Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and St. Louis?

Quincy (UIN) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

How many flights depart from Chicago to St. Louis on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 372 flights per week flying from Chicago to St. Louis. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to St. Louis?

Flights connecting via Quincy (UIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 3h 35m.

How many flights depart from Chicago to St. Louis on average per day?

The number of flights available between Chicago and St. Louis is 53 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00PM, with 43% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

What airlines fly to St. Louis?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southern / Mokulele are the top three most popular airlines that fly to St. Louis from Chicago according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to St. Louis. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to St. Louis on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Lambert-St Louis?

Southwest, United Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Lambert-St Louis

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to St. Louis?

Flights via Burlington (BRL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $156.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to St. Louis?

Quincy (UIN) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 38m.

Is flying the fastest way to get from Chicago to St. Louis?

The quickest way to travel this route is to take a flight from Chicago to St. Louis, doing so can potentially save up to 4h 35m of travel time. While these options may take longer, booking a train from Chicago to St. Louis or a bus from Chicago to St. Louis may suit your needs if travel time is less of a factor in your decision making.

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 $136, or consider a bus from Chicago to St. Louis starting at $68. Both of these alternative options are worth considering when looking to reach your destination.

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?

As of October 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from 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.

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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 $304. 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 $313 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 $276 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 October 2025, prices for Chicago to St. Louis flights are approximately 0% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$143
Fastest flight time	1h 10m
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The best one-way flight to St. Louis from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $143. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to St. Louis found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $229.

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)

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Is flying the fastest way to get from Chicago to St. Louis?
The quickest way to travel this route is to take a flight from Chicago to St. Louis, doing so can potentially save up to 4h 35m of travel time. While these options may take longer, booking a train from Chicago to St. Louis or a bus from Chicago to St. Louis may suit your needs if travel time is less of a factor in your decision making.
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 $136, or consider a bus from Chicago to St. Louis starting at $68. 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.
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?
As of October 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from 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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago to St. Louis is Boeing 737-800, representing 12.65% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 11.02%, Airbus A319 at 10.89%, and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 at 10.82%.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to St. Louis?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago and St. Louis, the leading airline is Southwest, making up 39% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 25%, American Airlines with 23%, and Southern / Mokulele with 13%.

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Southwest	PriceFrom $77	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,235 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $115	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,033 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southern / Mokulele	PriceFrom $145	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Southern / Mokulele flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $154	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,996 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Southwest Flights From Chicago to St. Louis
Southwest operates around 18 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 4,235 reviews.
United Airlines Flights From Chicago to St. Louis
Across 8,996 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Chicago to St. Louis about 52 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $154 to $303. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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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 October 2025, prices for Chicago to St. Louis flights are approximately 0% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Lambert-St Louis?

Southwest, United Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Lambert-St Louis

What airlines fly to St. Louis?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and St. Louis?

Quincy (UIN) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to St. Louis?

Flights via Burlington (BRL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $156.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to St. Louis?

Flights connecting via Quincy (UIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 3h 35m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to St. Louis?

Quincy (UIN) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 38m.

How many flights depart from Chicago to St. Louis on average per day?

The number of flights available between Chicago and St. Louis is 53 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00PM, with 43% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from Chicago to St. Louis on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 372 flights per week flying from Chicago to St. Louis. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

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