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Cheapest round-trip
$95
Typical prices: $334-$504
Frontier
Tue 10/2Fri 10/5
STL - BWI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$292
Typical prices: $365-$526
Southwest
Wed 11/14Sat 11/17
STL - BWI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 59m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $252 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Baltimore (STL-BWI)

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

Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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2:29 pm - 9:25 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
17h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 1:10 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
8h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$95Frontier
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 7
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2:29 pm - 10:56 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:38 am - 1:10 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
7h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$120Frontier
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 7
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2:29 pm - 9:25 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
17h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:38 am - 1:10 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
7h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$122Frontier
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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5:45 am - 10:25 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
3h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
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4:50 pm - 7:25 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 35m1 stop Pittsburgh
$248Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
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10:30 am - 5:00 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 30m1 stop Pittsburgh
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7:50 pm - 12:35 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 45m1 stop Orlando
$252Southwest
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:40 am - 5:05 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 25m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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4:50 pm - 7:25 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 35m1 stop Pittsburgh
$253Southwest
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 14
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5:01 am - 11:10 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:33 pm - 10:24 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$275American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 15
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3:30 pm - 11:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
6h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:17 am - 12:35 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$275American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:20 pm - 12:51 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:51 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$275Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19
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12:00 pm - 5:27 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:40 pm - 11:54 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$275Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for St. Louis to Baltimore flights

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

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Baltimore start at $95. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $334 to $504. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $95 on Frontier.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Baltimore, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% 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 Baltimore?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Baltimore at $343 round-trip.
  • June ($528) and December ($486) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from St. Louis to Baltimore are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% 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 Baltimore

 
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 BWI

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.

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 St. Louis to Baltimore flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$57
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
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When to book flights from St. Louis to Baltimore

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Your St. Louis to Baltimore flight questions, answered

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

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

    Among airlines operating St. Louis to Baltimore flights:

    • 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 Baltimore?

    Only Southwest operates flights between St. Louis and Baltimore.

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

    Flights from St. Louis to Baltimore usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $252 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $443 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 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 Baltimore?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) 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 Baltimore?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the St. Louis to Baltimore route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $370 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $496, a difference of $126. 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 Baltimore spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on St. Louis to Baltimore flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Baltimore?

    Some of the most popular sights in Baltimore are Inner Harbor, M&T Bank Stadium and Oriole Park At Camden Yards. These are among the most viewed places in Baltimore on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:10 am and lands at 7:09 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:20 pm and lands at 11:19 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 59m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 38% above the route average of $404. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Baltimore takes 1h 59m, covering 736 miles.

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

    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 Baltimore looking right now?

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Baltimore are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $111, which is 55% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 24m, compared with 4h 30m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 36m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    Baltimore 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 Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI)?

    Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • NextCar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Baltimore range from $334 to $504, with an average of $404 over the past 12 months. Anything below $334 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking St. Louis to Baltimore 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 Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $370 - about $126 less than Sunday (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 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Baltimore trip for October. Fares historically average $343 round-trip in that month - typically $185 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Orlando Airport (MCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $252 round-trip on this route - about $192 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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