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$63+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to St. Louis (STL)

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WAS — STL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Lambert-St Louis are usually found in August or May, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis

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Round-trip from

$140
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$63
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$340

Good round-trip deal

$238 or less

Good one-way deal

$166 or less
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lambert-St Louis
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lambert-St Louis
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lambert-St Louis.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Lambert-St Louis.

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

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/102:50 pmBWI - STL
1 stop20h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sun 7/1310:47 amSTL - BWI
1 stop19h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$140
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/42:59 pmDCA - STL
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/86:00 amSTL - DCA
Nonstop2h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$206
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Sat 9/276:10 amIAD - STL
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Mon 9/295:40 pmSTL - IAD
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Deal found 6/11$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 9/610:11 amDCA - STL
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Mon 9/85:11 pmSTL - DCA
1 stop5h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/12$208
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Wed 7/306:35 amIAD - STL
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/66:33 amSTL - IAD
1 stop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$213
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/308:30 amDCA - STL
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/65:00 amSTL - DCA
1 stop4h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$213
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Mon 6/306:35 pmDCA - STL
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Wed 7/25:45 pmSTL - DCA
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/267:58 amBWI - STL
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/276:06 amSTL - BWI
1 stop4h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$217
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Sat 7/266:10 amIAD - STL
1 stop8h 49mFrontier
Sat 8/22:52 pmSTL - IAD
1 stop7h 27mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$221
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Sat 7/267:20 amBWI - STL
1 stop7h 39mFrontier
Sat 8/22:52 pmSTL - BWI
1 stop8h 03mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$221
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Thu 7/102:50 pmBWI - STL
1 stop20h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/145:40 pmSTL - BWI
1 stop21h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$226
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Wed 7/305:40 pmBWI - STL
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Mon 8/45:05 pmSTL - BWI
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$247

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

St. Louis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreSt. Louis

BWI - STL

BWISTL

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 7/10

2:50 pm-9:52 am

1 stop20h 02m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 7/13

10:47 am-7:39 am

1 stop19h 52m

$140

Washington, D.C.St. Louis

DCA - STL

DCASTL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 7/4

2:59 pm-4:28 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$206

Washington, D.C.St. Louis

IAD - STL

IADSTL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/27

6:10 am-9:35 am

1 stop4h 25m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/29

5:40 pm-12:07 am

1 stop5h 27m

$208

Washington, D.C.St. Louis

DCA - STL

DCASTL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/6

10:11 am-2:28 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/8

5:11 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$208

Washington, D.C.St. Louis

IAD - STL

IADSTL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/30

6:35 am-12:27 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/6

6:33 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 22m

$213

Washington, D.C.St. Louis

DCA - STL

DCASTL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/30

8:30 am-12:27 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/6

5:00 am-10:56 am

1 stop4h 56m

$213

Washington, D.C.St. Louis

DCA - STL

DCASTL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/30

6:35 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/2

5:45 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$214

BaltimoreSt. Louis

BWI - STL

BWISTL

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 8/26

7:58 am-1:51 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/27

6:06 am-11:52 am

1 stop4h 46m

$217

Washington, D.C.St. Louis

IAD - STL

IADSTL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/26

6:10 am-1:59 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 8/2

2:52 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$221

BaltimoreSt. Louis

BWI - STL

BWISTL

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 7/26

7:20 am-1:59 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 8/2

2:52 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$221

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. to St. Louis trip
Airports
DCA

DCA is easily accessible via the Metro, offering a clean and affordable way to reach the airport from D.C. and nearby Maryland.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
IAD

IAD's Aerotrain connects the main terminal to concourses, but pay attention to signage for the correct train direction.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
STL

STL's MetroLink offers a convenient and economical way to reach downtown St. Louis in about 40 minutes.

Read more about STLby Taryn White
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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

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Taryn White is a freelance travel writer, digital creator, and travel advisor who has visited nearly 100 countries and all 50 states. She’s familiar with many airports and enjoys beach hopping, boutique hotels, spa experiences, and exploring local culture. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, National Geographic, Smithsonian Magazine, AFAR, and more.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on IAD

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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to St. Louis from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis, you should look to book at least 61 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 month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to STL are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in St. Louis by month

Plan your trip to St. Louis by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in St. Louis ranges from 2.2 - 4.7 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit St. Louis when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in St. Louis by month

Plan your trip to St. Louis by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to St. Louis, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. 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.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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 airport do you fly into for flights to St. Louis from Washington, D.C.?

    Lambert-St Louis (STL), located 12.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis. 5 airlines have flights to Lambert-St Louis from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Lambert-St Louis should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 15 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How popular is this Washington, D.C. to St. Louis flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $140 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $206 and $208 round-trip. These flights start at 57% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $63. Southwest flights start at $99 while deals on United Airlines start at $109 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis is $98. On average you can expect to pay $298. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Lambert-St Louis), can usually be booked for $177.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to St. Louis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis (average of $311). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 5 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to St. Louis

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$166Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$197Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$223Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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