St. Louis

$46+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to St. Louis (RDU - 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.
RDU — STL
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Lambert-St Louis are usually found in January or October, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to St. Louis

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

This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:48 amRDU - STL
1 stop11h 45mFrontier
Sun 1/44:27 pmSTL - RDU
1 stop23h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:00 amRDU - STL
1 stop4h 40mFrontier
Fri 12/199:07 amSTL - RDU
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$212
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/159:18 amRDU - STL
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Wed 12/173:30 pmSTL - RDU
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$264
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/199:37 pmRDU - STL
1 stop25h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/268:22 pmSTL - RDU
1 stop26h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$265
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/146:00 amRDU - STL
1 stop4h 47mFrontier
Fri 12/199:07 amSTL - RDU
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$272
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/138:14 pmRDU - STL
1 stop13h 45mFrontier
Mon 12/159:54 amSTL - RDU
1 stop5h 50mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$277
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/199:47 pmRDU - STL
2 stops25h 46mFrontier
Mon 1/265:42 pmSTL - RDU
1 stop19h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/165:16 pmRDU - STL
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/69:33 amSTL - RDU
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$307
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:00 amRDU - STL
2 stops41h 33mFrontier
Sun 1/410:57 amSTL - RDU
1 stop12h 16mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$311
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.
Wed 12/315:50 pmRDU - STL
1 stop18h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/411:51 amSTL - RDU
2 stops28h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$328
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:22 pmRDU - STL
1 stop26h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/410:57 amSTL - RDU
1 stop12h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$338

Find flight deals from Raleigh to St. Louis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$110
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$46
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$374

Good round-trip deal

$329 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Lambert-St Louis flight deals.
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From Raleigh-Durham to Lambert-St Louis
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Lambert-St Louis
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($4 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Raleigh-Durham to Lambert-St Louis.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Lambert-St Louis.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to St. Louis that are best for you.

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RaleighSt. Louis

RDU - STL

RDUSTL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/28

2:15 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 1/30

5:42 pm-9:47 am

1 stop15h 05m

$128

RaleighSt. Louis

RDU - STL

RDUSTL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/8

3:43 pm-12:12 am

1 stop7h 29m

$163

RaleighSt. Louis

RDU - STL

RDUSTL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/15

10:11 pm-7:54 am

1 stop10h 43m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/17

3:43 pm-9:33 am

2 stops16h 50m

$170

RaleighSt. Louis

RDU - STL

RDUSTL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/5

8:14 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop27h 19m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/7

7:43 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop21h 58m

$174

RaleighSt. Louis

RDU - STL

RDUSTL

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/22

9:36 pm-10:23 am

1 stop13h 47m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/25

5:42 pm-2:13 pm

2 stops19h 31m

$184

RaleighSt. Louis

RDU - STL

RDUSTL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/5

9:37 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop25h 56m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 1/9

3:43 pm-12:12 am

1 stop7h 29m

$218

RaleighSt. Louis

RDU - STL

RDUSTL

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/18

2:53 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 2/21

2:51 pm-2:47 pm

2 stops22h 56m

$275

RaleighSt. Louis

RDU - STL

RDUSTL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/13

10:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/17

6:30 am-2:03 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$282

RaleighSt. Louis

RDU - STL

RDUSTL

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/12

6:41 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/15

8:30 am-2:06 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$301

RaleighSt. Louis

RDU - STL

RDUSTL

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/13

6:10 am-6:51 am

1 stop25h 41m

$46

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh 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
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Raleigh-St. Louis flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-St. Louis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-St. Louis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-St. Louis flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to St. Louis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to St. Louis from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh to St. Louis. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to St. Louis (average of $136). Flying from Raleigh to St. Louis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 RDU to STL?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Raleigh to St. Louis by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to St. Louis flight should consider departing on Monday 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.

The best insider tips for Raleigh to St. Louis flights

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

RDU's compact layout makes it easy to navigate, with two terminals connected by a central parking garage tunnel.

STL

Use the MetroLink light rail for a convenient and economical way to reach downtown St. Louis from STL.

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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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Raleigh to St. Louis by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh 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 airports do I use to fly from Raleigh to St. Louis?

    Booking a flight from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Lambert-St Louis (STL) is your only option if you wish to fly from Raleigh to St. Louis. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Raleigh-Durham to Lambert-St Louis, all of which are around 2h 10m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from Raleigh-Durham to St. Louis.

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

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

    A quick flight from Raleigh to St. Louis can take about 10h 18m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $128. The distance between Raleigh and St. Louis is about 666 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($130), Delta ($226), and American Airlines ($248) offers the cheapest pricing from Raleigh to St. Louis. Frontier is priced at 66% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Raleigh to St. Louis are Frontier ($55), Delta ($122), and American Airlines ($128).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Raleigh to St. Louis? While on average our users pay $341, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Lambert-St Louis), is priced around $139.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to St. Louis (average of $136). Flying from Raleigh to St. Louis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 Raleigh to St. Louis

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$138Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$226Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$271Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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