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3:00 pm - 4:20 pmORD-STL
1h 20mnonstop
6:00 pm - 7:29 pmSTL-ORD
1h 29mnonstop
$97American Airlines
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Tue, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 11
8:20 pm - 11:45 amORD-STL
15h 25m1 stop
12:15 pm - 3:50 pmSTL-ORD
3h 35m1 stop
$100Southern / Mokulele
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Mon, Mar 24 - Thu, Mar 27
2:10 pm - 3:38 pmORD-STL
1h 28mnonstop
11:30 am - 1:04 pmSTL-ORD
1h 34mnonstop
$112United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 14
11:05 am - 12:15 pmMDW-STL
1h 10mnonstop
11:10 am - 12:20 pmSTL-MDW
1h 10mnonstop
$113Southwest
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Wed, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 11
10:35 am - 11:27 pmORD-STL
12h 52m1 stop
12:15 pm - 3:50 pmSTL-ORD
3h 35m1 stop
Thu, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 13
10:35 am - 11:27 pmORD-STL
12h 52m1 stop
12:15 pm - 3:50 pmSTL-ORD
3h 35m1 stop
Thu, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 13
3:37 pm - 11:27 pmMDW-STL
7h 50m1 stop
8:34 pm - 11:48 amSTL-MDW
15h 14m1 stop
$128Frontier
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Fri, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 12
8:15 pm - 9:45 pmORD-STL
1h 30mnonstop
9:44 am - 11:20 amSTL-ORD
1h 36mnonstop
$171United Airlines
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Sun, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 29
7:25 pm - 8:40 pmMDW-STL
1h 15mnonstop
10:20 am - 11:30 amSTL-MDW
1h 10mnonstop
$172Southwest
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Sat, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 14
6:15 am - 11:31 pmMDW-STL
41h 16m2 stops
8:31 pm - 4:16 pmSTL-MDW
19h 45m2 stops
$192Frontier
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Mon, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 10
11:05 am - 12:15 pmMDW-STL
1h 10mnonstop
$49Southwest
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Tue, Jan 21
9:55 am - 11:23 amORD-STL
1h 28mnonstop
$49American Airlines
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Wed, Jan 29
3:14 pm - 11:43 pmORD-STL
8h 29m1 stop
$53Frontier
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Tue, Feb 25
8:20 pm - 11:45 amORD-STL
15h 25m1 stop
$55Southern / Mokulele
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Tue, Apr 8
8:20 pm - 11:45 amORD-STL
15h 25m1 stop
$56Southern / Mokulele
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Fri, Mar 14
8:44 pm - 5:36 pmMDW-STL
20h 52m1 stop
$60Frontier
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Mon, Mar 3
12:40 pm - 2:07 pmORD-STL
1h 27mnonstop
$64American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 16
12:35 pm - 1:45 pmMDW-STL
1h 10mnonstop
$94Southwest
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8:15 pm - 9:45 pmORD-STL
1h 30mnonstop
$123United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 24
6:20 pm - 7:57 pmORD-STL
1h 37mnonstop
$124United Airlines
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12:30 pm - 8:50 amORD-STL
20h 20m1 stop
12:15 pm - 7:40 amSTL-ORD
19h 25m1 stop
$160Southern / Mokulele
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Thu, Dec 26 - Thu, Jan 16
7:05 am - 12:10 pmORD-STL
5h 05m1 stop
5:15 pm - 8:52 pmSTL-ORD
3h 37m1 stop
$229Southern / Mokulele
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Mon, Dec 23 - Sun, Dec 29
6:55 am - 8:15 amMDW-STL
1h 20mnonstop
8:25 pm - 9:35 pmSTL-MDW
1h 10mnonstop
$455Southwest
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Thu, Dec 26 - Thu, Jan 16
9:50 am - 2:00 pmMDW-STL
4h 10m1 stop
6:25 am - 7:40 amSTL-MDW
1h 15mnonstop
$464Southwest
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Thu, Dec 26 - Thu, Jan 16
8:50 pm - 10:28 pmORD-STL
1h 38mnonstop
5:40 am - 7:08 amSTL-ORD
1h 28mnonstop
$484American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 26 - Thu, Jan 16
8:50 pm - 10:28 pmORD-STL
1h 38mnonstop
5:23 am - 12:30 pmSTL-ORD
7h 07m1 stop
$494American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 26 - Thu, Jan 16
5:04 pm - 10:06 pmMDW-STL
5h 02m1 stop
6:00 am - 1:08 pmSTL-MDW
7h 08m2 stops
$508Delta
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Thu, Dec 26 - Thu, Jan 16
12:55 pm - 2:24 pmORD-STL
1h 29mnonstop
11:30 am - 12:59 pmSTL-ORD
1h 29mnonstop
$663United Airlines
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Mon, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 25
5:04 pm - 10:06 pmMDW-STL
5h 02m1 stop
5:17 pm - 10:06 pmSTL-MDW
4h 49m1 stop
$682Delta
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Mon, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 25
8:15 pm - 9:45 pmORD-STL
1h 30mnonstop
8:25 am - 2:05 pmSTL-ORD
5h 40m1 stop
$1,179United Airlines
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Mon, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 25
12:45 pm - 2:14 pmORD-STL
1h 29mnonstop
11:30 am - 1:04 pmSTL-ORD
1h 34mnonstop
$97United Airlines
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Tue, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 11
8:45 pm - 10:09 pmORD-STL
1h 24mnonstop
5:40 am - 7:08 amSTL-ORD
1h 28mnonstop
$98American Airlines
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Tue, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 11
2:10 pm - 3:38 pmORD-STL
1h 28mnonstop
11:30 am - 1:04 pmSTL-ORD
1h 34mnonstop
$112United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 14
11:05 am - 12:15 pmMDW-STL
1h 10mnonstop
11:10 am - 12:20 pmSTL-MDW
1h 10mnonstop
$113Southwest
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Wed, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 11
12:40 pm - 2:07 pmORD-STL
1h 27mnonstop
5:45 am - 7:14 amSTL-ORD
1h 29mnonstop
$127American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 18
12:40 pm - 2:07 pmORD-STL
1h 27mnonstop
5:40 am - 7:08 amSTL-ORD
1h 28mnonstop
$128American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 13
8:15 pm - 9:45 pmORD-STL
1h 30mnonstop
9:44 am - 11:20 amSTL-ORD
1h 36mnonstop
$171United Airlines
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Sun, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 29
7:25 pm - 8:40 pmMDW-STL
1h 15mnonstop
10:20 am - 11:30 amSTL-MDW
1h 10mnonstop
$172Southwest
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Sat, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 14
6:25 pm - 8:02 pmORD-STL
1h 37mnonstop
6:30 am - 8:05 amSTL-ORD
1h 35mnonstop
$186United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 18 - Fri, Jan 24
9:50 am - 11:05 amMDW-STL
1h 15mnonstop
7:50 am - 9:00 amSTL-MDW
1h 10mnonstop
$187Southwest
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Mon, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 10

Southern / Mokulele flights from Chicago to St. Louis

Our best Southern / Mokulele deals on Chicago to St. Louis flight tickets
Southern / Mokulele
Mar 24
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 25m
1 stop
STL11:45 amLambert-St Louis
Mar 27
STL12:15 pmLambert-St Louis
3h 35m
1 stop
ORD3:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Southern / Mokulele
Feb 3
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
15h 25m
1 stop
STL11:45 amLambert-St Louis
Feb 10
STL12:15 pmLambert-St Louis
3h 35m
1 stop
ORD3:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Southern / Mokulele
Jan 9
ORD8:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
11h 30m
1 stop
STL7:55 pmLambert-St Louis
Jan 12
STL12:15 pmLambert-St Louis
19h 25m
1 stop
ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Frontier flights from Chicago to St. Louis

Our best Frontier deals on Chicago to St. Louis flight tickets
Frontier
Jan 10
MDW3:37 pmChicago Midway
7h 50m
1 stop
STL11:27 pmLambert-St Louis
Jan 12
STL8:34 pmLambert-St Louis
15h 14m
1 stop
MDW11:48 amChicago Midway
Frontier
Feb 3
MDW6:15 amChicago Midway
41h 16m
2 stops
STL11:31 pmLambert-St Louis
Feb 10
STL8:31 pmLambert-St Louis
19h 45m
2 stops
MDW4:16 pmChicago Midway
Frontier
Feb 3
ORD3:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 35m
2 stops
STL11:31 pmLambert-St Louis
Feb 10
STL8:31 pmLambert-St Louis
17h 05m
2 stops
ORD1:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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

In general, March 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 $238. The month of May is another great option to travel to St. Louis, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $241.

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 Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $245. 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 $346. 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 in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $246 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to St. Louis, so prices are often more expensive at around $291 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?

The best time to book a flight to St. Louis from Chicago is 51 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $276. In the past 72 hours, momondo users found flights from Chicago to St. Louis for as low as $117.

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You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to St. Louis flight.

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As of December 2024, prices for Chicago to St. Louis flights are approximately 25% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$49

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 $49. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to St. Louis found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $97.
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 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 7h 40m 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 $97, or consider a bus from Chicago to St. Louis starting at $70. 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 181lb, 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 68% less. If you can take the time, the carbon footprint of a bus for this journey would be 37lb, some 80% less than flying.

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

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  • 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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American AirlinesPriceFrom $115Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $126Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,035 reviews
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Southern / MokulelePriceFrom $143Free CancellationRating
6.7
29 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $181Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,814 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to St. Louis

    Southwest operates around 25 flights from Chicago to St. Louis every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $328, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from Chicago to St. Louis from as low as $181 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.1/10 in 4,814 reviews.

  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to St. Louis

    Across 9,035 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Chicago to St. Louis about 39 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $126 to $307. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.


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Buses

5h 35m
$52 one-way$70 round-trip
Nonstop · from $70

Distance to downtown

ZSV0.4 mi
37lb CO2

80% 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

68% less than flights

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Chicago to St. Louis Trains

Flights

1h 10m
$49 one-way$97 round-trip
Nonstop · from $97

Distance to downtown

STL12.7 mi

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