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$55+ Cheap flights from St. Louis to Philadelphia (STL - PHL)

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Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Tue 3/4
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The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to Philadelphia are usually found in June or July, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$110
(Frontier)

One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$446

Good round-trip deal

$473 or less

Good one-way deal

$261 or less
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/235:41 pmSTL - PHL
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Sat 4/264:28 pmPHL - STL
1 stop8h 36mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$110
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/306:47 pmSTL - PHL
1 stop13h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/14:16 pmPHL - STL
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$139
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sun 3/306:47 pmSTL - PHL
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/317:40 pmPHL - STL
1 stop23h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18$161
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/86:00 amSTL - PHL
Nonstop2h 11mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/1210:49 amPHL - STL
Nonstop2h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/277:10 pmSTL - PHL
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Mon 3/317:24 pmPHL - STL
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Deal found 2/19$357
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 4/98:00 amSTL - PHL
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Mon 4/145:25 amPHL - STL
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 4/23:40 pmSTL - PHL
3 stops17h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/96:41 amPHL - STL
1 stop10h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$454

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St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 4/23

5:41 pm-7:32 am

1 stop12h 51m

Philadelphia

Sat 4/26

4:28 pm-12:04 am

1 stop8h 36m

$110

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 3/30

6:47 pm-8:58 am

1 stop13h 11m

Philadelphia

Tue 4/1

4:16 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$139

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 3/30

6:47 pm-8:58 am

1 stop13h 11m

Philadelphia

Mon 3/31

7:40 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop23h 12m

$161

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-9:11 am

Nonstop2h 11m

Philadelphia

Mon 5/12

10:49 am-12:19 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$337

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 3/27

7:10 pm-12:45 am

1 stop4h 35m

Philadelphia

Tue 4/1

5:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$357

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 4/9

8:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Philadelphia

Mon 4/14

5:25 am-1:55 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$362

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 4/2

3:40 pm-9:50 am

3 stops17h 10m

Philadelphia

Wed 4/9

6:41 am-3:47 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$454

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 3/12

7:03 pm-5:15 am

1 stop9h 12m

$55

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/20

7:37 pm-9:45 am

1 stop13h 08m

$64

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 2/27

9:50 am-8:07 pm

2 stops9h 17m

$118

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on St. Louis-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from St. Louis-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-Philadelphia 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-Philadelphia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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Travel insights for flights from St. Louis to Philadelphia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from St. Louis to Philadelphia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from St. Louis to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 61 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 Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from St. Louis to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from St. Louis to Philadelphia in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 84% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from St. Louis to Philadelphia have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,013 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • What airports do I use to fly from St. Louis to Philadelphia?

    Booking a flight from Lambert-St Louis (STL) to Philadelphia (PHL) is your only option if you wish to fly from St. Louis to Philadelphia. On a typical day, there are 3 flights from Lambert-St Louis to Philadelphia, all of which are around 2h 05m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Lambert-St Louis to Philadelphia.

  • How popular is this St. Louis to Philadelphia flight route?

    Within the past month, 37 users have taken a look at flights from Lambert-St Louis to Philadelphia.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from St. Louis to Philadelphia round-trip from $110. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $162, and Southwest, from $337. These flights start at 65% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $55. Users have also found prices from $64 and $169 on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from St. Louis to Philadelphia consider choosing Republic Airways (92%), Aer Lingus (88%) or American Airlines (76%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from St. Louis to Philadelphia is generally $1,542, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $179. When looking at the most popular route, (Lambert-St Louis - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $129 for that flight.

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from St. Louis to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 5 airlines flying from St. Louis to Philadelphia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis to Philadelphia. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$48Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$130Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$131Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$284Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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