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Cheap flights from St. Louis to Chicago from $46

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Easily compare round-trip flights from St. Louis to Chicago

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from St. Louis to Chicago by changing tabs
Southern / Mokulele
Oct 21
STL12:00 pmLambert-St Louis
4h 10m
1 stop
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 23
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 05m
1 stop
STL11:30 amLambert-St Louis
Delta
Aug 15
STL6:30 amLambert-St Louis
6h 11m
1 stop
ORD12:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 18
ORD7:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 16m
1 stop
STL1:26 pmLambert-St Louis
American Airlines
Aug 22
STL7:12 amLambert-St Louis
1h 23m
ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 25
ORD8:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22m
STL10:17 pmLambert-St Louis
Frontier
Aug 15
STL7:48 pmLambert-St Louis
14h 19m
1 stop
ORD10:07 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 19
ORD7:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
23h 06m
1 stop
STL6:48 pmLambert-St Louis
United Airlines
Aug 24
STL6:34 amLambert-St Louis
1h 31m
ORD8:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 31
ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 19m
STL3:49 pmLambert-St Louis
Multiple Airlines
Aug 21
STL12:00 pmLambert-St Louis
4h 10m
1 stop
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 28
ORD7:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl
23h 27m
3 stops
STL7:22 amLambert-St Louis

Find the cheapest one-way flights from St. Louis to Chicago

If you're looking for one-way flights from St. Louis to Chicago, view some of our deals below provided by American Airlines, Frontier and Southern / Mokulele
Southern / Mokulele
Aug 1
STL12:00 pmLambert-St Louis
4h 10m
1 stop
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Aug 21
STL8:12 amLambert-St Louis
15h 05m
2 stops
ORD11:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Frontier
Sep 25
STL5:20 pmLambert-St Louis
5h 44m
1 stop
ORD11:04 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Find the cheapest direct flights from St. Louis to Chicago

American Airlines
Aug 22
STL7:12 amLambert-St Louis
1h 23m
ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 25
ORD8:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22m
STL10:17 pmLambert-St Louis
United Airlines
Oct 3
STL11:09 amLambert-St Louis
1h 21m
ORD12:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 5
ORD8:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 25m
STL10:15 amLambert-St Louis
Alaska Airlines
Aug 15
STL4:22 pmLambert-St Louis
1h 22m
ORD5:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 19
ORD8:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22m
STL10:17 pmLambert-St Louis
American Airlines
Sep 5
STL6:00 amLambert-St Louis
1h 21m
ORD7:21 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 7
ORD4:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 11m
STL6:09 pmLambert-St Louis
American Airlines
Aug 24
STL6:19 pmLambert-St Louis
1h 21m
ORD7:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 31
ORD2:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 20m
STL3:33 pmLambert-St Louis
American Airlines
Oct 9
STL6:00 amLambert-St Louis
1h 19m
ORD7:19 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 9
ORD8:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 28m
STL9:45 pmLambert-St Louis

Search last-minute flights to Chicago from St. Louis

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from St. Louis to Chicago
Southern / Mokulele
Aug 2
STL5:00 pmLambert-St Louis
14h 40m
1 stop
ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 11
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 20m
1 stop
STL4:45 pmLambert-St Louis
Multiple Airlines
Jul 30
STL12:15 pmLambert-St Louis
3h 35m
1 stop
ORD3:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 6
ORD9:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 51m
2 stops
STL2:50 pmLambert-St Louis
Frontier
Aug 8
STL11:00 pmLambert-St Louis
9h 53m
1 stop
MDW8:53 amChicago Midway
Aug 13
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
12h 48m
1 stop
STL6:48 pmLambert-St Louis
Southern / Mokulele
Jul 30
STL12:00 pmLambert-St Louis
4h 10m
1 stop
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 6
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 05m
1 stop
STL11:30 amLambert-St Louis
American Airlines
Aug 4
STL7:03 amLambert-St Louis
5h 14m
1 stop
ORD12:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 27
ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22m
STL7:47 pmLambert-St Louis
Southern / Mokulele
Aug 4
STL12:15 pmLambert-St Louis
19h 25m
1 stop
ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 27
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 25m
1 stop
STL11:45 amLambert-St Louis

Southern / Mokulele flights from St. Louis to Chicago

Our best Southern / Mokulele deals on St. Louis to Chicago flight tickets
Southern / Mokulele
Oct 21
STL12:00 pmLambert-St Louis
4h 10m
1 stop
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 23
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 05m
1 stop
STL11:30 amLambert-St Louis
Southern / Mokulele
Dec 11
STL12:15 pmLambert-St Louis
3h 35m
1 stop
ORD3:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 22
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 25m
1 stop
STL11:45 amLambert-St Louis
Southern / Mokulele
Aug 14
STL12:00 pmLambert-St Louis
4h 10m
1 stop
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 14
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 20m
1 stop
STL4:45 pmLambert-St Louis

American Airlines flights from St. Louis to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on St. Louis to Chicago flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 22
STL7:12 amLambert-St Louis
1h 23m
ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 25
ORD8:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22m
STL10:17 pmLambert-St Louis
American Airlines
Oct 9
STL6:00 amLambert-St Louis
1h 19m
ORD7:19 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 9
ORD8:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 28m
STL9:45 pmLambert-St Louis
American Airlines
Oct 21
STL7:28 amLambert-St Louis
1h 21m
ORD8:49 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 22
ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 15m
STL6:05 pmLambert-St Louis

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from St. Louis to Chicago

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

May. The cheapest time of year to fly to Chicago from St. Louis is May. Most expensive is March

What is the cheapest day to depart St. Louis for Chicago?

Monday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Monday. The most expensive is typically Sunday

When is the cheapest time to fly from St. Louis to Chicago?

In the afternoon. St. Louis to Chicago flights are approximately 45% more expensive at noon than in the afternoon

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

Southern / Mokulele. Southern / Mokulele, Southwest, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from St. Louis to Chicago

What is the cheapest St. Louis to Chicago flight route?

Lambert-St Louis - Chicago O'Hare Intl. Fly from Lambert-St Louis to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best St. Louis - Chicago flight prices

How far in advance should you book St. Louis to Chicago flights?

40 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from St. Louis to Chicago is approximately 40 days to departure

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

As of July 2024, there are 53 flights per week flying from St. Louis to Chicago. The most common time of day flights depart is 1:00PM, with 44% of flights taking off at noon.

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

371 flights are operational weekly from St. Louis to Chicago as of July 2024. The most popular departure day for this route is Monday, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on St. Louis to Chicago 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 St. Louis to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a St. Louis to Chicago flight.

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

As of July 2024, prices for St. Louis to Chicago flights are approximately 40% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Cheap St. Louis to Chicago (STL to CHI) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from St. Louis to Chicago

Best Price Found

$46

Fastest flight time

1h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from St. Louis in the past 72 hours is $46. The best round-trip flight deal from St. Louis to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $115.
The fastest flight from St. Louis to Chicago takes 1h 15m
Direct flights go from St. Louis to Chicago every day.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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

    The quickest way is to book a flight from St. Louis to Chicago, which can be as quick as 1h 15m onboard United Airlines. You can also get a train from St. Louis to Chicago, or a bus from St. Louis to Chicago which can take you longer to arrive at your destination.

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

    Taking a train to your destination is the cheapest option we’ve found in the past few days. The cheapest price we’ve found for this option is $54, making it less expensive than a flight from St. Louis to Chicago and cheaper than a bus from St. Louis to Chicago.

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

    Lambert-St Louis and Chicago are 262.0 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 1h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Lambert-St Louis Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

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

    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 Lambert-St Louis Airport to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago 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 Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


Best airlines flying from St. Louis to Chicago

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from St. Louis to Chicago with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
American AirlinesPriceFrom $117Free CancellationRating
7.3
10,000 reviews
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Southern / MokulelePriceFrom $119Free CancellationRating
7.4
28 reviews
Search Southern / Mokulele flights
United AirlinesPriceFrom $126Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $238Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,630 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From St. Louis to Chicago

    Southwest flight deals from St. Louis to Chicago start from $235 round-trip. Over the 42 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $238 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • United Airlines Flights From St. Louis to Chicago

    United Airlines (7.4/10 from 10,000 reviews) operates around 47 flights from St. Louis to Chicago in any given week. The average United Airlines airfare for this route is around $292, with deals from around $126 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip St. Louis to Chicago flight searches in the last 72 hours.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from St. Louis to Chicago?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Chicago from St. Louis.

Can I find flights from St. Louis to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from St. Louis to Chicago on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from St. Louis to Chicago?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Chicago from St. Louis.

I’m not ready to book a flight from St. Louis to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are not ready to book a flight from St. Louis to Chicago now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Chicago and let you know when they change.


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

Buses

13h 30m
$166 one-way$67 round-trip
Nonstop · from $671 stop · from $74

Distance to downtown

F990.8 mi

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St. Louis to Chicago Buses

Trains

4h 55m
$27 one-way$54 round-trip
Nonstop · from $54

Distance to downtown

ZUN0.7 mi

Flights

1h 18m
$46 one-way$115 round-trip
Nonstop · from $1251 stop · from $70

Distance to downtown

ORD15.9 mi

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