flight from Chicago to St. Louis takes 1h 10m
Direct flights go from Chicago to St. Louis every day.
There is 1 airport near St. Louis: Lambert-St Louis (STL)
  • Is flying the cheapest way to get from Chicago to St. Louis?

    A train from Chicago to St. Louis is currently going to be the least expensive option currently available. You can also find deals for a flight from Chicago to St. Louis starting at $134, or consider a bus from Chicago to St. Louis starting at $77. Both of these alternative options are worth considering when looking to reach your destination.

  • How far is Chicago to Lambert-St Louis by plane?

    There are 262.0 mi between Chicago and Lambert-St Louis. Typically, this will take 1h 10m by plane in normal conditions.

  • What is the carbon footprint of flying from Chicago to Lambert-St Louis?

    The carbon footprint of a Chicago to Lambert-St Louis flight is around 162lb, which may vary slightly based on airline and stops. There is a CO2 sorter on our flight search results to help you select the lowest possible footprint. The carbon footprint of a train for this route is 64% less. If you can take the time, the carbon footprint of a bus for this journey would be 37lb, some 78% less than flying.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Lambert-St Louis Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Lambert-St Louis Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Lambert-St Louis Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Lambert-St Louis Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Lambert-St Louis Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lambert-St Louis Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Lambert-St Louis Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Lambert-St Louis Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to St. Louis?

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to St. Louis?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to St. Louis

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SouthwestPriceFrom $77Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,236 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $115Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,045 reviews
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Southern / MokulelePriceFrom $145Free CancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $152Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,012 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to St. Louis

    Southwest operates around 19 flights from Chicago to St. Louis every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $298, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from Chicago to St. Louis from as low as $77 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.0/10 in 4,236 reviews.

  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to St. Louis

    Across 9,012 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Chicago to St. Louis about 53 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $152 to $306. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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Choose the best way to get from Chicago to St. Louis

Buses

5h 45m
$37 one-way$77 round-trip
Nonstop · from $77

Distance to downtown

ZSV0.4 mi
37lb CO2

77% less than flights

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Chicago to St. Louis Buses

Trains

4h 46m
$27 one-way$54 round-trip
Nonstop · from $54

Distance to downtown

ZSV0.4 mi
59lb CO2

64% less than flights

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Chicago to St. Louis Trains

Flights

1h 15m
$49 one-way$134 round-trip
Nonstop · from $1341 stop · from $64

Distance to downtown

STL12.7 mi

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