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Cheapest deal$292
Cheapest monthSeptember
Average flight duration3 hours and 34 minutes
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines

Flight deals from Los Angeles to St Louis

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St Louis.$292 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Sat, 13 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in St Louis.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $292, select.
St Louis.$307 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Sat, 18 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in St Louis.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $307, select.
St Louis.$320 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in St Louis.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $320, select.
St Louis.$336 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in St Louis.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.
St Louis.$352 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Fri, 8 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in St Louis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $352, select.
St Louis.$353 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in St Louis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $353, select.
St Louis.$360 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in St Louis.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $360, select.
St Louis.$374 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec, returning Tue, 30 Dec.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in St Louis.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Tue, 30 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $374, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to St Louis flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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Jan
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Direct flights from Los Angeles to St Louis

Los Angeles to St Louis: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles to St Louis below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than St Louis.

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to St Louis: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to St Louis is $292. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to St Louis.
Southwest Airlines, Qatar Airways and American Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to St Louis.
As of August 2025, there are 89 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to St Louis.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to St Louis is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to St Louis Airport on Wednesday, 10 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 34 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to St Louis but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to St Louis is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to St Louis is Southwest Airlines .

Flying from Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL): What you need to know

  • Begin your journey at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) taking off from either of these.

  • The average length of a direct Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport flight is 3 hours 35 minutes.

  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located in St Louis. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • The busiest route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL), with 15 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from LAX to STL is the 5am Southwest Airlines option. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 7:25pm with Southwest Airlines.

  • Your flight from Los Angeles to STL won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) operate out of this terminal.

  • When jetting out of LAX, you can take a direct flight from Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport with Southwest Airlines.

  • The preferred choice for passengers flying between LAX and STL is Southwest Airlines.

  • Southwest Airlines is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:

  • 81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from LAX.

  • The address for LAX is One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Los Angeles to STL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:

About Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)

Getting from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to central St Louis

  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to central St Louis is roughly 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)

  • At the moment, $146 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $292. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from Los Angeles to STL, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap flight ticket from Los Angeles to STL is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as prices go down.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit St Louis based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book a Los Angeles to STL flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in St Louis to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about St Louis

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done St Louis, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey about 257 kilometres east to Evansville to check off its leading sights. From Mesker Park Zoo to Riverfront Park and Evansville Zoological Society, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Columbia is another essential stop in the United States and is around 177 kilometres west of St Louis. No trip is complete without visiting Sentinel Park, Museum of Art and Archaeology and Bur Oak Brewing Company.

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