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$53+ Cheap flights from St. Louis to Philadelphia (STL - PHL)

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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to Philadelphia are usually found in August or July, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$147
(Expedia)

One-way from

$53
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$226

Good round-trip deal

$503 or less

Good one-way deal

$244 or less
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 July 3, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/142:30 pmSTL - PHL
1 stop5h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/177:00 amPHL - STL
1 stop7h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$147
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/410:47 amSTL - PHL
1 stop10h 39mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/66:54 pmPHL - STL
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$161
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/145:40 pmSTL - PHL
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Wed 7/165:30 pmPHL - STL
1 stop7h 17mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$168
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 8/48:25 pmSTL - PHL
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Thu 8/77:50 amPHL - STL
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$197
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Thu 8/144:54 pmSTL - PHL
Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/167:05 pmPHL - STL
Nonstop2h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$211

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STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/14

2:30 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Philadelphia

Sun 8/17

7:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$147

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 8/4

10:47 am-10:26 pm

1 stop10h 39m

Philadelphia

Wed 8/6

6:54 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$161

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 7/14

5:40 pm-1:09 am

1 stop6h 29m

Philadelphia

Wed 7/16

5:30 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$168

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 8/4

8:25 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Philadelphia

Thu 8/7

7:50 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$197

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/14

4:54 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Philadelphia

Sat 8/16

7:05 pm-8:47 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$211

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/21

10:17 am-7:22 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$53

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 8/8

10:47 am-10:26 pm

1 stop10h 39m

$55

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/12

8:40 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$108

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 8/23

6:00 am-9:18 am

Nonstop2h 18m

$113

St. LouisPhiladelphia

STL - PHL

STLPHL

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/20

3:20 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$123

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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
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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.

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PHL

For a quick trip to Center City, take the SEPTA Airport Line. It's efficient and operates between 5:00 a.m. and midnight.

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

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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 June 27, 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 65 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from St. Louis to Philadelphia in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 67% 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 June 29, 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. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from St. Louis to Philadelphia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,094 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,284 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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 5 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, 18 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 $147. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $168, and Southwest, from $197. These flights start at 58% 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 $53. Users have also found prices from $55 and $98 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 Qatar Airways (84%), Southwest (84%) or British Airways (77%) 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 $1,862, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $160. When looking at the most popular route, (Lambert-St Louis - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $117 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

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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$51Average$137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$130Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$149Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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