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$82+ Cheap flights from St. Louis to Philadelphia (STL - PHL)

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STL — PHL
May 17 — May 241
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Cheapflights Tip: 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 Saturday

Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 May 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$260
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$82
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$422 or less

Good one-way deal

$219 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Lambert-St Louis-Philadelphia flight deals.
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From Lambert-St Louis to Philadelphia
One-way flight from Lambert-St Louis to Philadelphia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Lambert-St Louis to Philadelphia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Lambert-St Louis to Philadelphia.

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Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/215:45 pmSTL - PHL
1 stop12h 55mFrontier
Mon 5/2610:29 pmPHL - STL
1 stop26h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/10$260
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/156:36 pmSTL - PHL
2 stops27h 03mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/192:38 pmPHL - STL
2 stops29h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$266
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/810:10 amSTL - PHL
2 stops34h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/145:32 pmPHL - STL
1 stop24h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/11$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 7/21:24 pmSTL - PHL
Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/310:49 amPHL - STL
Nonstop2h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 9/166:40 pmSTL - PHL
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Tue 9/304:45 pmPHL - STL
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 5/11$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Thu 5/295:00 amSTL - PHL
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/410:35 amPHL - STL
2 stops11h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$438

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/21

5:45 pm-7:40 am

1 stop12h 55m

Philadelphia

Mon 5/26

10:29 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$260

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 6/15

6:36 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops27h 03m

Philadelphia

Thu 6/19

2:38 pm-6:41 pm

2 stops29h 03m

$266

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 6/8

10:10 am-9:34 pm

2 stops34h 24m

Philadelphia

Sat 6/14

5:32 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop24h 32m

$274

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/2

1:24 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

Philadelphia

Thu 7/3

10:49 am-12:13 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$301

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/9

7:20 am-10:30 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/11

7:20 am-8:40 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$354

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/29

5:00 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/4

10:35 am-9:25 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$438

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/23

7:13 pm-11:24 am

1 stop15h 11m

$82

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/28

7:55 pm-5:07 am

1 stop8h 12m

$100

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 7/1

4:58 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$151

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/29

7:55 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$174

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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 Philadelphia in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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-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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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.

The best insider tips for St. Louis to Philadelphia flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your St. Louis to Philadelphia trip
Airports
STL

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

Read more about STLby Taryn White
PHL

For quick access to downtown Philadelphia, use the SEPTA Airport Line. It's efficient and operates from 5:00 a.m. to midnight.

Read more about PHLby Mark Chesnut
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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 Philadelphia

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

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 May 9, 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 May 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from St. Louis to Philadelphia in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 75% 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 May 5, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their St. Louis to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from St. Louis to Philadelphia. 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 May 12, 2025.

The most flights from STL to PHL are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 May 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines and American 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.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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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 8 flights from Lambert-St Louis to Philadelphia, all of which are around 2h 10m 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?

  • 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 $260. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $274, and American Airlines, from $301. These flights start at 22% 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 Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $82. Users have also found prices from $100 and $151 on Frontier 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 Sun Country Air (100%), Aer Lingus (94%) or Iberia (90%) 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 $736, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $150. When looking at the most popular route, (Lambert-St Louis - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $201 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.

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

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

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

    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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$46Average$86FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$130Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$131Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$285Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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