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

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Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Philadelphia to Lambert-St Louis are usually found in July or August, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to St. Louis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to St. Louis (STL). 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 February 20, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$282
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$431

Good round-trip deal

$399 or less

Good one-way deal

$200 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.
Tue 2/257:45 amPHL - STL
1 stop10h 51mFrontier
Wed 2/266:43 pmSTL - PHL
1 stop10h 31mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$280
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2010:03 amPHL - STL
1 stop8h 49mSpirit Airlines
Sun 3/236:47 pmSTL - PHL
2 stops28h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$282
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/258:13 amPHL - STL
1 stop7h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/25:20 pmSTL - PHL
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$283
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1911:04 amPHL - STL
Nonstop2h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/246:00 amSTL - PHL
Nonstop2h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$337
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.
Thu 3/208:25 pmPHL - STL
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Sun 3/234:45 pmSTL - PHL
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$399
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 7/316:55 amPHL - STL
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Sun 8/36:00 amSTL - PHL
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Deal found 2/19$437
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/266:00 amPHL - STL
1 stop7h 12mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/295:33 pmSTL - PHL
2 stops15h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$478

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PHL - STL

PHLSTL

Philadelphia

Thu 3/20

10:03 am-5:52 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 3/23

6:47 pm-12:11 am

2 stops28h 24m

$282

PhiladelphiaSt. Louis

PHL - STL

PHLSTL

Philadelphia

Sun 3/2

2:37 pm-6:41 pm

2 stops29h 04m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 3/6

9:50 am-12:11 am

2 stops13h 21m

$283

PhiladelphiaSt. Louis

PHL - STL

PHLSTL

Philadelphia

Fri 3/7

1:23 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop11h 26m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/14

11:00 am-7:57 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$286

PhiladelphiaSt. Louis

PHL - STL

PHLSTL

Philadelphia

Wed 3/19

11:04 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 3/24

6:00 am-9:07 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$337

PhiladelphiaSt. Louis

PHL - STL

PHLSTL

Philadelphia

Thu 3/20

8:25 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 3/23

4:45 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$399

PhiladelphiaSt. Louis

PHL - STL

PHLSTL

Philadelphia

Thu 7/31

6:55 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 8/3

6:00 am-1:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$437

PhiladelphiaSt. Louis

PHL - STL

PHLSTL

Philadelphia

Wed 3/26

6:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 3/29

5:33 pm-9:50 am

2 stops15h 17m

$478

PhiladelphiaSt. Louis

PHL - STL

PHLSTL

Philadelphia

Tue 4/22

4:28 pm-12:04 am

1 stop8h 36m

$55

PhiladelphiaSt. Louis

PHL - STL

PHLSTL

Philadelphia

Tue 5/13

6:10 am-6:32 pm

1 stop13h 22m

$64

PhiladelphiaSt. Louis

PHL - STL

PHLSTL

Philadelphia

Tue 4/1

6:55 am-6:41 pm

2 stops12h 46m

$112

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Philadelphia to St. Louis in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Philadelphia-St. Louis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-St. Louis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-St. Louis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-St. Louis 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 Philadelphia-St. Louis 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 Philadelphia to St. Louis

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to St. Louis

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

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

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

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Philadelphia to St. Louis. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to St. Louis (average of $311). Flying from Philadelphia 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 PHL to STL?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Philadelphia to St. Louis at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to St. Louis 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.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to St. Louis

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from PHL to STL are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in St. Louis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in St. Louis ranges from 2.2 - 4.7 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit St. Louis when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in St. Louis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to St. Louis, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

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 February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Philadelphia to St. Louis, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,413 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,227 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,768 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Lambert-St Louis is the airport most travelers will use when flying to St. Louis from Philadelphia. Booking flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Lambert-St Louis (STL) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to St. Louis from 5 different airlines. 2h 25m is how long a flight from Philadelphia to Lambert-St Louis will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    This flight path from Philadelphia to Lambert-St Louis was viewed by 18 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to St. Louis round-trip from $282. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $286, and American Airlines, from $337. These flights start at 15% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $55. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Philadelphia to St. Louis for a low price.

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

    Consider Republic Airways (82%), American Airlines (69%) or Southwest (69%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to St. Louis.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to St. Louis? While on average our users pay $354, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $109. The most popular route (Philadelphia - Lambert-St Louis), is priced around $134.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to St. Louis (average of $311). Flying from Philadelphia 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Philadelphia to St. Louis

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia to St. Louis. 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$54Average$97FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$138Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$196Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$254Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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