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Cheapest round-trip
$156
Typical prices: $213-$418
Frontier
Tue 10/23Fri 10/26
STL - DFW • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$56
Typical prices: $121-$283
Frontier
Sun 10/28
STL - DFW • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines, Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 1h 52m
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Cheapest • 11% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $223 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Dallas (STL-DFW)

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

Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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5:53 pm - 7:54 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 01mnonstop
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3:02 pm - 4:58 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 56mnonstop
$156Frontier
Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 23
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5:53 pm - 7:54 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 01mnonstop
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3:02 pm - 4:58 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 56mnonstop
$156Frontier
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
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5:10 am - 6:50 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-DAL Dallas Love Field
1h 40mnonstop
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6:15 pm - 7:55 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 40mnonstop
$237Southwest
Mon, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 14
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12:30 pm - 2:20 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-DAL Dallas Love Field
1h 50mnonstop
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10:55 am - 12:35 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 40mnonstop
$237Southwest
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
American Airlines Logo
5:43 am - 7:40 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
1h 57mnonstop
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7:34 am - 9:24 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 50mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:00 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 00mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:13 pm - 9:59 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-STL Lambert-St Louis
1h 46mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 9:21 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
7h 21m2 stops Jonesboro Nashville Intl
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7:48 pm - 1:10 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-STL Lambert-St Louis
17h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$248Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
Delta Logo
5:35 pm - 10:39 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-DAL Dallas Love Field
5h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 am - 1:39 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-STL Lambert-St Louis
7h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$257Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
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4:00 pm - 9:58 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-DAL Dallas Love Field
5h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:59 pm - 9:59 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$257Delta
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
United Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 11:26 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 31m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:00 am - 12:10 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$257United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for St. Louis to Dallas flights

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

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Dallas start at $156. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $213 to $418. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $156 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Dallas, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% 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 Dallas?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Dallas at $218 round-trip.
  • March ($329) and April ($327) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from St. Louis to Dallas are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% 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 Dallas

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

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

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.

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.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier

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.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DFW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on DAL

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Key details for St. Louis to Dallas flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$56
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
Flight from St. Louis to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

When to book flights from St. Louis to Dallas

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Your St. Louis to Dallas 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 Dallas flights?

    Among airlines operating St. Louis to Dallas flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: 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 St. Louis to Dallas?

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

    • American Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

    Flights from St. Louis to Dallas usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and may arrive at several airports in Dallas area, including Dallas Addison (ADS), Dallas Love Field (DAL) and Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $223 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $297 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $44–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 13% 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 St. Louis to Dallas?

    On the St. Louis to Dallas route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 34%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $257 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $387: a $130 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on St. Louis to Dallas flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 16%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dallas?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dallas are American Airlines Center, Dallas Market Center and Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Dallas on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 6:52 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:50 pm and lands at 11:42 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 52m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 63% above the route average of $295. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Dallas takes 1h 52m, covering 547 miles.

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

    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 St. Louis to Dallas 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 $156 to $986. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Dallas are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $112, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 08m, compared with 5h 55m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 11h 09m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What car rental options are available in Dallas?

    Since Dallas is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) — daily rates from around $18:

    · Easirent
    · Europcar
    · Ace
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty

    Near Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) — daily rates from around $24:

    · Easirent
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Dallas range from $213 to $418, with an average of $295 over the past 12 months. Anything below $213 counts as a good deal.

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

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on St. Louis to Dallas 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 St. Louis to Dallas 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 $257 - about $130 less than Monday (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Dallas trip for October. Fares historically average $218 round-trip in that month - typically $111 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 $223 round-trip on this route - about $73 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Dallas Addison Airport

    · Residence Inn by Marriott Dallas Addison/Quorum Drive
    · Dallas/Addison Marriott Quorum by the Galleria
    · Clarion Pointe Addison - Dallas North

    Near Dallas Love Field Airport

    · Dallas Love Field Inn
    · Wingate by Wyndham Dallas Love Field
    · DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Love Field

Prefer to fly direct from St. Louis to Dallas?

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

Direct departures

Lambert-St Louis to Dallas

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,Frontier

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,Frontier

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Dallas to Lambert-St Louis

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,Frontier

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,Frontier

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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