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Cheapest round-trip
$341
Typical prices: $405-$615
Frontier
Mon 12/3Wed 12/5
BOS - STL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$357
Typical prices: $412-$622
American Airlines
Tue 10/30Fri 11/2
BOS - STL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest and American Airlines. Average duration is 3h 07m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 82% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 18% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $236 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Boston to St. Louis (BOS-STL)

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

Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
Frontier Logo
9:35 am - 7:09 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
22h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 pm - 11:02 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BOS Boston Logan Intl
15h 57m1 stop Orlando
$341Frontier
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 9:29 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 14mnonstop
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3:05 pm - 6:52 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BOS Boston Logan Intl
2h 47mnonstop
$343American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 7:25 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 00mnonstop
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2:00 pm - 10:05 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
$344Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 7:40 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 05mnonstop
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4:30 pm - 11:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BOS Boston Logan Intl
6h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$344Southwest
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
Frontier Logo
11:47 am - 11:13 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
12h 26m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
4:30 pm - 11:02 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BOS Boston Logan Intl
17h 32m1 stop Orlando
$344Frontier
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 5:39 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 14mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:50 am - 1:26 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BOS Boston Logan Intl
2h 36mnonstop
$357American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:34 pm - 5:40 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
30h 06m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 10:17 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BOS Boston Logan Intl
14h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:34 pm - 5:40 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
30h 06m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 10:17 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BOS Boston Logan Intl
14h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$361Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:47 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 47m1 stop New York LaGuardia
Delta Logo
5:38 pm - 1:20 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BOS Boston Logan Intl
6h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$401Delta
Sun, Jan 24 - Tue, Feb 2
Delta Logo
12:55 pm - 4:50 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 55m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 12:01 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BOS Boston Logan Intl
4h 16m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$414Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Boston to St. Louis flights

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

Round-trip flights from Boston to St. Louis start at $341. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $405 to $615. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $341 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Boston to St. Louis, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Boston to St. Louis at $406 round-trip.
  • July ($580) and March ($519) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Boston to St. Louis are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% 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 Boston to St. Louis

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

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest and BOS

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 Boston to St. Louis flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$126
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Boston to St. Louis

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Your Boston to St. Louis flight questions, answered

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

  • Does STL provide facilities for nursing mothers?

    Yes. STL provides lactation suites for traveling mothers if they want some privacy while they breastfeed or if they need to pump. These lactation suites are outfitted with a comfortable chair, a table, a sink, a bench, a footrest, and an outlet that is appropriately placed for a breast pump. These clean, private suites can be found at Gates C9, E33, and A10.

  • Does BOS have a lounge for the US military?

    Yes. The USO at BOS proudly welcomes active-duty service members of the US military and their families. The lounge is located in Terminal C, before security, on the lower level, toward Terminal E. Amenities at this lounge include comfortable seating around a TV with DVDs and Xbox games, a kitchen area, internet access, computers, emergency personal-care kits, reference materials about Boston, and so much more. This USO is open from 8 am until 9 pm Monday thru Friday and from 8 am to 8 pm on Saturday and Sunday.

  • Does STL have a prayer room or chapel for passengers?

    STL provides travelers and staff alike with two interfaith chapels. The chapels provide prayer books, prayer rugs, and services that include empathetic listening, spiritual guidance, and religious services. Open and available 24/7, one chapel is located on the lower level of Terminal 1 and the other is at Gate E40.

  • How can I fly between BOS and STL?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, and Southwest are among the airlines that operate direct flights between BOS and STL. American Airlines and Delta are among the airlines that offer flights between BOS and STL that have one-stop. Layover cities include Philadelphia (PHL), Washington DC (DCA), and Charlotte (CLT). United Airlines is one of the carriers that operate flights between STL and BOS that have two stops. Layover cities include Newark (EWR) and Chicago (ORD).

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

    Among airlines operating Boston to St. Louis flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

    2 airlines operate flights between Boston and St. Louis. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Southwest
    • American Airlines

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

    Flights from Boston to St. Louis usually depart from Boston Logan Intl (BOS) and arrive at Lambert-St Louis (STL).

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

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

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: 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 Boston to St. Louis?

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $236 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $502 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$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 Boston to St. Louis?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Boston to St. Louis route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 24%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $439 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $576: a $137 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Boston to St. Louis?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Boston to St. Louis route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 30 minutes.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Boston to St. Louis flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 8:07 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:55 pm and lands at 11:02 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 07m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 57% above the route average of $495. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Boston to St. Louis takes 3h 07m, covering 1,043 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Boston 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.

  • Have flight prices from Boston to St. Louis changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $341 to $1,944. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Boston to St. Louis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $148, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Boston to St. Louis?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 56m, compared with 5h 12m via Newark (EWR) and 5h 16m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    St. Louis is 1 hour behind Boston (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 Boston to St. Louis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Boston to St. Louis range from $405 to $615, with an average of $495 over the past 12 months. Anything below $405 counts as a good deal.

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

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Boston to St. Louis flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Boston 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 $439 - about $137 less than Monday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Boston to St. Louis trip for January. Fares historically average $406 round-trip in that month - typically $174 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, American Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 82% of American Airlines flights from Boston to St. Louis arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 79%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 30 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $236 round-trip on this route - about $266 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.
    - Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Airport
    - Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
    - DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Airport
  • Air Choice One and Cape Air are the airlines for which the St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) serves as a hub. Delta Airlines is the airline for which Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is a hub. Also, Boston is a focus city for JetBlue.
  • BOS provides animal relief stations for those traveling with a pet or service animal. If your four-legged friend or guide needs to go to the bathroom before your flight, there are animal relief stations in Terminal B at Gate B29, in Terminal C at Gate C20, and in Terminal E at Gate E7.
  • BOS strives to make its terminals and facilities as accessible as possible. Some of the airport’s accessibility adaptations include elevators and ramps in all the terminals, fire alarms that are audio and visual, accessible restrooms in every terminal, and the availability of guest passes that caregivers can use to help differently-abled people beyond the security checkpoint.
  • To get to BOS from downtown Boston, “Take the T.” This means to take the public transportation options offered by the MBTA. These include the Silver Line rapid transit buses, Blue Line subway, and the MTBA ferries.
  • On your way out of STL, consider passing through Terminal 1, where you can hear the live music of the Terminal 1 piano and piano player. Installed as a part of an arts and culture initiative, this ever-present musical performance is also meant to add delight and relaxation to your journey.

Prefer to fly direct from Boston to St. Louis?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Boston Logan Intl Airport to Lambert-St Louis Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Boston Logan Intl to Lambert-St Louis

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

Lambert-St Louis to Boston Logan Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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