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Cheapest round-trip
$175
Typical prices: $191-$419
Frontier
Fri 11/23Sun 12/2
STL - MCO • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$175
Typical prices: $187-$426
Frontier
Wed 12/5Sun 12/9
STL - MCO • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 22m
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Cheapest • 1% average savings
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Most punctual • 86% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 41% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $236 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Orlando (STL-ORL)

 

Cheap flights from St. Louis to Orlando with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2
Frontier Logo
6:35 pm - 9:15 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-MCO Orlando
13h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Baltimore/Washington
Frontier Logo
7:15 am - 11:17 amMCO  Orlando-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$175Frontier
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
Frontier Logo
6:13 pm - 9:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-MCO Orlando
2h 32mnonstop
Frontier Logo
10:30 pm - 12:12 amMCO  Orlando-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 42mnonstop
$175Frontier
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:02 pm - 8:53 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-MCO Orlando
7h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:18 pm - 1:21 pmMCO  Orlando-STL Lambert-St Louis
20h 03m2 stops Nashville Intl Jonesboro
$202Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:02 pm - 8:48 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-MCO Orlando
7h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:18 pm - 1:21 pmMCO  Orlando-STL Lambert-St Louis
20h 03m2 stops Nashville Intl Jonesboro
$209Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Tue, Feb 9
Delta Logo
9:00 am - 6:36 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-MCO Orlando
8h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
4:45 pm - 11:39 pmMCO  Orlando-STL Lambert-St Louis
7h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$243Delta
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 9
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 4:35 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-MCO Orlando
8h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
8:45 am - 6:01 pmMCO  Orlando-STL Lambert-St Louis
10h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$243Delta
Sat, Dec 19 - Wed, Dec 23
Southwest Logo
4:30 pm - 9:40 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-MCO Orlando
4h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 9:00 pmMCO  Orlando-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 20m1 stop Pittsburgh
$275Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
Southwest Logo
2:20 pm - 8:10 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-MCO Orlando
4h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:10 pm - 7:25 pmMCO  Orlando-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 15m1 stop Columbus
$275Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
12:54 pm - 8:16 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-MCO Orlando
6h 22m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
2:54 pm - 6:33 pmMCO  Orlando-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$275American Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 3
American Airlines Logo
5:14 am - 12:51 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-MCO Orlando
6h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:29 pm - 11:46 pmMCO  Orlando-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 17m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$275American Airlines

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

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

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Orlando typically range from $191 to $419. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $175, on Frontier.

What is the cheapest St. Louis to Orlando flight route?

There's little price difference between St. Louis to Orlando routes. They average around $297 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

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 Orlando. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Orlando at $178 round-trip.
•September ($361) and May ($361) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 102% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from St. Louis to Orlando are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice for your flight from St. Louis to Orlando

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

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.

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on MCO

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

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 Orlando flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$85
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from St. Louis to Orlando Airport

When to book flights from St. Louis to Orlando

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Your St. Louis to Orlando 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 Orlando?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:22 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:50 pm and lands at 11:12 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 22m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Orlando takes 2h 22m, covering 873 miles.

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

    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 Orlando flight?

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Orlando range from $191 to $419, with an average of $299 over the past 12 months. Anything below $191 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the $299 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $236 round-trip via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), compared to $298 for nonstop.

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

    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.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on St. Louis to Orlando flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 28%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from St. Louis to Orlando 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 $175 to $1,204. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Orlando are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $130, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Orlando?

    Since Orlando is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Orlando Airport (MCO) — daily rates from around $1:

    • Rent-A-Wreck
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Thrifty

    Near Orlando Sanford Intl Airport (SFB) — daily rates from around $13:

    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from St. Louis to Orlando usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and may arrive at several airports in Orlando area, including Orlando (MCO) and Orlando Sanford Intl (SFB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from St. Louis to Orlando?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

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

    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 St. Louis to Orlando route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 15m.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 47% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from St. Louis to Orlando. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $280 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $355, a difference of $75.

    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 Orlando?

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

    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 57m, compared with 4h 19m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 4h 26m via Columbus (CMH).

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

    Orlando 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 Orlando?

    Some of the most popular sights in Orlando are Universal Orlando Resort, Camping World Stadium and Tinker Field. These are among the most viewed places in Orlando on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating St. Louis to Orlando flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: 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 Orlando 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
    • Frontier: 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 Orlando 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 $280, about $75 less than Sunday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Orlando trip for January. Fares historically average $178 round-trip in that month - typically $183 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Southwest. Over the past three months, 86% of Southwest flights from St. Louis to Orlando arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 85%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 15m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $236 round-trip on this route - about $62 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 Orlando Airport.

    • Ramada by Wyndham Suites Orlando Airport
    • Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
    • Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando Airport @ Gateway Village

Prefer to fly direct from St. Louis to Orlando?

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

Direct departures

Lambert-St Louis to Orlando

Monday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Friday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

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Direct returns

Orlando to Lambert-St Louis

Monday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Friday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

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