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$65+ Cheap flights from California to St. Louis (STL)

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — STL
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sun 6/21
Sun 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to St. Louis

Cheapest flights from California to St. Louis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to St. Louis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 22, 2026.

This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/268:45 am
LAS
-
STL
Nonstop3h 21m
Frontier
Sun 6/282:56 pm
STL
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 5/18$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1112:40 pm
LAS
-
STL
Nonstop3h 25m
Frontier
Sat 8/152:52 pm
STL
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20$190
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Wed 6/107:30 am
SAN
-
STL
1 stop8h 48m
Frontier
Mon 6/152:56 pm
STL
-
SAN
1 stop19h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21$198
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/272:10 pm
LAS
-
STL
Nonstop3h 26m
Frontier
Sun 8/308:21 pm
STL
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 5/18$207
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/189:43 am
SAN
-
STL
1 stop26h 23m
Frontier
Sat 6/202:56 pm
STL
-
SAN
1 stop19h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/229:15 am
LAS
-
STL
1 stop12h 44m
Frontier
Tue 8/47:03 pm
STL
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/272:10 pm
LAS
-
STL
Nonstop3h 26m
Frontier
Sat 8/298:21 pm
STL
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21$213
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 8/1812:40 pm
LAS
-
STL
Nonstop3h 28m
Frontier
Wed 8/193:33 pm
STL
-
LAS
1 stop10h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 5/17$215
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Sat 7/411:25 am
SMF
-
STL
1 stop5h 28m
Frontier
Fri 7/107:10 pm
STL
-
SMF
1 stop22h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21$219
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/46:25 am
SAN
-
STL
1 stop10h 58m
Frontier
Sun 6/79:06 pm
STL
-
SAN
1 stop13h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/812:59 am
LAS
-
STL
1 stop16h 24m
Frontier
Tue 6/167:03 pm
STL
-
LAS
1 stop7h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 5/18$223
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/38:45 am
LAS
-
STL
Nonstop3h 21m
Frontier
Mon 7/62:52 pm
STL
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 5/17$227

Find flight deals from California to St. Louis

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to St. Louis flight deals. Data was last updated May 22, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$177

One-way from

$65
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$467

Good round-trip deal

$426 or less

Good one-way deal

$229 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to St. Louis that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to St. Louis that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoSt. Louis

SAN - STL

SANSTL

San Diego

Sat 9/5

8:00 am-6:02 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/7

6:30 am-12:55 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$297

San DiegoSt. Louis

SAN - STL

SANSTL

San Diego

Thu 6/11

3:15 pm-12:35 am

1 stop7h 20m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/15

9:55 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$297

San DiegoSt. Louis

SAN - STL

SANSTL

San Diego

Wed 7/22

2:18 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 7/27

6:30 am-2:09 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$297

BurbankSt. Louis

BUR - STL

BURSTL

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 10/8

1:45 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/13

7:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

$297

BurbankSt. Louis

BUR - STL

BURSTL

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 7/8

1:55 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/15

6:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$297

BurbankSt. Louis

BUR - STL

BURSTL

Burbank Bob Hope

Sun 7/26

1:55 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 7/31

1:22 pm-9:48 pm

2 stops10h 26m

$302

SacramentoSt. Louis

SMF - STL

SMFSTL

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/25

4:19 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/29

5:10 am-9:35 am

1 stop6h 25m

$317

SacramentoSt. Louis

SMF - STL

SMFSTL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/16

5:00 pm-12:43 am

1 stop5h 43m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/8

7:55 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$317

OntarioSt. Louis

ONT - STL

ONTSTL

Ontario

Thu 6/25

3:34 pm-2:06 pm

1 stop20h 32m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 6/28

2:56 pm-3:08 pm

1 stop26h 12m

$319

BurbankSt. Louis

BUR - STL

BURSTL

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 7/10

4:54 pm-12:41 am

1 stop5h 47m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 7/13

6:30 am-4:12 pm

2 stops11h 42m

$333

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to St. Louis

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to St. Louis (average of $91). Flying from California to St. Louis in September is currently the most expensive (average of $928). 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 CA to STL?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 May 22, 2026.

When flying from California to St. Louis, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from California to St. Louis

Explore weekly flight availability from California 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 May 22, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to STL are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to St. Louis?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from California to St. Louis, you should look to book at least 62 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 day to fly from California to St. Louis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to St. Louis. Price data was last updated on May 16, 2026.

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to St. Louis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to St. Louis from California?

    Lambert-St Louis (STL), located 12.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to St. Louis.

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

    The California to Lambert-St Louis flight path was viewed by 31 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to St. Louis?

    Airlines like Southwest, Delta, and Frontier fly from California to St. Louis in about 7h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 22m. The distance from California to St. Louis is about 1579 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to St. Louis are Frontier ($68), American Airlines ($89), and Southwest ($111).

  • What are the most popular routes from California to St. Louis?

    The most popular route from California to St. Louis is Los Angeles Los Angeles - Lambert-St Louis. You may also consider San Francisco - Lambert-St Louis or San Diego - Lambert-St Louis.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to St. Louis are Sun Country Air (100%), SkyWest Airlines (85%) and American Airlines (85%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to St. Louis? While on average our users pay $411, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $183. The most popular route (Los Angeles Los Angeles - Lambert-St Louis), is priced around $267.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to St. Louis (average of $91). Flying from California to St. Louis in September is currently the most expensive (average of $928). 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 7 airlines flying from California to St. Louis

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California 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 May 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$139Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$139Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$209Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$232Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$281Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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