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Cheapest round-trip
$60
Typical prices: $131-$327
Frontier
Tue 9/11Fri 9/14
ATL - STL • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$23
Typical prices: $101-$301
Frontier
Fri 11/2
ATL - STL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta, Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 1h 42m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 62% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $145 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to St. Louis (ATL-STL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to St. Louis

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
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12:25 pm - 1:10 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 45mnonstop
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2:29 pm - 5:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 41mnonstop
$60Frontier
Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21
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12:25 pm - 1:10 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 45mnonstop
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2:29 pm - 5:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 41mnonstop
$61Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18
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12:25 pm - 1:10 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 45mnonstop
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2:29 pm - 5:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 41mnonstop
$64Frontier
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 10
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7:25 am - 8:12 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 47mnonstop
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9:00 am - 11:38 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 38mnonstop
$117Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 23
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8:20 am - 9:00 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 40mnonstop
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6:45 pm - 9:26 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 41mnonstop
$117Delta
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22
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11:55 am - 12:32 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 37mnonstop
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12:00 pm - 2:35 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 35mnonstop
$117Delta
Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 10
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7:05 am - 7:45 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 40mnonstop
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4:55 pm - 7:25 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 30mnonstop
$127Southwest
Sun, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 22
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7:05 am - 7:40 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 35mnonstop
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6:40 pm - 9:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 30mnonstop
$127Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:37 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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11:31 am - 6:17 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
5h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$159American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
12:49 pm - 7:22 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
7h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:24 am - 2:05 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
5h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$159American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Atlanta to St. Louis flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Atlanta to St. Louis?

Round-trip flights from Atlanta to St. Louis start at $60. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $131 to $327. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $60 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to St. Louis?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to St. Louis, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 52% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to St. Louis?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to St. Louis at $161 round-trip.
  • March ($302) and December ($297) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 87% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Atlanta to St. Louis the cheapest?

Flights from Atlanta to St. Louis are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 62% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Atlanta to St. Louis

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest and ATL

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on STL

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Key details for Atlanta to St. Louis flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$23
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 28% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Atlanta to St. Louis

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Your Atlanta to St. Louis flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What are the transportation options from St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)?

    ​​​​​​​Greyhound offers their bus route number 30, that can take passengers from the airport to the downtown area and around 30min. There is also light rail service operated by Metro St. Louis that makes the same trip in about 30min. Passengers wishing to travel in a taxi from the airport should expect a ride time to downtown St. Louis of around 19min.

  • Which hotels are near St. Louis Lambert International Airport?

    ​​​​​​​Two of the best choices for hotels that sit right adjacent to the terminal buildings of the airport just across Interstate 70 are the Marriott St. Louis Airport and the Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Airport, both of which offer a complimentary shuttle service between the airport terminal buildings and their properties.

  • Where are the car rental desks at St. Louis Lambert International Airport?

    ​​​​​​​All of the rental car companies that operate at this airport do so in offsite locations, and you can access their locations utilizing the complimentary shuttle buses operated by the airport. The pickup locations for the shuttle buses are at exit 17 of terminal one and exit 12 of terminal two.

  • Where will I meet my ride at St. Louis Lambert International Airport?

    ​​​​​​​The dedicated pickup points for rideshare vehicles at this airport are at Exit 6 of Terminal One on the Ticketing Level and Exit 15 of Terminal Two.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Atlanta to St. Louis flights?

    Among airlines operating Atlanta to St. Louis flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Atlanta to St. Louis?

    3 airlines operate flights between Atlanta and St. Louis. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • Delta
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Atlanta to St. Louis?

    Flights from Atlanta to St. Louis usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at Lambert-St Louis (STL).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Atlanta to St. Louis flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Frontier: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Atlanta to St. Louis?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Atlanta to St. Louis:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Atlanta to St. Louis?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $145 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $209 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Atlanta to St. Louis?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Atlanta to St. Louis?

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Atlanta to St. Louis pass through?

    One-stop flights from Atlanta to St. Louis most commonly connect through:

    • Orlando (MCO) - 80% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Orlando (MCO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Atlanta to St. Louis?

    On the Atlanta to St. Louis route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 38%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $197 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $317: a $120 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Atlanta to St. Louis spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Atlanta to St. Louis flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 30%, evening flights for 20%, and afternoon flights for 10%.

  • What popular places can I visit in St. Louis?

    Some of the most popular sights in St. Louis are Downtown St. Louis, Busch Stadium and Enterprise Center. These are among the most viewed places in St. Louis on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Atlanta to St. Louis?

    A nonstop flight from Atlanta to St. Louis takes 1h 42m, covering 484 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Atlanta to St. Louis?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Atlanta to St. Louis:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:40 am and lands at 8:22 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:15 pm and lands at 12:57 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 42m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Atlanta to St. Louis flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 87% above the route average of $208. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Atlanta to St. Louis?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Atlanta to St. Louis looking right now?

    One-way fares from Atlanta to St. Louis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $51, which is 68% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Atlanta to St. Louis?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 50m, compared with 8h 22m via Orlando (MCO) and 20h 27m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Atlanta and St. Louis?

    St. Louis is 1 hour behind Atlanta (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Lambert-St Louis Airport (STL)?

    Lambert-St Louis Airport (STL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Payless

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Atlanta to St. Louis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Atlanta to St. Louis range from $131 to $327, with an average of $208 over the past 12 months. Anything below $131 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Atlanta to St. Louis flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Atlanta to St. Louis route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Atlanta to St. Louis flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $197 - about $120 less than Monday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 62% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Atlanta to St. Louis trip for August. Fares historically average $161 round-trip in that month - typically $141 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $145 round-trip on this route - about $64 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lambert-St Louis Airport.
    - MainStay Suites St. Louis Airport
    - Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
    - Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Airport
  • If you'd like to get to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) without having to do the driving yourself, take the MARTA Gold or Red line trains that make the trip from several areas in the center of Atlanta to the airport in around 15min. Greyhound also offers bus service from the Garnett Station in downtown Atlanta to the airport in around 15min.
  • Passengers driving to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport will find that this airport offers a number of different parking choices, including both covered and uncovered parking options. One of the most budget-friendly choices for parking are the economy parking sections that travelers will find at the north and south end of the airport property adjacent to the parking decks. Passengers can also book parking online at least 24 hours before their flight and guarantee an available parking spot upon their arrival.
  • If you are taking a pet or a service animal through the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, this airport offers pet relief areas both inside and outside of the terminal buildings. The indoor areas have locations adjacent to gates C19, E14, F7, T7, A10, and B33.
  • If the kids will be coming through the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, this airport offers two different play areas for kids to let them burn off some energy before a long flight.
  • ​​​​​​​If you looking for a comfortable place to wait for a flight at the airport, a good choice at the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is The Club ATL lounge on Concourse F past the security checkpoints. In addition to dining and entertainment options, this lounge also offers a substantial choice of different seating options.

Prefer to fly direct from Atlanta to St. Louis?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Lambert-St Louis Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Lambert-St Louis

Monday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Southwest,Frontier

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,Southwest,Frontier

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Lambert-St Louis to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Southwest,Frontier

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,Southwest,Frontier

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

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