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You can fly direct with Southwest, United Airlines, and others. Average duration is 2h 51m.
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JFK - STL
Cheapest • 4% average savings
LGA - STL
Most popular
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When to book
22 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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October
Cheapest • 13% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Orlando (MCO)
Cheapest • Avg £170 (return)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to St. Louis (NYC-STL)

 
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Price, demand, and travel trends for New York to St. Louis flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New York to St. Louis with more confidence.

What is the cheapest New York to St. Louis flight route?

There's little price difference between New York to St. Louis routes. They average around £303 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to St. Louis?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to St. Louis and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from New York to St. Louis at £262 return.
  • July (£356) and June (£327) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 35% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from New York to St. Louis the cheapest?

Flights from New York to St. Louis are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for New York to St. Louis flights

Low season

January
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from New York to St. Louis

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to St. Louis based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New York to St. Louis flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to St. Louis flights?

    Among airlines operating New York to St. Louis flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from New York to St. Louis?

    4 airlines operate flights between New York and St. Louis. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Southwest
    • United Airlines
    • Delta
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York to St. Louis?

    Flights from New York to St. Louis may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Lambert-St Louis (STL).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York to St. Louis flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to St. Louis?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from New York to St. Louis.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from New York to St. Louis?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £170 return via Orlando (MCO), compared with £303 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from New York to St. Louis?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£74 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York to St. Louis pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York to St. Louis most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to St. Louis?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the New York to St. Louis route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £284 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £368, a difference of £84. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from New York to St. Louis spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to St. Louis flights, with 39% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 31%, Evening flights for 30%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in St. Louis?

    America's Center Convention Complex is one of the most viewed places in St. Louis on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New York to St. Louis?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to St. Louis:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 08:51
    • Latest: departs at 21:59 and lands at 00:50.

    The flight takes about 2h 51m.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York to St. Louis flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 20% above the route average of £302. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from New York to St. Louis?

    A direct flight from New York to St. Louis takes 2h 51m, covering 879 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York to St. Louis?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from New York to St. Louis?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 26m, compared to 4h 36m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 5h 12m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between New York and St. Louis?

    St. Louis is 1 hour behind New York (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Lambert-St Louis Airport (STL)?

    Lambert-St Louis Airport (STL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Payless

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New York to St. Louis flight?

    Return flights from New York to St. Louis range from £247 to £392, with an average of £302 over the past 12 months. Anything below £247 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York to St. Louis flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York to St. Louis flights:

    • • Delta
    • • American Airlines
    • • Alaska Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking New York to St. Louis flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average £284 – about £84 less than Monday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to St. Louis trip for October. Fares historically average £262 return in that month – typically £93 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Orlando Airport (MCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £170 return on this route – about £133 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lambert-St Louis Airport.
    - Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Airport
    - Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
    - DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Airport

Prefer to fly direct from New York to St. Louis?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from New York to Lambert-St Louis Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York to Lambert-St Louis

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Lambert-St Louis to New York

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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