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$49+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — CHI
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to Chicago are usually found in May or August, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$117
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$274

Good round-trip deal

$292 or less

Good one-way deal

$130 or less
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Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/198:15 amSTL - MDW
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Wed 8/208:30 amMDW - STL
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/10$117
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/85:15 pmSTL - ORD
1 stop14h 25mSouthern / Mokulele
Thu 5/158:20 pmORD - STL
1 stop15h 25mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 4/10$128
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/85:00 amSTL - ORD
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1010:30 pmORD - STL
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/9$157
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/812:15 pmSTL - ORD
1 stop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/104:15 pmORD - STL
1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$158
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/19:55 pmSTL - MDW
1 stop16h 53mFrontier
Mon 5/51:19 pmMDW - STL
1 stop10h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/10$166
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/186:45 amSTL - MDW
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Wed 8/209:30 amMDW - STL
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/10$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/86:00 amSTL - ORD
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Tue 5/137:10 amORD - STL
2 stops9h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/9$182
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/186:38 pmSTL - ORD
1 stop10h 30mFrontier
Sat 4/199:25 amORD - STL
1 stop14h 21mFrontier
Deal found 4/10$191
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/235:00 amSTL - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/2610:54 amORD - STL
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/46:40 amSTL - ORD
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Tue 5/61:50 pmORD - STL
2 stops6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/10$233
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1510:10 amSTL - ORD
2 stops13h 19mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/167:35 pmORD - STL
1 stop13h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/10$291

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to Chicago that are best for you.

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St. Louis

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Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisChicago

STL - MDW

STLMDW

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/19

8:15 am-12:50 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/20

8:30 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$117

St. LouisChicago

STL - ORD

STLORD

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/8

5:15 pm-7:40 am

1 stop14h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/15

8:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop15h 25m

$128

St. LouisChicago

STL - ORD

STLORD

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/8

5:00 am-6:19 am

Nonstop1h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

10:30 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$157

St. LouisChicago

STL - ORD

STLORD

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/8

12:15 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

4:15 pm-12:06 am

1 stop7h 51m

$158

St. LouisChicago

STL - MDW

STLMDW

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/1

9:55 pm-2:48 pm

1 stop16h 53m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/5

1:19 pm-12:06 am

1 stop10h 47m

$166

St. LouisChicago

STL - MDW

STLMDW

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 8/18

6:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/20

9:30 am-1:16 pm

1 stop3h 46m

$177

St. LouisChicago

STL - ORD

STLORD

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-11:47 am

1 stop5h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

7:10 am-5:00 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$182

St. LouisChicago

STL - ORD

STLORD

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 5/23

5:00 am-6:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/26

10:54 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$197

St. LouisChicago

STL - ORD

STLORD

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 6/19

2:36 pm-12:20 am

1 stop9h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/22

5:01 am-1:40 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$202

St. LouisChicago

STL - ORD

STLORD

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/4

6:40 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

1:50 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$233

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from St. Louis to Chicago in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on St. Louis-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from St. Louis-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for St. Louis-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for St. Louis to Chicago flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your St. Louis to Chicago trip
Airlines
Lufthansa

Economy Flex offers preferred seating and same-day flight changes, adding value over Light fares.


Lufthansa's Free Neighbor Seat option allows extra space for a fee, enhancing comfort.

Read more about Lufthansaby Blane Bachelor
Southwest

Southwest offers two free checked bags, even oversized, with Wanna Get Away fares.


Southwest's open seating policy allows seat choice based on check-in time, enhancing boarding efficiency.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

Basic Economy allows a personal item only; no carry-on bags unless you're a MileagePlus member.


Prepay checked bags 24 hours before to save on fees, especially for domestic flights.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
STL

Expect security screening at STL to take 5-10 minutes during off-peak times. Check real-time wait times online before heading to the airport.

Read more about STLby Taryn White
ORD

For a quick city connection, take the “L” train from ORD to downtown Chicago, avoiding traffic delays common with taxis or rideshares.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
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Blane Bachelor

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Expert on Lufthansa

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Taryn White

Taryn White

Expert on STL

Taryn White

Taryn White

Taryn White is a freelance travel writer, digital creator, and travel advisor who has visited nearly 100 countries and all 50 states. She’s familiar with many airports and enjoys beach hopping, boutique hotels, spa experiences, and exploring local culture. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, National Geographic, Smithsonian Magazine, AFAR, and more.

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Best time to book a flight from St. Louis to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from St. Louis with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from St. Louis to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from St. Louis to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Chicago. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from St. Louis to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from St. Louis to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from STL to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from St. Louis to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 49% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their St. Louis to Chicago flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from St. Louis to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from St. Louis to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

The most flights from STL to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (79 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (39 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from St. Louis to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,910 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from St. Louis to Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Chicago from St. Louis, you will be flying from Lambert-St Louis, which is the city’s only airport. Lambert-St Louis (STL) is located 12.7 mi from the center of St. Louis. There are 63 flights from Lambert-St Louis to Chicago per day from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from St. Louis to Chicago round-trip from $117. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southern / Mokulele, from $128, and American Airlines, from $157. These flights start at 50% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from St. Louis to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $49. American Airlines flights start at $49 while deals on Southern / Mokulele start at $62 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from St. Louis to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from St. Louis to Chicago on time: Copa Airlines (93%), Cathay Pacific (85%), ANA (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from St. Louis to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from St. Louis to Chicago is $124. On average you can expect to pay $1,188. The most popular route, (Lambert-St Louis - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $97.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on St. Louis to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from St. Louis to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from St. Louis to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from St. Louis to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$115Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$118Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$122Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$168Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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