St. Louis

$65+ Cheap flights from Detroit to St. Louis (DTT - 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — STL
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Lambert-St Louis are usually found in August or July, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to St. Louis

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

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/1312:38 pmDTW - STL
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Thu 12/1810:42 amSTL - DTW
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/293:39 pmDTW - STL
2 stops27h 57mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/65:11 pmSTL - DTW
1 stop22h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$253
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Mon 12/222:55 pmDTW - STL
1 stop8h 38mFrontier
Thu 12/2510:42 amSTL - DTW
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$267
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Thu 12/1810:01 pmDTW - STL
1 stop13h 01mFrontier
Sun 12/2110:57 amSTL - DTW
1 stop6h 12mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/296:10 amDTW - STL
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Tue 1/62:35 pmSTL - DTW
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$289
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/1312:38 pmDTW - STL
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Sun 12/149:54 amSTL - DTW
1 stop6h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$298
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/1312:38 pmDTW - STL
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Sun 12/2110:57 amSTL - DTW
1 stop6h 12mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$313
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/165:50 amDTW - STL
2 stops17h 43mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/184:27 pmSTL - DTW
1 stop15h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$326

Find flight deals from Detroit to St. Louis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$136
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$65
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$367

Good round-trip deal

$339 or less

Good one-way deal

$251 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-Lambert-St Louis flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit (DTT)-Lambert-St Louis flights.
From Detroit (DTT) to Lambert-St Louis
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Lambert-St Louis
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($74 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 December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to Lambert-St Louis.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Lambert-St Louis.

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

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Detroit

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St. Louis

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DetroitSt. Louis

DTW - STL

DTWSTL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/29

3:16 pm-10:23 am

1 stop20h 07m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/2

5:42 pm-10:54 am

1 stop16h 12m

$146

DetroitSt. Louis

DTW - STL

DTWSTL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/19

5:05 am-9:47 am

1 stop5h 42m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/22

10:42 am-10:20 am

1 stop22h 38m

$207

DetroitSt. Louis

DTW - STL

DTWSTL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/7

5:50 am-6:50 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/14

5:55 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$227

DetroitSt. Louis

DTW - STL

DTWSTL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

6:30 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop3h 30m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/8

5:55 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$237

DetroitSt. Louis

DTW - STL

DTWSTL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/29

5:50 am-6:50 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/31

5:45 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$237

DetroitSt. Louis

DTW - STL

DTWSTL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/23

5:15 am-11:33 pm

1 stop19h 18m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/25

5:42 pm-2:19 pm

1 stop19h 37m

$245

DetroitSt. Louis

DTW - STL

DTWSTL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

9:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/12

6:40 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$251

DetroitSt. Louis

DTW - STL

DTWSTL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

5:25 am-12:45 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/15

5:05 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$252

DetroitSt. Louis

DTW - STL

DTWSTL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

5:25 am-12:45 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/14

2:15 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops6h 40m

$257

DetroitSt. Louis

DTW - STL

DTWSTL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/29

6:00 am-2:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/31

9:57 am-6:58 pm

2 stops8h 01m

$261

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to St. Louis

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to St. Louis in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Detroit-St. Louis flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Detroit-St. Louis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-St. Louis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-St. Louis 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 Detroit-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 Detroit to St. Louis

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to St. Louis. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to St. Louis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 22 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 Detroit to St. Louis?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to St. Louis (average of $39). Flying from Detroit to St. Louis in December is currently the most expensive (average of $253). 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 DTT to STL?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 December 12, 2025.

When flying from Detroit to St. Louis, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to St. Louis. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to St. Louis

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit 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 December 12, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to STL are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

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 December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines from Detroit to St. Louis have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit All airports to Lambert-St Louis if you want to fly from Detroit to St. Louis. At least 4 different airlines have flights from All airports (DTT) to Lambert-St Louis (STL) on a regular basis. There are 12 flights to St. Louis from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTT to STL to be around 1h 40m.

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

    A quick flight from Detroit to St. Louis can take about 2h. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $227. The distance from Detroit to St. Louis is about 439 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to St. Louis is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $28 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $111 and $120 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Detroit to St. Louis for 89% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $36 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $60 and $69, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit to St. Louis on time: Virgin Atlantic (77%), KLM (75%), Korean Air (72%).

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

    While on average a flight from Detroit to St. Louis is generally $343, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $144. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Lambert-St Louis), you can expect to pay $150 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to St. Louis (average of $39). Flying from Detroit to St. Louis in December is currently the most expensive (average of $253). 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 Detroit to St. Louis

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$36Average$101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$111Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$136Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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