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Cheapest round-trip
$113
Typical prices: $350-$507
Frontier
Fri 11/16Sun 11/18
STL - BWI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$275
Typical prices: $378-$522
Southwest
Mon 11/19Fri 11/23
STL - BWI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 57m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $262 (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

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:34 pm - 9:46 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
14h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:41 pm - 6:39 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
22h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$113Frontier
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:02 pm - 10:41 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
9h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:41 pm - 11:17 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
17h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$133Frontier
Fri, Dec 11 - Tue, Dec 15
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12:02 pm - 5:46 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:41 pm - 11:17 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
15h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$150Frontier
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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8:45 pm - 11:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 00mnonstop
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4:45 pm - 6:05 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 20mnonstop
$275Southwest
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:15 pm - 9:20 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 05mnonstop
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8:50 pm - 10:15 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 25mnonstop
$275Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:15 pm - 9:20 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 05mnonstop
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8:50 pm - 10:15 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 25mnonstop
$275Southwest
Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 20
Delta Logo
10:05 am - 3:31 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:53 pm - 11:56 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$305Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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2:00 pm - 9:12 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
18h 12m3 stops Jonesboro Nashville Intl Orlando
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6:40 pm - 11:59 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
30h 19m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
$334Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6
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5:02 am - 11:20 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:58 pm - 11:59 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 01m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$336American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 15
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10:27 am - 4:07 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:21 pm - 10:34 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$347American Airlines
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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 typically range from $350 to $507. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $113, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Baltimore. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Baltimore?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Baltimore at $347 round-trip.
•June ($528) and November ($498) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from St. Louis to Baltimore are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from St. Louis to Baltimore

 
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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

September

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Beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 11% increase in travelers.
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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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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 5:00 am and lands at 6:57 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:20 pm and lands at 11:17 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 57m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to Baltimore.

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

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Baltimore takes 1h 57m, 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 much should I expect to pay for a St. Louis to Baltimore flight?

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Baltimore range from $350 to $507, with an average of $425 over the past 12 months. Anything below $350 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 41% above the $425 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $262 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $454 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.

  • 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 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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 $126, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI)?

    Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • NextCar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty

  • 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 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) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from St. Louis to Baltimore. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $375 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $496, a difference of $121.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from St. Louis to Baltimore?

    Only Southwest operates flights between St. Louis and Baltimore.

  • 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 35m 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 popular places can I visit in Baltimore?

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

  • 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.

  • 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

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

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $375, about $121 less than Sunday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% 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 September. Fares historically average $347 round-trip in that month - typically $181 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 $262 round-trip on this route - about $192 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Baltimore/Washington to Lambert-St Louis

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