St. Louis

$89+ Cheap flights from Columbus to St. Louis (STL)

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CMH — STL
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Lambert-St Louis are usually found in May or April, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to St. Louis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$186
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$349
From Columbus to Lambert-St Louis
One-way flight from Columbus to Lambert-St Louis
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Columbus to St. Louis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to St. Louis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 9/148:50 pmCMH - STL
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Wed 9/178:20 amSTL - CMH
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$186
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Mon 9/15:30 amCMH - STL
1 stop3h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/32:11 pmSTL - CMH
1 stop4h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 9/146:00 amCMH - STL
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Mon 9/156:00 pmSTL - CMH
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 7/31$196
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 9/198:34 pmCMH - STL
1 stop13h 32mFrontier
Sat 9/207:55 pmSTL - CMH
1 stop22h 44mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$215
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Wed 9/2410:34 amCMH - STL
1 stop6h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/285:00 amSTL - CMH
1 stop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$296
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Thu 8/146:34 pmCMH - STL
2 stops19h 58mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/182:30 pmSTL - CMH
3 stops19h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$335
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Mon 9/158:03 pmCMH - STL
3 stops23h 33mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1810:35 amSTL - CMH
2 stops23h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$365

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

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Columbus

Fly to

St. Louis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Sun 9/14

8:50 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 9/17

8:20 am-10:45 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$186

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Mon 9/1

5:30 am-8:20 am

1 stop3h 50m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 9/3

2:11 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$187

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Sun 9/14

6:00 am-9:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/15

6:00 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$196

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Fri 9/19

8:34 pm-9:06 am

1 stop13h 32m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/20

7:55 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop22h 44m

$215

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Wed 9/24

10:34 am-3:44 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/28

5:00 am-9:58 am

1 stop3h 58m

$296

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Thu 8/14

6:34 pm-1:32 pm

2 stops19h 58m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 8/18

2:30 pm-11:29 am

3 stops19h 59m

$335

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Mon 9/15

8:03 pm-6:36 pm

3 stops23h 33m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/18

10:35 am-11:26 am

2 stops23h 51m

$365

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Wed 10/29

8:55 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$89

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Tue 10/28

1:01 pm-4:03 pm

1 stop4h 02m

$93

ColumbusSt. Louis

CMH - STL

CMHSTL

Columbus

Sat 8/30

11:49 am-4:06 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$94

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to St. Louis. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus to St. Louis is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 31, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from Columbus to St. Louis by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to St. Louis. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

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

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 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus to St. Louis to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Columbus to St. Louis, you will be flying into Lambert-St Louis. Lambert-St Louis (STL) is just 12.7 mi from the center of the city. Lambert-St Louis is the only St. Louis airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. 4 airlines have flights to Lambert-St Louis from Columbus on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, Southwest ($186), American Airlines ($187), and Delta ($196) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to St. Louis. You may be able to fly from Columbus to St. Louis for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $89. American Airlines flights start at $93 while deals on Delta start at $94 one-way.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to St. Louis? While on average our users pay $291, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $104. The most popular route (Columbus - Lambert-St Louis), is priced around $186.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to St. Louis (average of $311). Flying from Columbus 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to St. Louis

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$176Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$193Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$237Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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