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Cheapest round-trip
$57
Typical prices: $140-$338
Frontier
Fri 9/28Fri 10/5
STL - ATL • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$19
Typical prices: $87-$264
Frontier
Sun 12/16
STL - ATL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta, Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 1h 36m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $185 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Atlanta (STL-ATL)

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

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
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2:29 pm - 5:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 41mnonstop
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12:25 pm - 1:10 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 45mnonstop
$57Frontier
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
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2:29 pm - 5:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 41mnonstop
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12:25 pm - 1:10 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 45mnonstop
$58Frontier
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
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6:35 pm - 9:34 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 59mnonstop
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4:51 pm - 5:40 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 49mnonstop
$58Frontier
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:00 am - 9:36 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 36mnonstop
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11:11 pm - 11:54 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 43mnonstop
$117Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 16
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10:04 am - 12:34 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 30mnonstop
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10:40 am - 11:29 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 49mnonstop
$117Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 14
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3:05 pm - 5:35 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 30mnonstop
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7:20 pm - 8:00 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 40mnonstop
$117Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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10:20 am - 12:50 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 30mnonstop
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6:45 am - 7:25 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 40mnonstop
$117Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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10:20 am - 12:50 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 30mnonstop
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6:40 am - 7:20 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 40mnonstop
$117Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 6:16 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
5h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:27 am - 10:53 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$159American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16
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6:43 am - 1:47 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 04m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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8:10 am - 1:13 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$159American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for St. Louis to Atlanta flights

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

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Atlanta start at $57. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $140 to $338. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $57 on Frontier.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Atlanta, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • June is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Atlanta at $177 round-trip.
  • December ($297) and January ($289) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from St. Louis to Atlanta are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% 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 St. Louis to Atlanta

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

Marisa Garcia

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Key details for St. Louis to Atlanta flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

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Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 25% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
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When to book flights from St. Louis to Atlanta

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Your St. Louis to Atlanta flight questions, answered

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

  • How can I catch the earliest flight from St Louis to Atlanta?

    You can catch the earliest flight from St. Louis to Atlanta by spending the night before traveling at one of the hotels closer to the airport. Hampton Inn St. Louis-Airport is a good hotel with pocket-friendly rates, which you can consider for this purpose.

  • What is the best way to get to downtown Atlanta from ATL?

    The most convenient way to connect to downtown Atlanta from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport is to use Shared Airport shuttles. This service is available at the airport stall 3 through 10 every 15min. A shuttle ride from the airport to downtown Atlanta takes about 5min.

  • Which other cities can I visit during my trip to Atlanta from St. Louis?

    Apart from visiting various destinations in Atlanta, you can also visit other nearby cities. Some cities that may top the list of your areas to visit include Alpharetta, Norcross, and Marietta. The distance from Atlanta to Alpharetta is about 26.4 miles; the distance from Atlanta to Norcross is 20.1 miles; the distance from Atlanta to Marietta is 20.5 miles.

  • Which airline can I use when flying from St. Louis to Atlanta with my kids?

    United Airlines and Delta have some of the best onboard amenities for children among the several airlines that fly from St. Louis to Atlanta. Staring with their spacious seats in both first-class and business-class cabins, you and your kids can experience greater comfort. You kids can also enjoy kid-friendly entertainment for the entire journey.

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

    Among airlines operating St. Louis to Atlanta 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 St. Louis to Atlanta?

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

    • Delta
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on St. Louis to Atlanta 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
    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: 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 St. Louis to Atlanta?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $185 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $236 for nonstop.

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

    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 St. Louis to Atlanta?

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

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

    • Orlando (MCO) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 4% 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 St. Louis to Atlanta?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the St. Louis to Atlanta route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $205 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $274, a difference of $69. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on St. Louis to Atlanta flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, evening flights for 30%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Atlanta?

    Some of the most popular sights in Atlanta are Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Stadium and State Farm Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Atlanta on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:55 am and lands at 7:31 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:50 pm and lands at 10:26 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 36m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 46% above the route average of $231. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Atlanta takes 1h 36m, covering 484 miles.

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

    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 St. Louis to Atlanta looking right now?

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Atlanta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $51, which is 67% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 41m, compared with 5h 06m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 12m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)?

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Hertz
    • Europcar
    • Ace
    • Dollar

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

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Atlanta range from $140 to $338, with an average of $231 over the past 12 months. Anything below $140 counts as a good deal.

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

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

Your guide to booking St. Louis to Atlanta 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 Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $205 - about $69 less than Monday (25% 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 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Atlanta trip for June. Fares historically average $177 round-trip in that month - typically $120 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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 $185 round-trip on this route - about $51 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 Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.
    - Sonesta Atlanta Airport South
    - La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Airport North
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta Airport
  • Many travelers flying from St. Louis to Atlanta prefer Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) as the departure airport. Compared to MidAmerica airport, STL offers the advantage of higher reliability, easier access, and the highest number of daily flights to Atlanta. Additionally, it is easier to access STL from any point in St. Louis because of the various means of transport to the airport.
  • When connecting from downtown St. Louis to STL, consider using public transport anytime. This not only offers pocket-friendly rates but also is conveniently accessible. However, if you want to take the shortest time before arriving at the airport from downtown St. Louis, taxis will be a suitable transport option. A taxi ride to the airport is about 18 min in light traffic.
  • Most flights from St. Louis to Atlanta have Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) as the arrival airport, despite the city having 11 other airports. The central location of ATL in Atlanta gives it an advantage over the other airports. Moving from this airport to any other destination within the city is easier.
  • Consider using Delta Airlines when flying from St. Louis to Atlanta for your chance to enjoy great onboard and lounge amenities when you land at ATL. This is because ATL is the hub for Delta Airlines. Its lounge amenities, including clean and well-decorated restaurants, carpeted resting areas, and cozy waiting seats, stand above the rest.
  • All flights from St. Louis to Atlanta are friendly to people with special needs, such as those requiring a wheelchair. You can get cab-to-aircraft wheelchair services at STL if you communicate with your airline in advance. Similarly, when you arrive at ATL, the airport staff readily supports visitors with visual impairment.

Prefer to fly direct from St. Louis to Atlanta?

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

Direct departures

Lambert-St Louis to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Friday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Sunday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

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Direct returns

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Lambert-St Louis

Monday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Friday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Sunday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

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