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Cheapest round-trip
$242
Typical prices: $333-$483
Frontier
Fri 10/5Sun 10/7
LGA - STL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$293
Typical prices: $335-$484
American Airlines
Wed 10/10Sat 10/13
LGA - STL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest, Delta and American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 52m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 11% price drop
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $178 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from LaGuardia to St. Louis (LGA-STL)

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

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 7
Frontier Logo
6:15 am - 1:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-STL Lambert-St Louis
7h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
2:29 pm - 8:59 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-LGA New York LaGuardia
5h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$242Frontier
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
American Airlines Logo
6:54 am - 8:46 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 52mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:29 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 29mnonstop
$293American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 14
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 8:29 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 44mnonstop
Delta Logo
5:31 pm - 9:00 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 29mnonstop
$293Delta
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 6
Delta Logo
1:55 pm - 3:36 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 41mnonstop
Delta Logo
1:02 pm - 4:30 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 28mnonstop
$293Delta
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 31
Southwest Logo
7:15 am - 9:10 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 55mnonstop
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5:35 am - 8:55 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 20mnonstop
$293Southwest
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 19
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 7:45 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 40mnonstop
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 9:00 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 20mnonstop
$293Southwest
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 5:40 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-STL Lambert-St Louis
12h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
6:44 pm - 4:01 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-LGA New York LaGuardia
20h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$293Frontier
Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
6:54 am - 8:46 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 52mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:29 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 29mnonstop
$293American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 7
United Airlines Logo
5:21 pm - 9:21 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:23 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-LGA New York LaGuardia
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$313United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 12:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 3:14 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-LGA New York LaGuardia
5h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$313United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

Round-trip flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis start at $242. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $333 to $483. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $242 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 23% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis at $353 round-trip.
  • July ($468) and December ($433) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis the cheapest?

Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% 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 LaGuardia to St. Louis

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

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.

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.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on LGA

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.

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 New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$156
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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Your New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis flights?

    Among airlines operating New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

    3 airlines operate flights between New York LaGuardia Airport and St. Louis. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Southwest
    • Delta
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

    Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis usually depart from New York LaGuardia (LGA) and arrive at Lambert-St Louis (STL).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis 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
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $178 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $398 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

    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 New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 24% on the New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $375 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $491, a difference of $116. 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis flights, with 37% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 36%, evening flights for 27%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in St. Louis?

    Some of the most popular sights in St. Louis are Downtown St. Louis, Busch Stadium and Enterprise Center. These are among the most viewed places in St. Louis on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:52 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:15 pm and lands at 11:07 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 52m.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 17% above the route average of $397. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

    A nonstop flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis takes 2h 52m, covering 885 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

    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 New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis 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 $242 to $1,072. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $157, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 28m, compared with 4h 34m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 13m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between New York LaGuardia Airport and St. Louis?

    St. Louis is 1 hour behind New York LaGuardia Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Lambert-St Louis Airport (STL)?

    Lambert-St Louis Airport (STL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Payless

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis range from $333 to $483, with an average of $397 over the past 12 months. Anything below $333 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis flights:

    • • Delta
    • • American Airlines
    • • Alaska Airlines

    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 New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis 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 $375 - about $116 less than Sunday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis trip for October. Fares historically average $353 round-trip in that month - typically $115 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $178 round-trip on this route - about $220 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 Lambert-St Louis Airport.
    - Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Airport
    - Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
    - DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Airport

Prefer to fly direct from New York LaGuardia Airport to St. Louis?

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

Direct departures

New York LaGuardia to Lambert-St Louis

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Lambert-St Louis to New York LaGuardia

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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