For quicker security, use the Tom Bradley International Terminal, often with shorter lines in the morning and midday.
$139+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to St. Louis (LAX - STL)
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LAX — STL
Jul 26 — Aug 21
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from | $287 (Orbitz) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $139 (Orbitz) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $434 |
Good round-trip deal | $308 or less |
Good one-way deal | $172 or less |
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Fri 9/125:31 pmLAX - STL
Nonstop3h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1412:05 pmSTL - LAX
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$287
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Wed 8/2012:14 pmLAX - STL
3 stops23h 18mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/242:30 pmSTL - LAX
2 stops11h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$288
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Sat 8/237:50 amLAX - STL
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Sat 8/301:40 pmSTL - LAX
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
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$295
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Sat 8/165:37 pmLAX - STL
Nonstop3h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/236:45 amSTL - LAX
Nonstop3h 49mAmerican Airlines
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$296
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Mon 8/1112:35 amLAX - STL
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Mon 8/187:11 pmSTL - LAX
1 stop6h 44mDelta
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$298
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Tue 8/56:15 amLAX - STL
1 stop24h 56mFrontier
Tue 8/197:54 pmSTL - LAX
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
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$301
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Fri 9/2610:28 pmLAX - STL
2 stops17h 06mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/296:00 amSTL - LAX
1 stop10h 57mAlaska Airlines
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$336
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Los Angeles
Fri 9/12
5:31 pm-10:59 pm
Nonstop3h 28m
Lambert-St Louis
Sun 9/14
12:05 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop13h 10m
$287
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LAX - STL
LAXSTL
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Wed 8/20
12:14 pm-1:32 pm
3 stops23h 18m
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Sun 8/24
2:30 pm-11:58 pm
2 stops11h 28m
$288
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LAX - STL
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Sat 8/23
7:50 am-1:25 pm
Nonstop3h 35m
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Sat 8/30
1:40 pm-3:35 pm
Nonstop3h 55m
$295
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LAX - STL
LAXSTL
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Sat 8/16
5:37 pm-11:09 pm
Nonstop3h 32m
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6:45 am-8:34 am
Nonstop3h 49m
$296
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LAX - STL
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Mon 8/11
12:35 am-10:36 am
1 stop8h 01m
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7:11 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop6h 44m
$298
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LAX - STL
LAXSTL
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Tue 8/5
6:15 am-9:11 am
1 stop24h 56m
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Wed 8/6
7:29 pm-9:57 am
1 stop16h 28m
$301
Los AngelesSt. Louis
LAX - STL
LAXSTL
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Fri 9/26
10:28 pm-5:34 pm
2 stops17h 06m
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Mon 9/29
6:00 am-2:57 pm
1 stop10h 57m
$336
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LAX - STL
LAXSTL
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Wed 10/8
2:00 pm-12:03 am
1 stop8h 03m
$139
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LAX - STL
LAXSTL
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Fri 8/22
12:35 am-8:36 am
1 stop6h 01m
$140
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LAX - STL
LAXSTL
Los Angeles
Sun 8/3
10:10 pm-9:52 am
1 stop9h 42m
$141
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Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to St. Louis. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to St. Louis, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to St. Louis?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to St. Louis (average of $311). Flying from Los Angeles to St. Louis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $356). 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 LAX to STL?
Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to St. Louis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 21, 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to St. Louis is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 3% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to St. Louis?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to St. Louis. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to St. Louis flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to St. Louis
Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to St. Louis. 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 July 21, 2025.
The most flights from LAX to STL are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
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Reviews of airlines servicing St. Louis
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to St. Louis. 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 St. Louis. Reviews last updated July 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to St. Louis, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.5
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Crew
8.5
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Crew
8.5
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Crew
8.5
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Crew
8.5
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Crew
8.5
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$22 | Average$295 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$125 | Average$226 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$240 | Average$424 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$296 | Average$375 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$299 | Average$420 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$315 | Average$645 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$319 | Average$476 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |